Bollywood actress Vidya Balan recently shared her respect for Malayalam cinema, particularly highlighting the Mammootty starrer ‘Kaathal: The Core’. During a candid conversation, Balan expressed her fascination with Malayalam films and their storytelling. She says she likes watching Mohan Lal films for his comedy timing and off late she has been watching Malayalam films regularly.
Coming to Kaathal : The Core, Vidya Balan's praised Jeo Baby’s ‘Kaathal: The Core’ where Mammootty's portrayal of a homosexual character left her astonished. She commended Mammootty not only for his impeccable performance but also for his courageous decision to produce a film that challenges societal norms and promotes acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community
Reflecting on Kerala's cultural landscape, Vidya Balan remarked, "I don't think any of our Hindi actors will be able to do a film like Kaathal
Furthermore, Balan applauded Mammootty for embracing the character in ‘Kaathal’ without concern for its potential impact on his public image.
On the workfront, Vidya Balan was last seen in 'Do Aur Do Pyaar', a romcom co-starring Illeana D'cruz and Pratik Gandhi. She is also doing pivotal role in 'Bhool Bhulaiyya 3'