Tamil actor Vishnu Vishal has opened up about the challenges he continues to face in Kollywood, despite the success of his 2018 film Ratsasan.
While promoting his upcoming film Aaryan, Vishnu expressed his disappointment over the lack of support from both producers and fellow actors, saying that it has been a painful experience for him.
He recalled several instances where projects he was committed to fell through. For Gatta Kusthi, six producers pulled out at the last minute.
"For Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran, four producers changed, and for FIR: Faizal Ibrahim Raiz, we had three producers who backed out. Nine films that were committed to me post the success of Ratsasan were dropped," he added.
Vishnu explained that the lack of recognition and constant struggle forced him to work harder for years. He revealed that he eventually had to turn producer out of necessity. “I was just trying to say that I don’t deserve all this as a person. It pains and saddens me. Even after giving hits like Gatta Kusthi and FIR, I had to wait three years for my next film. That’s why I started my own production house. Once I took over production, it just took me one year to release this movie and come back on screen.” he said.
The actor clarified that he is not targeting anyone in particular but voiced his concerns about both producers and other actors in the industry.
“I have noticed that when my films release and become a success, none of the actors I admire have called me even once to wish me in person. But when the film is successful, they will call my director and not speak to me at all. They will set up meetings with the director for their next film, but I won’t get a call. These things bother me,” Vishnu added.
On the work front, Vishnu Vishal will next be seen in Aaryan, directed by Praveen K, which is set to release on October 31. He will also be producing Oho Enthan Baby, starring his cousin Rudra.
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