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Nivin Pauly urges young women to break free from restrictions
Nivin Pauly spoke to students at St Teresa’s College in Kochi, urging young women to challenge restrictions on curfews, clothing and mobility. He recalled how Paulo Coelho’s novel 'The Alchemist' gave him…
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Nivin Pauly spoke to students at St Teresa’s College in Kochi, urging young women to challenge restrictions on curfews, clothing and mobility. He recalled how Paulo Coelho’s novel 'The Alchemist' gave him the courage to attend an audition despite self-doubt, calling it a turning point that led to his acting career. The actor advised students to overcome fear of failure and trolling by participating without knowing the outcome. He also asked teachers to mentor every student, not just the top performers, and to support those lacking confidence. His Onam release 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit' hits theatres on August 21.
The Indian Opinion
Some may dismiss Nivin Pauly's college talk as another celebrity PR exercise, but he offered a rare, personal account of self-doubt and risk. By explicitly naming curfews, clothing norms and mobility limits, he acknowledged real barriers young women face in Kerala, not just vague empowerment slogans. The test will be whether his upcoming film 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit' and his future choices back up the message, or if it remains a one-off campus moment.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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