Actor Anusree revealed that she once turned down a film after its makers became unhappy with her request for the complete script. The incident reportedly took place around one and a half years ago, which led to the actor stepping out of the project.
Recalling the experience in an interview with Movieworld Media, Anusree said that a director had approached her for a film, following which she asked for the complete script. However, the film's producer was not pleased with her demand. "He asked me, 'Do you only work after reading the full script?' I replied, 'Yes,'" Anusree recalled.
The Maheshinte Prathikaram actor explained that acting is her profession and that she has every right to know what she is agreeing to before committing to a project. She said that reading the complete script helps her ensure that it does not contain scenes she may be uncomfortable performing. Once an actor commits to a film, it can be difficult to refuse certain scenes later.
Anusree also stressed that filmmakers should share the complete script with actors who are being considered for a project. She pointed out that actors are not being asked to simply show up and perform; they are being hired as artists to contribute to the film.
The actor clarified that she does not agree to work on projects where the makers refuse to share the full script. She insisted that this is not because of arrogance but because she considers it her right as an actor. However, she chose not to reveal the producer's identity.
Anusree further revealed that Maheshinte Prathikaram is the only film she has acted in without reading a complete script. She explained that the film did not have a conventional, fully written script. Instead, the makers gave her a brief overview of the story, explained her character in detail and walked her through each scene. There were no pre-written dialogues either.
On the work front, the actor have several movies in her basket including Prempaatta, which also stars Arun Ashok and Joemon Jyothir is set to release in November.