Rachita Ram is a big fan of Ram Rajinikanth’s 1999 blockbuster PadayappaThe film provoked the dream of working with a superstar and provoked her love for complex characters such as Nilambari, linked with Applomb by Ramya Krishnan.
For the past decade, Rachita has ruled as one of the prominent women of Kannada cinema, which features stars like Darshan as well as stars like Darshan. Nightingale (2013), Sudeep in Rana(2015),Punith Rajkumar In Chakravyuha (2016), in Upendra I love you (2019), and in Shivarjkumar Rustam (2019). Nevertheless, even before the start of his film, he indicated his nature with his television success to his nature for clever roles. Arasi.
After being a second bella for the hero with glamor and charm, Rachita’s desire to detect a character with gray shades became a reality when filmmaker Lokesh Kanagarj contacted him Coolie, His first project with Rajinikanth. “When Lokesh asked me what kind of role I had played, I told her that I want to play someone like Nilambari,” she tells her Hindu In a special chat.
“Lokesh was a little surprised by my choice, seeing that I am known for my female major characters in Kannada. Being an opponent gives you a lot of space to perform. This is the kind of challenge I would like to take more often,” she says.
Rachita is one of the biggest surprise factors Coolie, On August 14, 2025, the screen was hit. Among a star-stodged artists that included Nagarjuna, Satyaraj, Upendra, Shruti Haasan, Shubin Shahir, and Aamir Khan, not a lot of Rachita was not expected to shine, because he had a blink-and-u-miche appearance in the film’s trailer. The manufacturer also stayed away from presenting his character during the promotional phase.
“Lokesh was particularly that my character was not discussed anywhere on pre-reliefs, as he was sure that my role would create a big impact after its release,” Rachita revealed.
Lokesh’s instinct proved to be correct when Rachita’s performance won praise. She admits overwhelmed by the response of those who were not familiar with their work. His biggest praise was from the superstar, until he had to stay tight until the film was out.
“It’s been a year because I got that call from Rajni sir. I returned from a shooting schedule to Bangkok when he asked to say that I had done a excellent job. He said that it was very good to see it. Kannadada Hadgi (Kannada girl)Perform so well. I told him that his words were older than the Oscars for me. For a year, it was so difficult to tell the world about this. ,
Rachita loved how she was easily felt by Rajinikanth and Lokesh from the first day of shooting. “After the shooting I had a small conversation with Rajni sir. He was eager about the developments in the Kannada film industry. He recalled some of his works in Kannada cinema. He assured me that my character in my character Coolie The audience will have a great impact. ,
Rachita Ram has acted in Kannada contrary to A-Listers like Darshan, Sudeep, Punith Rajkumar and Shivarjkumar. , Photo Credit: @rachita_instaofcial/Instagram
As an actor, Rachita believes in ease on the set. “I didn’t prepare much before my scenes CoolieLokesh was not especially about rehearsal. He was very special about all the important changes of my character. To switch to that personality, he asked me to take care that I am a trained police officer. I had to ensure that I demonstrate the character characteristic of a trained officer, especially in action sequences, ”she explains.
The first approval of her efforts came on the set from the artists and the crew, recalls Rachita. “Anbariv Masters were happy how I pulled the action scene. This was my first action sequence. I was very rare when the actors performed stunts in my films. Also, when I revealed the big surprise in the stressful scene, people appreciated the sets. I found the same applause in a cross scene with Nagarjun.
Demonstration of Rachita in Coolie The actor can open the door for more non-canada opportunities. This dream would not have been a Tamil debut if not for the opportunity to meet with Lokesh at an award ceremony. “I told her to give me a script with a strong female hero. After seeing her agent Tina character Vikram (2022), I wanted to get a Kannada film on a script of Lokesh.
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“He loved my confidence. I was desperate to do a role with villain colors. In Kannada, the filmmaker was hesitant to think beyond the role of a traditional heroine. They will always tell me, ‘How can a girl with a beautiful and bubbly?’ Thankfully, Lokesh believed me to look different on the screen.
with Coolie, Rachita feels that he has responded to his opponents. “In recent times, I saw many comments on social media that they were tired of seeing me. She felt that it is time for me to get married and retiring from acting. I am happy that I have replied through my work,” she says.
Published – August 19, 2025 02:08 pm IST
