Television’s favorite star Tejasswi Prakash recently made headlines for a reason you might not expect—turning down a massive big-budget film. The Naagin actress opened up about her decision, explaining that she refuses to be cast just for her “views” or social media following. Tejasswi shared that while she’s constantly offered roles, many lack a strong female character. She admitted it was tough to say no to a project with a huge production house and a star-studded cast, but she didn’t want to be “hardly doing anything” on screen just to serve as a marketing tool for her huge fan base.
Beyond the film rejection, Tejasswi also touched on the hot topic of pay parity. Interestingly, she revealed that she has never faced gender-based pay gaps in the TV industry, often earning more than her male co-stars because of the female-centric nature of Indian television. Currently, she’s focusing on projects that offer “meaty roles” rather than just a shiny title for her resume. While fans are eager to see her on the big screen, especially with rumors around her latest project Psycho Saiyaan, Tejasswi is making it clear: she’d rather wait for a character that actually matters than be used just for the clicks.
