Nazriya Nazim’s return to Tamil cinema after a gap of 12 years has brought with it an unexpected new dimension to her screen persona. The actor, who plays Maya in Jithu Madhavan’s Scene opposite Suriya, has been receiving attention for a character that takes audiences in a direction they might not have anticipated. Now, stunt choreographer Chethan D’Souza has offered a glimpse into another interesting aspect of her performance, praising her efforts in executing the film’s action sequences.
On Tuesday, Chethan took to social media to share a series of behind-the-scenes photographs from the sets of Scene. The pictures featured him working with Nazriya on some of the film’s demanding stunts. Accompanying the photographs, the action director applauded the actor’s dedication and willingness to step outside her comfort zone, describing her transformation as one from the “Expression Queen to Action Queen!”
The appreciation is particularly noteworthy because Scene marks the first time Nazriya has performed stunts in her career. While the film makes use of her familiar cute and bubbly screen persona, it also gives her an opportunity to explore a side of her acting that audiences have rarely seen. Her action sequences have emerged as one of the interesting additions to her character, making Maya a departure from the roles traditionally associated with the actor.
Chethan D’Souza On Working With Nazriya Nazim
Sharing his experience of choreographing the action portions involving Nazriya, Chethan described working with the actor as “a joy to work with”. He also highlighted her approach to learning and executing the moves, acknowledging the effort she put into getting the sequences right.
“What I loved most was her willingness to learn and give her best to every single move. No complaints, no excuses, just pure dedication and effort. She made my job so much easier!” he wrote.
The stunt choreographer further suggested that the film could mark the beginning of a new chapter for Nazriya, referring to it as the start of her “journey into the world of action”. He also expressed pride in what the actor had accomplished during the shoot.
For an actor whose screen identity has largely been shaped by her expressive performances, comic timing and effortless charm, taking on physically demanding sequences presents an interesting change. Chethan’s post also draws attention to the preparation involved in making that transition, particularly for someone attempting action choreography for the first time.
Nazriya Nazim Has A Hilarious Response To The Praise
Nazriya, meanwhile, responded to the stunt choreographer’s appreciation with her characteristic sense of humour. Sharing his post on her Instagram Stories, the actor playfully questioned his confidence in her ability to pull off the stunts.
“Me wondering why Master actually thinks I can do this,” she wrote, adding a face-with-tears-of-joy emoticon. She also referred to Chethan as “the best” at what he does.
Her response offered a humorous counterpoint to the stunt choreographer’s glowing assessment, while acknowledging his role in helping her navigate an unfamiliar aspect of performance. The exchange has also brought additional attention to the work that went into creating Maya’s action sequences.
Scene Continues Its Strong Run At The Box Office
Meanwhile, Scene has continued its impressive theatrical run since opening on November 6. The Suriya-starrer has crossed Rs 140 crore in worldwide collections within its first five days, registering a strong start at the box office.
Directed by Jithu Madhavan, the action-comedy has drawn attention for its unexpected narrative turns and characterisations. Nazriya’s portrayal of Maya is among the aspects that have generated interest, with the filmmaker using the actor’s established screen image before revealing unexpected dimensions to her character.
For Nazriya, Scene marks a significant return to Tamil cinema after 12 years, following her earlier appearances in Neram and Thirumanam Enum Nikkah. Her first experience with action choreography adds another interesting milestone to that comeback, with Chethan D’Souza’s appreciation offering a glimpse into the effort behind it.
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