|  Srikanth
and me are only friends - Sneha
She started her career with Malayalam films and went
on to become a phenomenon in Tamil. She is the only
actress in Tamil who says a stern 'no! no' to glamour.
Whether it's her reported preference for playing lead
with the younger heroes, or her marked reluctance to
play lesser roles or simple plain, taking a stand on
what glamour is, she has always come clean with that
earnest frankness. She is none other than Sneha. In
an exclusive interview to the Editor of Galatta.com
Why are you so rigid about glamour roles?
I want to do only decent roles. For me my performance
is very important, not exposing myself. I don't think
it is a must to do glamorous role. I am also not comfortable
with such outfits. I have a certain limit beyond which
I won't cross. Sarees suit me well. I have fan followers
for my homely and girl next door looks only. I don't
want to compromise on this.
In spite of giving a hit film like Parthiban Kanavu
you are not to be seen in Tamil. Why?
I have become choosy. I want meaty roles but at the
same time not stereotyped. I declined lot of offers,
which came after Parthiban Kanavu simply for
the reason they had a similar story as that of PK.
Why do you have to accept a guest role in Cheran's Autograph?
Even though it's a guest role, it is an important role.
I am appearing as Cheran's friend in the film for 15
minutes only. That's all I can say about my role. For
me short or long it should have enough scope to perform.
I can act even if there is no song for me. I prefer
doing good films than making more number of films.
Who is your mentor?
I don't have any mentor. I want future generation to
name Sneha as their mentor.
We heard that you were upset that you did not get
an award in the recent IFTA awards function?
There is no truth in it. I was nominated for the best
actress category. No one said that I am getting an award.
I was their guest. I didn't get selected. It's all part
of the game. You should take it in the right spirit.
But I was very happy that I could meet lots of my female
fans in Malaysia.
Do you get disturbed with rumours?
No not at all! They are after all rumours! I care a
damn bit for them. When they are not true, I feel it's
a waste of time to talk about them and giving clarifications.
After my accident there were lots of rumours that I
won't come back. But within 45 days I came out of my
problem and acted in King. That was a turning point
in my life.
Who do you think is your competitor among your contemporaries?
It's me myself! Yes, I want to compete with each film
of mine.
Why do you refuse to act with senior heroes?
I have never said that. If my role were good I would
act with anyone.
About doing 'Item - number'?
No way. First of all item numbers are added to sizzle
the audience. When I don't even want to do a glamour
role where does the question of Item- number come?
What was Arjun starrer Jai Surya's problem?
I was not aware that I am in Jai Surya. The director
came and narrated the story but I declined the offer.
But without my knowledge they have used my name and
pix in the invitation. So I had to make my stance clear.
Do you know that it is a criterion to dub your own
voice for National Award?
Yes! That's the reason I am trying my own voice. I started
dubbing from Parthiban Kanavu. I am going to dub in
all my future films even if it takes time.
You have a sweet voice? Will you lend your voice
to other artistes?
No. In fact couple of producers have approached me.
I am not interested. I cannot emote for other artistes.
Have you insured your lips?
(Laughs) Is there insurance for lips?
Tell us about your social service activities.
Ya! I always pity the downtrodden. I love to do whatever
simple help within my limit. I am happy to take advantage
of my stardom to raise funds for them. |
