<p>Powerhouse performer Nithya Menen made her digital debut with the much-hyped <em>Breathe Into The Shadows</em>, which was released on Amazon Prime Video on Friday (July 10), adding a new dimension to her career. Speaking exclusively to <em>DH</em>, the <em>Misson Mangal </em>star opens up about entering the OTT space, her impressive body of work and what she's doing next.</p>.<p><strong>What encouraged you to make your digital debut with <em>Breathe Into The Shadows</em>?</strong></p>.<p>In a way, <em>Breathe</em> made me enter the OTT space. I really did not think about it that deeply. I heard the story/script of <em>Breathe </em>and I thought it was fabulous and performance-oriented. An actor really can’t refuse such an offer.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read</strong>:<strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/it-is-important-to-be-patient-in-this-line-of-work-says-breathe-into-the-shadows-star-saiyami-kher-859016.html" target="_blank"> It is important to be patient in this line of work, says ‘Breathe Into The Shadows’ star Saiyami Kher</a></strong><br /><br /><strong>You wanted to be a journalist but ended up becoming an actress. How did this happen?</strong></p>.<p>I studied journalism in college. I was idealistic and wanted to tell the truth so I felt that journalism would suit me. Later, I realised that I was an artistic person and films suited me. I can say a lot of things through my films. So, I ultimately chose films over journalism.</p>.<p><strong>Do you make a distinction between commercial and content-based roles?</strong></p>.<p>I do. My decision depends on the type of role in question. I want to do a project that is trying to tell a story rather than being just commercial.</p>.<p><strong>How much importance do you give to the box office performance of your movies?</strong></p>.<p>To be honest, I am not too affected by the box office performance. If I have given my 100 per cent to a movie, then my job is done. It is great if a film works and people like it but the box office (outcome) is not as important as doing my job well.</p>.<p><strong>You have not been doing Kannada films of late.</strong></p>.<p>It is not a conscious decision. I do whatever movie comes my way, if I like it. The language has not been an issue. So, in a way, this is just a coincidence.</p>.<p><strong>How do you relax when you are not working?</strong></p>.<p>I stay at home and sing. I also like reading and sleeping a lot. I basically relax by being one with nature and often doing nothing much.</p>.<p><strong>What are your upcoming projects?</strong></p>.<p>Under the current circumstances, we do not know when we will be able to shoot again. However, I have a few Telugu movies to work on (when things improve) and then there is the next season of <em>Breathe</em>.</p>
<p>Powerhouse performer Nithya Menen made her digital debut with the much-hyped <em>Breathe Into The Shadows</em>, which was released on Amazon Prime Video on Friday (July 10), adding a new dimension to her career. Speaking exclusively to <em>DH</em>, the <em>Misson Mangal </em>star opens up about entering the OTT space, her impressive body of work and what she's doing next.</p>.<p><strong>What encouraged you to make your digital debut with <em>Breathe Into The Shadows</em>?</strong></p>.<p>In a way, <em>Breathe</em> made me enter the OTT space. I really did not think about it that deeply. I heard the story/script of <em>Breathe </em>and I thought it was fabulous and performance-oriented. An actor really can’t refuse such an offer.</p>.<p><strong>Also Read</strong>:<strong><a href="https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/it-is-important-to-be-patient-in-this-line-of-work-says-breathe-into-the-shadows-star-saiyami-kher-859016.html" target="_blank"> It is important to be patient in this line of work, says ‘Breathe Into The Shadows’ star Saiyami Kher</a></strong><br /><br /><strong>You wanted to be a journalist but ended up becoming an actress. How did this happen?</strong></p>.<p>I studied journalism in college. I was idealistic and wanted to tell the truth so I felt that journalism would suit me. Later, I realised that I was an artistic person and films suited me. I can say a lot of things through my films. So, I ultimately chose films over journalism.</p>.<p><strong>Do you make a distinction between commercial and content-based roles?</strong></p>.<p>I do. My decision depends on the type of role in question. I want to do a project that is trying to tell a story rather than being just commercial.</p>.<p><strong>How much importance do you give to the box office performance of your movies?</strong></p>.<p>To be honest, I am not too affected by the box office performance. If I have given my 100 per cent to a movie, then my job is done. It is great if a film works and people like it but the box office (outcome) is not as important as doing my job well.</p>.<p><strong>You have not been doing Kannada films of late.</strong></p>.<p>It is not a conscious decision. I do whatever movie comes my way, if I like it. The language has not been an issue. So, in a way, this is just a coincidence.</p>.<p><strong>How do you relax when you are not working?</strong></p>.<p>I stay at home and sing. I also like reading and sleeping a lot. I basically relax by being one with nature and often doing nothing much.</p>.<p><strong>What are your upcoming projects?</strong></p>.<p>Under the current circumstances, we do not know when we will be able to shoot again. However, I have a few Telugu movies to work on (when things improve) and then there is the next season of <em>Breathe</em>.</p>