Suriya Praises Fahadh Faasil’s Acting Choices, Recalls Years of Friendship

Tamil Nadu, Sep 29 : Tamil actor Suriya spoke warmly about his long-standing friendship with Fahadh Faasil during a promotional event for Don’t Trouble The Trouble, highlighting the Malayalam actor’s distinctive approach to cinema and recalling the personal conversations and memories they have shared over the years.

Suriya attended the promotional gathering in Tamil Nadu for Fahadh’s upcoming Telugu film, which is presented by filmmaker SS Rajamouli. During his interaction with the audience and the film team, Suriya described Fahadh as an actor whose choices have consistently reflected a willingness to explore different kinds of characters and stories.

The comments came as Fahadh continues to promote Don’t Trouble The Trouble, a film that marks an important stage in his work across Indian-language cinema. The actor, who has established himself through Malayalam films and subsequently appeared in Tamil and Telugu productions, is taking on a lead role in the Telugu project.

Suriya said his relationship with Fahadh goes beyond their professional association. He recalled spending long hours talking with the actor and said the two have accumulated many memories together. His remarks offered audiences a more personal glimpse into the connection between two performers who have worked in different regional film industries.

The Tamil star also spoke about Fahadh’s ability to make decisions about his career without allowing conventional expectations to dictate every choice. Suriya suggested that he himself sometimes thinks about whether a particular film might appeal to audiences or affect his image, while Fahadh has demonstrated a different approach to selecting projects.

That distinction has become an important part of the discussion surrounding Fahadh’s career. He has moved between Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu cinema while taking on characters that vary widely in tone, scale and genre.

Fahadh’s latest project adds another chapter to that journey. In Don’t Trouble The Trouble, he plays Suri, a street magician. The film combines fantasy and family-oriented storytelling and has been described by Fahadh as a movie that can appeal to children while also offering something for adult viewers.

The actor’s preparation for the film has also attracted attention. Fahadh recently explained that performing his Telugu dialogues required a detailed process. He said he would first think in Malayalam, translate the thought into English and then deliver the dialogue in Telugu. The film was shot across 79 real locations in Hyderabad during a production period that lasted about a year and a half.

Fahadh also insisted on performing his own dialogues rather than relying on prompting. He maintained the discipline of synchronised sound during filming and later dubbed his own lines, an approach that reflected his emphasis on authenticity while working in a language outside his native Malayalam.

The film has therefore become significant not only because of its cast and presentation but also because of Fahadh’s transition into a Telugu project as a solo lead.

Suriya’s presence at the promotional event added further attention to the release. His comments about Fahadh focused less on conventional publicity and more on the actor’s working style and personality. The two performers have developed reputations in their respective industries, but Suriya’s remarks emphasised the personal respect between them.

The friendship between the actors has previously been visible through their professional interactions. Suriya has also worked with Fahadh in Tamil cinema, where their association brought together two performers from different acting backgrounds.

For Suriya, the conversation also reflected his own experience of navigating the film industry. He spoke about the calculations actors often make before accepting a project, including whether audiences will respond positively and how a role could influence their public image.

His observation about Fahadh was that the actor has managed to maintain a more selective approach. Fahadh has repeatedly moved between commercial productions and films driven by unusual characters, allowing him to work across different genres and languages.

The promotional campaign for Don’t Trouble The Trouble is taking place as the movie prepares to reach audiences. The project is backed by Arka Media Works and Showing Business, with SS Rajamouli associated with the film’s presentation. Fahadh’s involvement has been one of the main talking points around the production.

The film also features young actor Ssara Palekar, with whom Fahadh has spoken affectionately about his experience on set. He described her as a particularly memorable co-star and praised her preparation and patience while working on their scenes.

The promotional discussions have consequently provided audiences with information about both the film and its performers. Fahadh has spoken about the technical demands of working in Telugu, while Suriya has offered a perspective on the actor from the standpoint of a close friend and fellow performer.

The project comes at a time when collaborations between South Indian film industries are becoming increasingly visible. Actors are appearing more frequently in films produced across linguistic markets, while filmmakers and production houses are targeting audiences beyond a single regional territory.

Fahadh’s career is particularly reflective of this movement. His performances in Malayalam cinema established his reputation, while appearances in Tamil films expanded his audience. His latest Telugu venture represents another step in that cross-industry trajectory.

Suriya’s comments also underline the professional admiration Fahadh has received from other established actors. Rather than focusing solely on commercial considerations, the discussion centred on the choices that have shaped Fahadh’s career and his willingness to approach roles differently.

As Don’t Trouble The Trouble moves closer to its theatrical release, attention will remain on Fahadh’s Telugu performance and the film’s combination of fantasy, humour and family-oriented elements.

The promotional event has already generated additional interest because of Suriya’s appearance and his candid remarks about Fahadh. For fans of both actors, the occasion offered an opportunity to see a different side of their relationship while introducing more details about Fahadh’s latest project.

The film now carries the attention surrounding Fahadh’s Telugu lead debut, while Suriya’s endorsement has added another layer to its promotional campaign. Their interaction also highlighted the wider connections developing between actors and filmmakers across India’s regional cinema industries.