Archive · 20 Sep 2025
Shanthanu Bhagyaraj Prepares for 'Balti' Role with Malayalam Lessons
Actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj worked hard to prepare for his role in the upcoming film 'Balti'.
Although he initially told the director he knew Malayalam, he realized he needed help to speak the language well.
He hired a language coach and redubbed his lines multiple times to get the flow, slang, and performance just right.
The director paid close attention to small details, making sure Shanthanu's Malayalam was accurate because his character is a Tamil boy who speaks Malayalam.
The film is directed by Unni Sivalingam and co-produced by STK Frames and Binu George Alexander Productions.
The movie is simultaneously shot in Malayalam and Tamil.
Shanthanu Bhagyaraj stars in the film 'Balti'.
He underwent Malayalam language training for the role.
He redubbed his lines multiple times for the film.
The director wanted him to perfect his Malayalam speaking.
The movie is simultaneously shot in Malayalam and Tamil.
- Who
- Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, Unni Sivalingam, and the cast of 'Balti'
- What
- Shanthanu Bhagyaraj took Malayalam lessons and multiple dubbing sessions for his role in the film 'Balti'.
- When
- The film Balti is set to release on September 26.
- Where
- Kochi, Chennai
- Why
- To perfect his portrayal of a character in the film and match the director's expectations for the film.
- Actor
- Shanthanu Bhagyaraj
- Film Title
- Balti
- Director
- Unni Sivalingam
- Language Training
- Malayalam
- Release Date
- September 26