Suresh Gopi has decided to cut down on the number of films he signs on. His decision does not stem from a possible fact that the industry has opened its doors to a whole lot of youngsters. Apparently, the actor is “sceptical about the viewer.” “My decision is based on the problems associated with the new generation of pretentious cinema enthusiasts who have a hypocritical view.
When I dance around a tree with a girl, they say I should stop it and act my age. And
when I take up roles with substance, like the ones I did in Janakan and Melvilasam, people label them as art house films and don’t turn up to watch it,” states Suresh. Well, that’s quite a strong statement from the man who was responsible for creating a market for Malayalam films beyond Kerala during the 90s. However, Suresh dismisses the achievement. “Action films require a lot of investment. Then Mollywood had producers who were passionate about the business. Today, producers stand by the film only until they rake in the money they get after selling the rights of the film.”The actor will be seen in The King and the Commissioner, Raksha and Raajavinte Makan this year. Whether he will manage to meet the audience at middle ground or not… only the box office results will tell.