Dhanush is a selfless actor, says Trisha

With more than 13 years in the industry, and despite having several young and vibrant girls making their foray in tinsel town, Trisha is unfazed. After losing several opportunities to share screen space with the national award winner Dhanush, Trisha has finally been cast opposite him in Kodi, a political thriller, where she portrays a wily politician. The film hits the theatre this Diwali.

Trisha seems to be excited about bagging a meaty role in Kodi after Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa. “It’s completely opposite to what I did in VTV. It is a solid role and it is the first time I am starring with Dhanush, with a role as important as that of the hero. When I heard the script, I was wondering if people would accept me in such a role. It is something I have never attempted so far. I play Rudra, a rural girl, who is politically inclined and extremely ambitious,” Trisha says

Showring praises on director Durai Senthil Kumar, she says, “He is very clear on what he wants from each artiste. He would not let you go if he is not satisfied.”

Talking about Dhanush stealing the show each time, she says, “Not only him, that happens with any great actor on the sets. I did face a similar situation with Manorama Aachi in Saamy and Prakash Raj sir. They come casually and they steal the scene from under your skin. Dhanush is a brilliant performer. For him, the film and the product is important.”

The Thoonga Vanam actress says that she has no regrets on missing opportunities. “It’s okay, I was to do Aadukalam with Dhanush, which won several national awards. In fact, we shot for a few days as well. There’s a time for everything. No regrets.”

Trisha seems least intimidated with the presence of another actress — Anupama Parameswaran — in Kodi. “I am very selfish as an actor, selfish as a person. I am only worried about myself. I don’t know if that is good or bad. This is not my first multi-starrer. In Kodi, I know my character will stand out”.  

So, what is her agenda now? “If I like the script, I will go on board,” she asserts. “Otherwise, I am okay to sit at home for three to six months,” she adds.

Trisha is clear about what she wants. “I am not in a relationship with anyone. I am single and peaceful after a long time. But I am open to love and I believe that I will only marry when I fall in love,” she says.