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Yuvaraj needed lifestyle change for Asthitva

One thing that young actor

Yuvaraj

, who makes his debut with the upcoming

Asthitva

, realized is that there's more to acting than emoting in front of the camera. In fact, the software professional-turned-actor was put through quite the wringer by director

Nuthan Umesh

. 'I have been used to a certain lifestyle; I would drive around town in fancy cars, eat out at luxury hotels, party and hang out with friends often, etc. But when I signed up for Asthitva, Umesh sir insisted that I get a feel of my character, by living like him for a while, so that I could get my body language and other mannerisms right. I was asked to travel only by public transport, especially BMTC buses, wear inexpensive and rather old clothes, and frequent eateries that are popular with the common man. I did this for about two months, and the experience helped me as a person, and as an actor,' says Yuvaraj.
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