Malayalam actor Jayaram is currently receiving widespread critical acclaim and has become a subject of viral discussion for his powerful and pivotal performance as King Rajashekara in the massive pan-Indian hit, 'Kantara: Chapter 1'.
Following the film's spectacular box office success, which has already crossed the ₹100-crore mark, Jayaram shared his emotional reaction to the overwhelming praise. The actor revealed that he received a personal, congratulatory message from his contemporary, Megastar Mammootty, who lauded his exceptional work in the Rishab Shetty-directed prequel.
Jayaram also addressed earlier comments from some Malayalam audiences regarding his tendency to take up what appear to be smaller roles in other language films, clarifying that his character in Kantara was substantial and offered a great emotional journey, a fact reinforced by the high praise his performance is currently garnering from critics and fellow industry colleagues, including actress Jyothi Krishna.