Overview

• In a recent Something Bigger Show interview, Vidya Balan recounted her experience on the shelved Malayalam film Chakram and the production clashes that derailed it.
• She said she had filmed for six to seven days before Mohanlal’s scheduling conflicts with director Kamal forced a prolonged pause.
• After Chakram was scrapped, she learned that eight to nine South Indian filmmakers withdrew their offers, labelling her 'jinxed'.
• The actress described the emotional toll of being branded unlucky, saying she often cried herself to sleep before maintaining hope.
• She pivoted to Bollywood with her acclaimed debut in Parineeta (2005) and has yet to announce a new project since the success of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.