After her impactful debut in I Want To Talk, which earned her a well-deserved Filmfare nomination, Ahilya is already making waves with her latest project, the musical fantasy Sing Geetham. Transitioning into the Telugu film industry was a significant move for the artist, and she credits her initial excitement to the genius and legendary director Singeetam Srinivasa Rao and producer Nag Ashwin. For Ahilya, the opportunity to sing for herself in a film was a rare and thrilling prospect, and the chance to work under such visionary filmmakers proved to be a natural and welcoming experience that encouraged her to take bold creative risks. She explained, “You just have to do it because you have to do it for the art.”
Immersing herself in a new linguistic and cultural landscape proved to be a transformative experience for the actor. While she admits it came with challenges, the process taught her invaluable lessons about empathy and communication. Ahilya dedicated herself to learning Telugu from scratch, spending months in intensive training, which she notes was aided by her natural affinity for music. She said, “Telugu is an extremely musical language.” She emphasizes that her diverse background as a musician and content creator allows her to approach acting from unique perspectives. Talking about her growth since her debut, she mentioned that the most significant change has been developing resilience and the ability to fully inhabit a role by shedding her own inhibitions. “I’ve learned about letting Ahilya go a little bit,” she admitted, adding that she now feels much more able to escape from herself when stepping into a character.
Looking forward, Ahilya shared how she is eager to explore diverse storytelling formats across industries, including an upcoming live-action project in a video game. She also remains deeply committed to using her platform for causes beyond the screen. Drawing from her upbringing in Auroville and her father’s work in ecological afforestation, she is passionate about contributing to environmental conservation. When asked what it means to be an artist for Ahilya, she mentioned, “Being an artist is about more than just a performance; it is about maintaining a whole life outside of the film industry and continuing to inspire others through my work for the good of the planet.”
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