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Janhvi Kapoor cautious on South films, only Raaka signed
Janhvi Kapoor is reportedly taking a cautious approach to her South Indian film career. According to industry sources, apart from Allu Arjun's upcoming pan-India film Raaka, the actress has not signed any…
Janhvi Kapoor is reportedly taking a cautious approach to her South Indian film career. According to industry sources, apart from Allu Arjun's upcoming pan-India film Raaka, the actress has not signed any new South Indian project. The makers of Raaka are yet to officially confirm her involvement.
Sources suggest Kapoor is looking for roles with more scope to perform rather than being cast as a glamorous heroine in big-budget films. Her experience with Peddi, where she reportedly had reservations about her character's presentation, is said to have influenced her approach. She maintained a low profile after that film's release.
Kapoor, who has worked in Telugu films Devara and Peddi, has Hindi projects in the pipeline and is taking things slow, focusing on stronger roles. More clarity on Raaka is expected once the cast is officially announced.
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This reflects a pattern where Hindi film actors entering South industries often recalibrate after initial projects. The Telugu film industry, with its Rs 2,000 crore annual box office, rewards strong female leads unevenly, few Telugu films outside the Samantha or Rashmika Mandanna bracket have written substantial roles for heroines. Kapoor's reported caution suggests she is avoiding the 'decorative heroine' trap that has shortened many crossover careers. Her next move will be watched closely by casting directors in Hyderabad and Chennai, who are increasingly seeking pan-India faces. The official Raaka announcement, expected in coming months, will show whether the role offers the substance she reportedly wants.
Source: telugucinema.com
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