When asked if they have any advice for aspiring actors, Rukmini says she has a list. “This is something that I have done as well, but do not look at another actress’ career trajectory and then plan yours. You cannot see Deepika Padukone being launched at age 21 and watch her working alongside Shah Rukh Khan at age 23, and make that your goal. You may hit your peak in your 40s and the satisfaction you get from the work will still be as intense. You need patience in this field, and comparison is a thief of joy.”
Chaithra, who agrees with her co-star, adds, “You cannot compare your journey with others because their skill sets are completely different from yours. You cannot feel bad saying, ‘I am not them’. And, you cannot come into the industry thinking, ‘I am pretty, so, I’ll be an actress’. If that is your thought process, your shelf-life will be less. You need to be open to experience and learning.”