Vijay Sethupathi opened up about the difficulties he faced while preparing for his role that required the authentic Nagercoil slang.
He revealed that although he has portrayed characters from different regions of Tamil Nadu, mastering the unique tone and rhythm of Nagercoil was particularly challenging.
The actor said the slang has a distinct mix of Tamil and Malayalam influence, making it different from what he had spoken in any of his previous films.
To get it right, he spent several days interacting with local people from Nagercoil.
He observed their pronunciation, sentence flow, and natural conversational style.
Sethupathi also practiced with dialect coaches to ensure accuracy.
He emphasized that he wanted to avoid delivering a superficial or exaggerated version of the slang.
According to him, authenticity in language is crucial to making a character believable.
He mentioned that the team helped him understand the cultural nuances of the region.
The actor added that language is not just about words but also about emotion and identity.
Vijay Sethupathi said this learning process also deepened his respect for regional dialects.
He expressed satisfaction that audiences appreciated his efforts after the film’s release.
The crew also praised him for his dedication and commitment to getting the slang right.
The actor concluded by saying that challenges like these motivate him to keep improving his craft.