Actor Gulshan Devaiah (known on social media as “SuperGullu”) took to his platform to share a clip from his film, Rukmini Vasanth, detailing the origin of a particular interaction with his on-screen sister. He stated, “Ps. This was unscripted. I improvised this during a rehearsal & Rishab laughed out loud. We kept it in the final take.” The actor initially captioned the moment with a cautious, “Cute but No please don’t!!! It’s highly inappropriate.”
This candid revelation immediately drew a mix of reactions. While many fans, like @gentleman07, applauded the spontaneity with “Nice improvisation,” and others, such as @Invisible Truth, noted the irony of the “inappropriate” tag despite being “unscripted,” a crucial debate about consent and boundaries quickly emerged.
One user, @hobbermallow29, directly challenged the glorification of the moment, writing, “You do know its not great to touch a woman without consent, right? Stop glorifying it as if you did something.” Devaiah swiftly responded to this concern, clarifying the professional dynamic: “We are both professional actors playing siblings in the film and of course it was done with consent.”
Actor Defends Professionalism Amid Criticism
Following the initial exchange, Devaiah addressed the implicit accusation of unprofessional behavior that arose from the unscripted nature of the scene. He posted a firm but understanding reply:
“I suppose you’re assuming I’m unprofessional & improvisations during rehearsals are all always spontaneous. I don’t blame you. It’s difficult to deduce my character from reading one sentence I typed on social media. You should google Girija Oak and her video about me on @TheLallantop YouTube.”
By directing users to an external source—an interview by his co-star, actress Girija Oak, on The Lallantop—Devaiah sought to provide context for his working style and reputation, asserting that his on-set conduct is consistently professional and collaborative, even during improvisation.
Praise for Nuance and Character Portrayals
Beyond the debate, fans universally lauded the depth and complexity of the sibling relationship portrayed in the film, suggesting the improvised moment added a layer of raw realism. Multiple comments focused on the film’s rich subtext. User @vinayaka praised the subtle cultural cues, noting, “I really liked that ‘Aliya kattu reference’ which is mainly in Bunts/ Hegde and Jains even now. So subtly hinting your sister’s scheming towards the throne/ land. Very well done even in small detailing. Your acting is top notch. I am a fan after Durannga now scaling heights.”
Another fan, @SBen1357, expressed appreciation for the mature, yet conflicted, depiction: “It was really nice to see grown up brother and sister portrayed like this in a movie. Brother and sister both scheming to kill each other and yet there is that hint of the happy childhood spent together. Very nice acting by both…” The comments suggest that Devaiah’s performance and the film’s narrative successfully captured a relationship marked by both profound familial connection and dark, high-stakes rivalry.
The overall sentiment from dedicated moviegoers, including a comment from @Kameshwari93 stating, “That twist in the second half was amazing!” and @Preeti Shetty‘s admiration for his character’s “noble man” persona, confirms the film, and Devaiah’s performance, is resonating deeply with audiences, sparking discussion that extends well beyond the boundaries of the scene itself.
