Actor Naslen says the film ‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ completely changed his life. He chose the role because he believed it would work out well, but more than the movie’s outcome, it was the character itself that brought major changes in his personal life.
Through the training for the role, he was able to achieve physical fitness and health, as well as develop a disciplined lifestyle. “In ‘Gymkhana’, my character is someone who takes a lot of punches, but in real life, no one can just knock someone down so quickly,” Naslen said during an interview with Manorama Online as part of promotions for his film ‘Lokah’.
Though his performance in ‘Alappuzha Gymkhana’ was trolled and criticised across social media platforms, the actor said he is happy with the transformation the film brought into his life. “More than entering the 100-crore club, what gives me real joy is the audience’s acceptance. What has brought me here is not just talent, but luck as well,” he added.
Speaking about cinema as a whole, Naslen said teenage romance and friendship are themes that connect with all kinds of viewers, and he hopes to see more such films in the future. “I don’t believe I have stardom. That’s a heavy burden to carry, and I can’t handle it,” he said.
Naslen also expressed his fondness for his role in ‘Lokah’, calling it a fresh chapter in his career. “My guru in cinema is Girish AD, and my favourite actor is Mammookka. In the industry, the person I share the closest friendship with is Mathew. Many people have stood by me in my career, and as I reach ‘Lokah’, I hope more meaningful roles will come my way,” he said.