Prakash Veer Has Written a Significant Role for Me in Devil:

The actor, set for an intense face-off with Darshan in Devil, shares why he chose his role, his thoughts on the evolution of cinema across platforms, and his interest in directing a Kannada film

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Mahesh Manjrekar is known for his diverse talents as an actor and filmmaker. Recently, he was in Bengaluru, joining the sets of Devil, starring Darshan and directed by Prakash Veer. The film is currently in production, with the next leg of the shoot moving to Rajasthan today. Initially, the actor expressed his love for Bengaluru. "Bengaluru has a vibe that's hard to match. The people are always so open, and the weather just adds to the charm. It's a city where I've found comfort and inspiration," he says.

Mahesh has had an extensive career, working in films across several Indian languages—except Malayalam. He believes that cinema transcends language barriers. "Cinema, for me, is a universal language. It's about connecting with the audience through emotion, regardless of the language you speak," he explains. "Every region has its own flavour of storytelling, and I've been fortunate enough to explore them all," he adds.

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