When I interviewed Sasi, he said you had spent days at the fireworks factory to know what she does there. Which was more difficult for you, physically becoming Mari or emotionally?
It was more challenging to be Mari emotionally. I had no problem being outdoors under the scorching sun for hours so that my skin looked exactly like Mari's. It is important to know the physical trials she goes through like walking in the fireworks factory without chappals.
Mari's emotional quotient depends on her physical comfort or discomfort too. I didn't say 'yuk' not even once when I had to be with goats, chickens and in such difficult physical conditions. Mari lives with them and is used to such smells. So, I also had to be familiar with that smell. That is how I transformed from Parvathy to Mari. It was like Mari using my body to express her feelings.
Mari, according to the director, has the kind of innocence and fragrance of a flower that will not leave anyone who meets her. What exactly did you like about her?
She is a girl who is full of a strong conviction even in her love. How many urban girls are so convinced about their love and are willing to talk openly about their love life? She is so confident that she is not bothered about what others say. I think all girls should be like her; confident and who believe in themselves. She doesn’t mind talking to a man about her body. She is today’s progressive woman. On the other hand, many of my urban friends do not even talk openly about their periods.
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