Urvashi questions 'Aadujeevitham' National awards snub: ‘We all know it's because of 'Empuraan'
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'How could they ignore Aadujeevitham?': Urvashi stands by Prithviraj and Blessy
Speaking to The News Minute, she said, 'You have an actor who's put everything into this role—physically and emotionally. He lived that pain, and they just ignored it. We all know it's because of Empuraan.'
Urvashi's comments refer to the controversy surrounding 'L2: Empuraan', directed by Prithviraj, which allegedly included scenes referencing the 2002 Gujarat riots.
Following backlash, the makers cut over two minutes of footage and made key character name changes. Urvashi believes this fallout cost Aadujeevitham any recognition.
Raises questions over jury's choices for Shah Rukh, Vijayaraghavan
In a separate interview with Asianet News, Urvashi also questioned the jury's decision to award Shah Rukh Khan Best Actor for Jawan. 'What were the parameters? How was Shah Rukh Khan chosen, and what about actors like Vijayaraghavan?' she asked.
She was particularly critical about Vijayaraghavan, whose role in Pookkaalam was categorized as 'supporting.'
'He endured hours of makeup and gave a soulful performance. How is that not lead material?' she said, noting that he wasn't even offered a Special Jury Mention.
'I need to speak up for the next generation'
Urvashi says her intent is not to stir controversy, but to demand fairness—especially for younger and upcoming artistes. "Having spent years in this industry, I feel it's time to speak up. If we don't stand against injustice now, what kind of message are we really sending to others?"
She also revealed that she was originally offered the female lead in 'Pookkaalam' but declined due to the intense physical prep, including nine-hour-long makeup sessions. 'Even for crores, I wouldn't have done it. But Vijayaraghavan did, and still got overlooked. That's not right,' she said bluntly.
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