Bhavana Shares Candid Reasons for Her Malayalam Film Hiatus
Popular actress Bhavana has recently opened up about her decision to step away from Malayalam cinema for a significant period. She made it clear that this choice was entirely her own. No external pressure influenced her move. Bhavana felt a sudden urge to take this break, and at that moment, she believed it was the right thing to do.
A Sudden Decision for Personal Peace
In a detailed interview with Galatta Plus, Bhavana revealed her thought process. "Suddenly, I felt the need to take a break from Malayalam cinema," she stated. "For some time, I thought if I wasn't acting in Malayalam films, I didn't need to keep up with everything happening there." This break was purely for her own mental peace and well-being. She emphasized that the decision belonged solely to her.
Bhavana believed that distancing herself would bring calmness into her life. She wanted to avoid the constant buzz and demands of the industry. Her primary goal was to find a quieter space where she could recharge and reflect.
Rejecting Major Offers During the Break
Even while on hiatus, Bhavana received numerous calls from the Malayalam film fraternity. Her friends and colleagues persistently reached out with film offers. However, she turned them all down without hesitation.
"My friends from the Malayalam film industry kept calling me," Bhavana recalled. "They asked me to consider various projects. I said no to everyone, including Aashiq Abu, Prithviraj, and Jayasurya. I even declined a film with Mammootty."
When asked about her reasons for these rejections, Bhavana admitted she had no clear explanation. "Honestly, I don't have an answer why I said no," she confessed. At that time, she felt completely at ease with her choices. There was no regret or second-guessing involved.
Finding Solace in Kannada Cinema
During this phase, Bhavana focused her work on Kannada cinema. She found this environment much safer and more comfortable. "I felt safe in Kannada cinema," she shared. "I had no plans whatsoever to return to Malayalam films."
Her life became remarkably simple and content. Bhavana enjoyed a routine of going to work, returning home, and watching content she liked. She was firmly in her comfort zone and did not think about revisiting Malayalam cinema. Every day felt fulfilling and peaceful.
The Film That Brought Her Back
Bhavana also described how she eventually returned to Malayalam cinema through the film 'Ntikkakkakkoru Premondarnn'. Interestingly, she initially rejected this project as well. "Even after four to five years of break, when this film came to me, I said no at first," she revealed.
She refused to even read the script. "When they requested me to at least read it, my answer remained no," Bhavana explained. She had a specific fear driving this refusal. "I thought if I liked the script and still had to decline, it would be too painful. So I avoided hearing about it altogether."
Later, her friends posed a simple yet powerful question. "They asked what point I was making by staying away from Malayalam cinema," she said. This query made her pause and reflect. Just as she had suddenly decided to take a break, she now suddenly chose to return. She read the script, appreciated it, and agreed to do the film.
Bhavana's Current Journey
Today, Bhavana is actively back in the industry. Her latest film 'Anomaly' marks her 90th movie. Her character Sara Philip was introduced with the tagline "Re-introducing Bhavana." The film is set to release on January 30. The glimpse video has already garnered positive responses from audiences.
Bhavana's story highlights the importance of personal choices in an actor's career. Her journey from a sudden break to an unexpected comeback shows how intuition and self-care can guide professional decisions.
