Laila: 30 Years of Roles, Now Seeking Web Series Stardom

Actress Laila is celebrating three decades in the film industry this year, having debuted in 1996. Her 2002 film, 'Mounam Pesiyadhe,' recently resonated with a new audience following its re-release. Laila attributes her career longevity to a consistent focus on selecting good roles. She finds opportunities for substantial female characters in films limited compared to male actors, expressing a current desire to star in women-centric web series.

Reflecting on her career, Laila highlighted 'Parthen Rasithen' as the film that truly brought her into the spotlight. She also cherishes 'Nandha' as a memorable project, recalling a positive working relationship with co-star Suriya despite any shooting challenges.

Laila recently worked with Vijay in 'The Greatest of All Time' (GOAT), fulfilling a long-standing audience perception that she hadn't collaborated with him. This experience was also special as it allowed her to connect with contemporaries from her acting era. Her career began in Telugu cinema in 1997 and found significant enjoyment in Tamil films, while also appreciating the warm reception from Kannada audiences.

She emphasizes her choosy approach to selecting projects, considering co-stars, producers, storyline, and her character. Disappointment arises when roles are presented without script detail or character depth. Laila believes the film industry could mature by offering more diverse and innovative storytelling beyond conventional narratives, citing the quality of genre films on OTT platforms.