Raashii Khanna acknowledges the current trend of Bollywood drawing inspiration from successful South Indian films to enhance box office performance. However, she believes it’s time for the industry to pivot towards original storytelling. With audiences increasingly craving fresh content and dubbed South films readily available online, Raashii emphasizes the necessity for innovative narratives. While she recognizes that Bollywood’s attempt to replicate South Indian hits is a reality, she argues that this approach needs reevaluation.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, Raashii stated, “I can’t disagree that we see remakes from the South quite often, but I think the industry is also realizing that the audience demands newer content, especially since dubbed films are easily accessible online.”She continued, “With the rise of OTT platforms, language is no longer a barrier. I’m sensing a shift in the industry’s mindset, and I genuinely hope we start creating more original content and exploring different genres—because honestly, no one really knows what will work anymore.”Raashii Khanna, who made her debut in 2013 with Madras Cafe, has successfully established herself across Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema.
Her filmography includes notable titles such as Oohalu Gusagusalade, Bengal Tiger, Supreme, Jai Lava Kusa, Tholi Prema, Imaikkaa Nodigal, Venky Mama, Sardar, and Aranmanai 4.Reflecting on her experience in both industries, Raashii remarked, “Everyone shares the same passion—to make great films and be part of them.” She added, “The only difference I can think of, aside from language—which is also no longer a barrier—is that each industry is rooted in its culture. You can see those flavors of traditional values subtly reflected in their films. It’s remarkable how united we are in diversity because the emotions resonate across all languages.
That’s the common thread.”For Raashii, working on Aghathiyaa was a significant learning experience. She expressed, “The genre was the first thing that attracted me to Aghathiyaa, followed by the story, which perfectly blends thriller, horror, and fantasy. My biggest takeaway is that horror films aren’t easy to shoot; it takes a lot to bring them together. As an actor, it’s challenging because you’re reacting to things that aren’t physically present. It also expands your imagination. Overall, it was quite a learning experience, and for Aghathiyaa, they utilized a lot of new technology to provide the audience with an engaging theatrical experience.”
