Sapthami Gowda in talks for Abhishek Ambareesh's Kaali 

All eyes are on Sapthami Gowda, the Popcorn Monkey Tiger actor, who has become a most-sought after name in the state through the blockbuster Kantara. In the Rishab Shetty directorial, which starred him in the lead, Sapthami won hearts playing the character of Leela. 

While Rishab is taking a short break in Dubai, Sapthami recently visited temples in Mangaluru along with her mother.  Meanwhile, there is a strong buzz about her next film, as she is reportedly being considered by filmmakers from various languages. However, going by the latest development, she is part of Gajakesari, and Pailwaan director S Krishna’s upcoming film, Kaali, which stars Abishek Ambareesh in the lead.

Kaali is a romantic period drama set in the 1990s in the backdrop of the Cauvery riots, and the film will be produced under RRR Motion Pictures banner. The director, who was very particular about the female lead’s casting wanted to rope in an able performer. He feels Sapthami Gowda fits the bill in every way, and in all likelihood, the director is considering casting her.

A reliable source states that the director and actor already met a few days ago to have their first round of talks, and Sapthami is said to have shown interest. However, the two are yet to finalise the deal. 

When asked Sapthami about her other upcoming projects she shares that she has been approached for a handful of projects, from various languages including Hindi. However, she is currently prioritising Kannada films. “I am in talks with a few directors, and Krishna’s film Kaali is certainly one of the projects. However, it is still at the initial stages of discussion. The one line is interesting, but we need to sit for a few more discussions before things are finalised,” she says.

Currently, Abishek is in the final stages of completing the shooting for Suri’s Bad Manners. The film, starring the actor as a cop, is expected to be a February release.