'Malayalam's leading actress refused to act with me'; Mamta's revelation leaves fans guessing

Actress Mamta Mohandas in a latest interview mentioned the haughty attitude of one leading Malayalam actress who refused to do a role alongside her in one movie. This has now left the fans guessing.

Mamta Mohandas:

“When I book a hotel room while doing a movie, I think about the producer's cost. But I have seen other actors indulge in extravaganza caring less about the producer. These actors might have at least seven to eight assistants. I still haven’t figured out the need for all these people. I still keep just two assistants for my work.

There are discussions about money and fame. In this industry, both fame and popularity should be given by the audience. Some of my friends have pointed out how detached I am from the world of PR works. Actually, due to this, I am not affected by the stardom factor.

In recent times, no great roles in Malayalam fell upon me and I was kind of kept out of the industry. But this didn't evoke any emotion in me. I feel like a secure artist. Many stars have appeared as second heroines in my films. I have never said that I don't want another actress in my film or I don't want her picture on the poster. I have also acted as second heroine in many films.

I will say one thing. Once, I said yes to a movie that was the comeback of a leading actress. I played a supporting role in that actress's movie. I did that role only to support the comeback of that actress because it was part of the promotion of the movie too. But when I called her back to appear in a guest role in my film, she rejected it instantly. Insecurity!”

Although Mamta did not reveal the name of the leading actress, there is a rumour on social media that it is Manju Warrier. Manju made one of the biggest comebacks for an actress in Malayalam cinema in 2014, and Mamta also acted alongside her in the movie Udharanam Sujatha’.

There is also doubt among fans on whether the mention was directed at Meera Jasmine. The two acted together in the movie ‘Ladies and Gentleman’, but here Mamta had equal prominence to Meera.