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OI-OneIndia Staff
The film ‘Aaha’, which hit the theaters with the theme of ‘Tug of War’, got a great response from the audience. Actor Nitin Thomas has played an important role in the film. She made her debut in Little Master which was released in 2015. Later in 2017, she was cast in Nishabdham, which was her Tamil debut. Meanwhile, he was working hard to complete the role of Pakan Biju in the film Aaha, which was directed by Bibin Paul Samuel.
change is inevitable
After the theatrical release of Aaha, the changes that took place in Nitin’s personal life and acting career were considerable. The success of the film was a treat in itself which brought Nitin one step closer to his goal. Aaha is the first big budget film with a huge star lineup, which Nithin has signed recently. The film is very close to his heart as it had an impact on his career and because of the level of acceptance, he made his mark among the regional audience. Sharing screen space with veteran stalwarts like Manoj K Jayan and Indrajit Sukumaran was a blessing in itself.
difficulties
Being a complete outsider to the industry, things didn’t magically happen for Nitin. The various obstacles she faced have tested her commitment and passion for art to its limit. Being present within the industry and maintaining a personal life for so long without any expectations was the hardest part for Nitin. He believes that patience and perseverance is the key to reach any goal in life.
aha experience
For Nitin, a film set never felt like a workplace. Both Manoj K Jayan and Indrajit Sukumaran, being two of the most experienced actors in the industry, ensured that they treat him like himself.
His priority was to make the film sets lively and a happy place to work. During the Tech, he made sure to give valuable suggestions and suggestions, which have had a positive impact on the result. This instilled a sense of confidence in Nitin which is well reflected in the film. Being a part of Aaha and working with such versatile actors will remain an asset throughout his career.
According to Nithin, Indrajit Sukumaran, Ashwin Kumar, and all the actors who were a part of the film had to learn tug of war to make the shots as realistic as possible. The kind of training the entire team took for a period of 2 months can be clearly seen from the way the game is handled. None of the scenes were manipulated in any way to show the tug of war in action. All the scenes were captured with professional players and actors competing against each other, which added to the realism.
Nitin now truly believes that tug of war is like no other sport. It is literally war as the name suggests. You have to be mentally and physically capable to be able to pull the rope. The pressure that is created in a game like this is unprecedented. The shooting of the film was done about 2 years back. Till date, he has a scar on his back which happened during the entire film making process. He proudly calls it ‘Aha Signature’.
Nitin’s character Pakan Biju is also a driver in the film. Whenever he is going for a match, his 4×4 team loves to travel. In one scene, he is believed to be driving down the slopes of a mountain with all the team members including Manoj K Jayan, Indrajit Sukumaran and Ashwin Kumar. It was a huge responsibility as there were a lot of risky elements involved. After the trial run, Nithin casually asked Indrajit Sukumaran if he felt confident about pursuing the scene. Indrajit was overjoyed and was sure that Nitin would be able to do so. That was all he needed. The extra energy due to the confidence shown in him helped the scene to be completed smoothly and created an epic moment in the film
Expectations
Pakan Biju will always prove to be a milestone in Nitin’s career. One of his major achievements was the way the audience saw the film and the way the character left an indelible impression on him. Such a reference in his portfolio could pave the way for better character roles in future and help Nitin establish a stronghold in the film industry.
Dulquer Salmaan Salute
It was a great experience for Nitin to share screen space with Dulquer in the film Salute. Having a combination scene with DQ and being selected to be a part of the Roshan Andrews film under the Wayfarer Films banner can be considered a good platform, as it could lead to potential future projects. Having a lasting impact is an important factor as it facilitates a safer and brighter future. He believes that being a part of such a big budget film will help in reaching out to the entire industry.
Progress
Like every actor in the industry, Nithin also wants to get a central character. Every step he takes is focused on this goal. Committing to roles that can portray a character effectively and explore the various possibilities in this art form will be a major benchmark for him in the years to come. According to Nitin, being a good actor means being able to adapt to any role that comes your way.
Minnal Murali
Nitin feels that the film is one of the best superhero films of its category that have come out of the Indian film industry recently. The team has managed to make its existence more than convincing superheroes and even better villains, a completely out-of-this-world experience for the Indian audience. The character named Shibu, played by Guru Somasundaram, is very much liked by Nithin and would soon like to play similar roles.
supper star
Nitin says that he is a big fan of Mohanlal. The more he got into this profession, the more he realized that actors like Mammotty and their skills were unique. He understood that there is not a single actor in the Malayalam film industry who can play different character roles with different accents ranging from Kajarkode to Trivandrum. For example, the character of Mammoka in Unda, who is Mani Sir, shows how to completely transform into a character.
According to Nitin, all the actors who have come before him play a vital role in molding a budding actor like him. All the characters he has ever played, one way or the other has inspired the characters that Nitin is playing today.
Effect
There are many films that have inspired Nitin. He likes to watch scenes from some of his favorite movies over and over again, mostly played by Mammoty and Mohanlal. Actors like Rajinikanth still amaze him with the level of energy brought by him on the sets. Considering his age as a factor, the idea that he still deals with cinema the way he did 47 years ago is the most amusing part. Nitin emphasizes that Mammoka is an epic example when it comes to commitment, managing a lifestyle, and having that discipline to consistently perform well all these years. It is still something the world watches with pure awe.
Travel
Nitin has been attending auditions continuously for the last 12 years. He has covered Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra for over 100 auditions. Every audition she has attended has made her more confident about what it is to be in life. He believes that aspiring actors should be persistent and never let their beliefs be dampened by external factors. If the belief system and passion are strong enough, learning to act and improving confidence over time helps to present a scene better.
Nithin urges aspiring actors to believe in the fact that there is always light at the end of the tunnel and never get distracted in this journey.
new projects
Nitin’s latest project after Aaha is Salute in which Dulquer Salmaan is playing the role of the protagonist, directed by Roshan Andrews. He is also a part of director Shajahan’s debut film Jamilante Poovankozhi. He will be essaying the character of Ali in the film, which has a substantial and suspenseful aspect to the role, due to which Nithin is sure that the character will leave a noticeable impact.
He is also making progress with some directors in the industry discussing some new projects.
Story First published: Friday, 4 March 2022, 16:05 [IST]