Anishma was too nervous to ask Girish A.D. for a role

NewsentertainmentmalayalammoviesAnishma Anilkumar reveals she was too nervous to ask Girish A.D. for a role, says, 'I love all his films' Anishma Anilkumar reveals she was too nervous to ask Girish A.D. for a role, says, 'I love all his films' TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Nov 04, 2026, 06:44 IST Anishma Anilkumar reveals she was too nervous to ask Girish AD.

Popular Malayalam and Tamil actress Anishma Anilkumar has opened up about her admiration for filmmaker Girish A.D., revealing that she was once too nervous to ask him for an opportunity. The actress recalled meeting the director during the auditions for 'Poovan'.

Although she wanted to approach him and request a role in his next film, she eventually decided against it because of her fear.In an interview with Madism Digital, Anishma spoke about her fondness for Girish A.D. and his filmmaking style.

She also recalled how she later auditioned for his film 'I am Kathalan' and was selected.Anishma Anilkumar recalls meeting Girish A.D. during 'Poovan' auditions Anishma said she has followed Girish A.D.'s films with considerable interest and considers herself one of his biggest admirers.

She remembered seeing him during the audition process for 'Poovan'. Vineeth Sreenivasan was also present at the venue.The meeting gave her an opportunity to speak to the filmmaker. However, she could not gather the courage to ask him for a chance in one of his upcoming projects.

She later recalled exactly what she had wanted to tell him.“I am a huge fan of Girish ettan. I really love all his films. During the auditions for 'Poovan', Vineeth ettan and Girish ettan were there. When I saw Girish ettan, I wanted to ask him, 'Can you give me an opportunity in your next film?' But I didn't ask because I was scared.

Later, I auditioned for his 'Kathalan' and got selected. I love all his films,” Anishma said.Speaking about what makes Girish A.D.'s films appealing, Anishma highlighted his sense of humour. According to the actress, his comic sensibilities are noticeable both during filming and in the finished product.She also discussed the kind of characters that usually occupy the centre of his stories.

Anishma observed that his protagonists often have insecurities and personal struggles familiar to ordinary people. This makes them relatable to audiences, as viewers can recognise aspects of their own experiences in these characters.Anishma Anilkumar's Tamil film journey gains momentum Anishma began her acting career in Malayalam cinema before making her presence felt in Tamil films.

Her Tamil film journey has included 'Sirai' and 'Youth', both of which have added to her growing recognition. She has now found further success with her latest release, 'Modha Rathri'. The film has reportedly emerged as a major hit in Tamil Nadu.Coming to Girish AD, his most recent work was the Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju starrer 'Bethlehem Kudumba Unit' which turned out to be a superhit.

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