Actor Bala ushered in the New Year with a remarkably candid and personal conversation, connecting directly with his audience through a heartfelt Facebook Live session. The intimate talk, facilitated by his wife Kokila, who posed thoughtful questions, offered a rare glimpse into the actor's personal philosophy, his life after marriage, and his current stance on his film career.
A Gift of Reflection and Handling Perceived Enemies
The session began on a sentimental note. When asked about the most unforgettable gift he received for the New Year, Bala's answer was immediate and devoid of material pretense. He revealed that a mirror sent by his elder sister from the United States held the most value for him, treasured purely for the love with which it was given.
The conversation then took a more direct turn. Kokila, noting she had observed him for a year, pointed out that he seemed to have many enemies and questioned how he handled them with such apparent ease. Bala's response was a lesson in perspective. He calmly stated that people only become enemies when we choose to see them as such. "If we see them as friends, how can they be enemies? No one is my enemy," he explained, extending his well-wishes for everyone's prosperity in 2026.
Marital Journey and a Selective Pause in Cinema
Bala did not shy away from discussing the realities of his married life with Kokila. He acknowledged that their union had faced numerous difficulties, but he looked forward to 2026 as a year where they would be "moving to the next step" in their life together.
Addressing queries from fans about his noticeable absence from the big screen, Bala provided a clear and principled explanation. He confirmed listening to several scripts but attributed his reluctance to sign any new project to "attitude"—his own. Emphasizing that he remains the same person and artist, Bala shared that after undergoing surgery, he feels a strong desire to deliver a proper success. "I am not interested in acting in a film just for the sake of doing a film," he asserted, highlighting his selective and quality-focused approach. He also fondly recalled his fortune in working with legends like Mohanlal, Mammootty, Suresh Gopi, and contemporaries like Prithviraj and Tovino Thomas.
Bala's Personal Mantra for Happiness in 2026
The final question revolved around the advice he would give himself for the coming year. Bala's answer was emotionally charged and born from personal experience. He stressed that "being happy is your responsibility," lamenting how many complain despite having a "perfect body." He shared that going through a difficult phase and coming close to death had taught him the profound value of life.
He concluded the session with a simple yet powerful thought: "Happiness and peace of mind are things we must create for ourselves. We should be happy, and we should keep the people around us happy too." On the professional front, Bala was last seen in the film 'Bad Boyz'.
