Sameera Reddy is back in the limelight with her upcoming film Aakhri Sawal, marking a big moment after her appearance in Yes. While promoting the political drama, the actress was candid about the ongoing conversations around ‘Dhurandhar’, while also reflecting on her experience of reuniting with Sanjay Dutt and opting for a story that leans into discussion and debate.Having watched both ‘Dhurandhar’ and its follow-up ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’, Sameera has not held back in her appreciation for the craft. She particularly praised Sanjay Dutt’s performance as “incredible”. Talking about the ongoing discussions around the film, she shared with NDTV, “I think it is a well-made film. Sanju has done a wonderful job. I always say it takes two hands to clap. If you look at the numbers, if the audience has watched the film again and again, then your answer is there.”
“However, she chose not to delve into the political conversations surrounding her. She added: “My opinion of the film is personal. This is something I do not want to go into. I would like to say that it is a well-produced film and the audience has spoken about it.”“Akhiri Question” aims to raise doubts, not take sidesAakhri Sawal, directed by Abhijit Warang, explores themes connected to the origins of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. Samira revealed that her decision to take on the project was driven by the intention of provoking thought rather than advancing the narrative.
“I don’t think films need to be controversial to succeed. I felt like I didn’t have proper knowledge about many things. The good part is that this film asks questions of everyone. This film doesn’t take sides,” she said, highlighting the film’s neutral stance.She also added, “These conversations make people very angry. One thing is to get upset about them. But the smart thing is to get more information and ask the right questions.”
In the film, Samira plays a left-leaning character who challenges viewpoints within the narrative.
Sameera Reddy’s meeting with Sanjay Dutt after the movie “Musafir”
After reuniting with Sanjay Dutt after their 2004 film Musafir, Sameera described the experience as warm and full of nostalgia. “Sanju is doing really well. I feel very proud that he is doing such a great job at the moment. Knowing someone for so many years and meeting him again on the sets is the most beautiful thing,” she said.Sharing lighter moments, she added: “We literally laughed and got nostalgic.
We met like old friends after a long time and even discussed our children. I really respect him. Working with him and in his production was something I really wanted to be a part of.
Sameera Reddy’s return or continuation?
While many are calling her comeback project ‘Akhri Sawal’, Sameera has a different point of view. “People can say what they want. I don’t consider it bad because that’s their perception. In my mind, I realized that being in the public eye has many layers, and films are just one of them,” she said. She concluded her speech by clarifying: “If people want to think I’m coming back, I don’t mind. I never left. But yeah, I definitely took a break.”
“Starring Namashi Chakraborty, Neetu Chandra and Amit Sadh alongside Sanjay Dutt and Sameera Reddy, ‘Aakhri Sawal’ is all set to hit theaters on May 15.
