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Interview-Pavitra Lokesh- Mahesh and Namrata have welcomed me into their family with open arms

Malli Pelli stars Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh in lead roles. MS Raju directs the film

Interview-Pavitra Lokesh- Mahesh and Namrata have welcomed me into their family with open arms
Pavitra Lokesh and Naresh

Last Updated: 06.33 PM, May 23, 2023

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Pavitra Lokesh has made headlines for her relationship with senior actor Naresh. Upon this, she is also doing a film with him titled Malli Pelli which is based on their real life story. In a detailed interview, she speaks to us about her new life, Naresh, and her role in Malli Pelli.

Is Malli Pelli a biopic on your life?

Biopic is a very big word. The story showcased in the film is relatable to many elderly couples in the society. Only when you watch the film, will you get to know whether the film is a biopic or not. For me, it is the story of an actor who meets a woman who is not ready for a relationship.

About the lip lock scene in the trailer?

Yes, so much is being spoken about this everywhere. The scene comes at a key moment in the film and is not vulgar. Kissing is an expression of love and the lip-lock shown is done in a very aesthetic manner and there is a hidden emotion behind the scene as well.

About the trolls you are facing on social media?

Malli Pelli
Malli Pelli

Naresh Garu has led a very uncompromising life. As he has been married multiple times and me being the new woman in his life and from the movie field, there is so much focus on us. I do not like the trolls but we are happy together and what issues we faced in our life are shown in the film.

Tell us about your role in the film?

I play a character actress in the film and get connected to Naresh after a very critical moment in my life. Malli Pelli is the journey of two characters and how they went through all odds and tied the knot at an age which is not ideal for marriage.

Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh
Naresh and Pavitra Lokesh

About the presence of Naresh in your life?

Naresh came into my life when I was going through a lot. He is a very jovial person who lives for himself and does what he feels right. The way he took care and is standing by me in all these testing times attracted me more towards him.

Pavitra Lokesh and Naresh
Pavitra Lokesh and Naresh

Mahesh Babu's response to your relationship?

Both Mahesh and Namrata have met us multiple times. They have welcomed me with open arms and treat me as their family. I am super happy that I have good people around me who treat me as one among them.

MS Raju on Malli Pelli
MS Raju on Malli Pelli

Did Naresh's mother Vijaya Nirmala know about your relationship with Naresh?

Yes she knew. But as her health was deteriorating, I could not spend much time with her. Luckily, I got a lot of time to spend with Krishna garu. Everyone in Naresh's family has welcomed me with open arms which I am super thankful to them.

Future Projects

Post Malli Pelli, I am working on a film with Nithin. I have also signed a Kannada biggie. Apart from that, I am getting so many offers in Telugu which I will take up soon. My aim is to do meaningful roles and impress the audience.

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