Varshini Suresh drives through challenges in and as ‘Auto Vijayashanti’
The Hindu
From being a database developer to a television actor… actor Varshini Suresh of 'Auto Vijayashanti' serial drives recollects her journey
Actor Varshini Suresh has had a successful transition — from the field of Information technology to television, which are as different as chalk and cheese. The former database developer with Cognizant is now an accomplised small screen actor, as proved by her role in Auto Vijayashanti on Zee Telugu and as Thulasi in Magale en Marumagale on Star Vijay.
Rooted in the rhythms of everyday life, Auto Vijayashanti , a remake of Tamil serial Veera, revolves around family responsibilities and sibling bonds. The drama focuses on a challenging phase when two sisters, Vijayashanti and Durga (played by Varshini and Sandra), navigate life after their brother’s death. Varshini breaks the glass ceiling by driving her brother’s auto to support the family. “It is a challenging but an exciting role,” she says.
Making a mark | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Varshini, a native of Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, did not plan a career in showbiz until Instagram reels created an opportunity. Talking about her debut serial Nee Naan Kaadhal on Star Vijay, she says: “They approached me saying the reels were cute and my expressions were good.”
Obviously, she was initially shocked with the acting offer but said yes to fulfil her teenage dream to be like her favourite actors Samantha and Nayanthara. “I believed the Universe gave me opportunities and I pursued them with passion,” says Varshini.
Varshini with Swaminathan who plays Chiranjeevi in ‘Auto Vijayashanti’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
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