What Led Nandini Rai to Apologize for Her 'Vaarasudu' Role

Social media influencer and actress Nandini Rai didn't mince words when she opened up about her disappointment with her role in Vijay’s Vaarasudu. In a recent YouTube interview, the actress shared how she was promised a layered cameo as Prakash Raj’s daughter—one that would trigger a key family conflict. But when the film hit screens, nearly all her scenes were chopped, leaving her with barely two minutes on screen.

The mismatch between what was pitched and what was actually released hit hard, especially after posters hinted at a meatier part. That gap between promise and presence has left Nandini vowing to avoid such roles in the future. It wasn’t just about screen time; it was about trust.

She also drew a line on the kind of roles she’ll take going forward. Referring to her bold avatar in Anakapalli, Nandini admitted it made her uncomfortable, especially considering her parents’ reaction.

Now, she's steering toward de-glam, substance-driven characters—even if the scripts haven’t caught up with her intentions yet.