Rajamouli Is Also a Great Actor: Prithviraj

Actor Prithviraj Sukumaran praised filmmaker SS Rajamouli, stating that he is not only a legendary director but also an exceptional performer. Speaking in a recent Hollywood media interview, Prithviraj shared his experience working on the upcoming film Varanasi, starring Mahesh Babu. He revealed that Rajamouli completely immerses himself in every scene, demonstrating emotions and expressions to help actors understand their roles better. He compared Rajamouli to Mohanlal, calling them the finest actor-directors he has worked with.

Prithviraj also highlighted Rajamouli’s dedication and perfectionism on set. He noted that the director arrives hours before the shoot, completes multiple rehearsals, and pushes for excellence with several takes, sometimes exceeding 90 attempts for a single scene. Despite initial challenges in understanding Rajamouli’s vision, Prithviraj said the final output always amazed him. He added that working with Rajamouli has helped him grow immensely as an actor, director, and individual.