Nithya Menen reacts on winning National Award for 'Thiruchitrambalam', reveals her film with Vijay Sethupathi

Nithya Menen, the acclaimed South Indian actress, recently achieved a significant milestone by winning her first National Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Thiruchitrambalam', where she starred alongside Dhanush. In a recent YouTube interaction with Cinema Express, just days after the 70th National Film Awards announcement, Menen expressed her surprise and elation over the prestigious honor. Nithya Menen admitted that she was caught off guard by the National Award win, emphasizing how unexpected it was. She credited the well-written role and the adept direction of Mithran Jawahar for the recognition. Her 'Thiruchitrambalam' co-star, Dhanush, was among the first to congratulate her on the achievement. The actress reflected on her overwhelming feelings of joy and a newfound sense of responsibility following the accolade.

Looking ahead, Nithya Menen shared details about her upcoming projects. She is set to star opposite Vijay Sethupathi in an eagerly anticipated film directed by Pandiraj. The actress reminisced about their brief collaboration in the Malayalam film '19(1)(a)' and expressed excitement about finally sharing significant screen time together. Nithya Menen described the script as unique and genre-defying, indicating her enthusiasm for exploring diverse genres.

Additionally, Nithya Menen will be seen in 'Kadhalikka Neramillai', a romantic drama directed by Kiruthiga Udhayanidhi, where she plays the lead role opposite Jayam Ravi. The film is progressing well, and Nithya Menen is eager to bring her character to life in this new project. Nithya Menen's National Award win and her forthcoming roles highlight her growing prominence in the South Indian film industry and her continued dedication to her craft.