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Varma on Sridevi: 'Impossible to understand her craft'
17 Aug
Summary
- Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma contributed a chapter to Sridevi's biography.
- Varma directed Sridevi only once, calling it an unforgettable experience.
- He finds her acting craft, especially in 'Mr. India', still incomprehensible.
Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has contributed a chapter to the upcoming biography of the late actress Sridevi, titled 'The Empress'. This book, announced on August 13, 2026, features contributions from individuals associated with different phases of Sridevi's career. Varma's chapter offers a unique perspective from his experience directing her in the film 'Kshanam Kshanam'.
Varma considers his single experience directing Sridevi to be more than enough proof of her extraordinary range and talent. He described her ability to deliver 15-20 interpretations and expressions per scene as remarkable. Even now, years after her death, Varma finds her screen presence and craft, citing a specific Charlie Chaplin sequence in 'Mr. India', to be beyond comprehension.
He recalled their first meeting in Chennai, describing her presence as a "sudden rush of fresh invigorating breeze." Varma has been informed that his chapter is the best contribution to 'The Empress', though he acknowledges that other contributors may have received similar praise. He is currently focused on his next directorial project, 'Police Company'.
