Shruti Haasan-who is one of the prominent actresses to have put herself on the map with her versatility. Across industries-gave a very candid account of the defining moment that changed the course of her career in the films. The actress, in a beautiful interview, regaled that her character in 3 (Three), opposite Dhanush, became the lifeline that almost “saved” her career at a very crucial juncture. Did Dhanush Save Shruthi Haasan Career? Actress Admits.

Did Dhanush Save Shruthi Haasan Career:

3 is directed by Aishwarya R. Dhanush and released in 2012 as a psychological romantic drama; it garnered remarkable popularity. Not just for its story but for the chartbuster of a song “Why This Kolaveri Di.” Shruti played the role of Janani, a complicated girl caught in love, loss, and mental health issues. Her emotionally vibrant performance was very well appreciated, showcasing her capacity as an actor.

Shruti shared, “Acting opposite Dhanush, who is incredibly intense and effortless, really pushed me to bring my best. That film came when I needed to prove myself most.” She believed that 3 gave her the space to break away from glam-centric roles and finally be taken seriously as a performer.

The film was also among the first few mainstream Tamil films to talk of bipolar disorder. And the layers Shruti added to her character truly deserve the credit for giving weight to the subject. She thanked the team of 3, more so Aishwarya and Dhanush, for trusting her with such a difficult character.

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With a career spanning over a decade in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema today, Shruti has still managed to keep exploring characters and genres. But it is clear that 3 is a milestone, one that revived her career path and cemented her love for acting.

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