<p>Yash-starrer ‘KGF: Chapter 1’ made quite a stir in Sandalwood and introduced many new actors into the film industry. One such actress is Roopa Rayappa, who played the role of Shanthi, a woman who is abducted and forced to work in Narachi (KGF).</p>.<p>Looking forward to playing lead characters, right now, Roopa is quite thrilled as she has been confirmed to be a part of the sequel of ‘KGF 2’.</p>.<p>In a candid chat with <strong>Tini Sara Anien</strong>, Roopa sheds light on her journey so far.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>When did you get the confirmation call?</strong></p>.<p>I got a call about the roll in the beginning of March. The shoot is supposed to start by the end of the month.</p>.<p>Though I do not know the specifics of the role, my character will pick up from where the film ended — after Rocky takes over Narachi. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>How did ‘KGF: Chapter 1’ change things for you? Do you expect it to get better ‘KGF 2’ too? </strong></p>.<p>The film gave me the platform that I was looking for. I am excited to join the team once again. I am sure the sequel will be much bigger than the last. <br />I am looking forward to working with the new set of actors. There might also be big names from Bollywood involved in the second part and I’m sure it will be a great learning experience. The reason I have agreed to be a part of the film is the very fact that ‘KGF’ is identified as a brand now. The hype the film created and its reach were massive. I would rather work on one ‘KGF’ than work on 10 films that do not work at all. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What were the feedbacks you received for your role? </strong></p>.<p>Most people are still shocked and amazed by my avatar, especially after seeing what I look like on my social media. Thankfully, there have been many who appreciate me for being open to portray roles that are different from who I am.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>After ‘KGF 2’, do you feel that you will be typecast? </strong></p>.<p>A lot of people haven’t recognised me yet which has worked in my favour. I hope to pass off as a fresh face when looking for other roles. If the team is curious and want to see my work, they always have the grand film to refer to.</p>.<p>As much as I love being noticed for the role, I also love being incognito. I am not scared of being typecast. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>Was it hard to work with director Prashanth Neel?</strong></p>.<p>Prashanth is someone who makes the best out of circumstances for a scene. Once, on the sets of the film, I was walking in the sun and exhausted. I told him that I was tired and he quipped, “Good. You will be able to act the scene better.” He has this distinct way of method acting.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are the roles you want to be seen playing in the future? </strong></p>.<p>While I am looking for lead roles, I am alright being cast in a multi-starrer where I have a significant role to play. I would love to do roles like in Tamil movies ‘Aruvi’ and ‘Aramm’, or Kannada film ‘Nathicharami’. </p>
<p>Yash-starrer ‘KGF: Chapter 1’ made quite a stir in Sandalwood and introduced many new actors into the film industry. One such actress is Roopa Rayappa, who played the role of Shanthi, a woman who is abducted and forced to work in Narachi (KGF).</p>.<p>Looking forward to playing lead characters, right now, Roopa is quite thrilled as she has been confirmed to be a part of the sequel of ‘KGF 2’.</p>.<p>In a candid chat with <strong>Tini Sara Anien</strong>, Roopa sheds light on her journey so far.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>When did you get the confirmation call?</strong></p>.<p>I got a call about the roll in the beginning of March. The shoot is supposed to start by the end of the month.</p>.<p>Though I do not know the specifics of the role, my character will pick up from where the film ended — after Rocky takes over Narachi. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>How did ‘KGF: Chapter 1’ change things for you? Do you expect it to get better ‘KGF 2’ too? </strong></p>.<p>The film gave me the platform that I was looking for. I am excited to join the team once again. I am sure the sequel will be much bigger than the last. <br />I am looking forward to working with the new set of actors. There might also be big names from Bollywood involved in the second part and I’m sure it will be a great learning experience. The reason I have agreed to be a part of the film is the very fact that ‘KGF’ is identified as a brand now. The hype the film created and its reach were massive. I would rather work on one ‘KGF’ than work on 10 films that do not work at all. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What were the feedbacks you received for your role? </strong></p>.<p>Most people are still shocked and amazed by my avatar, especially after seeing what I look like on my social media. Thankfully, there have been many who appreciate me for being open to portray roles that are different from who I am.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>After ‘KGF 2’, do you feel that you will be typecast? </strong></p>.<p>A lot of people haven’t recognised me yet which has worked in my favour. I hope to pass off as a fresh face when looking for other roles. If the team is curious and want to see my work, they always have the grand film to refer to.</p>.<p>As much as I love being noticed for the role, I also love being incognito. I am not scared of being typecast. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>Was it hard to work with director Prashanth Neel?</strong></p>.<p>Prashanth is someone who makes the best out of circumstances for a scene. Once, on the sets of the film, I was walking in the sun and exhausted. I told him that I was tired and he quipped, “Good. You will be able to act the scene better.” He has this distinct way of method acting.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are the roles you want to be seen playing in the future? </strong></p>.<p>While I am looking for lead roles, I am alright being cast in a multi-starrer where I have a significant role to play. I would love to do roles like in Tamil movies ‘Aruvi’ and ‘Aramm’, or Kannada film ‘Nathicharami’. </p>