Director Jithu Madhavan’s upcoming film ‘Scene,’ starring Suriya, Nazriya Nazim and Naslen, is drawing attention for its casting choices and the director’s approach to filmmaking. From a surprising change in the lead actor to Naslen taking on a challenging role, the film has several interesting details that have now come to light.Suriya has also revealed that shooting ‘Scene’ keeps him guessing about what will happen next, even after acting in 46 films. Jithu Madhavan’s latest comments offer a glimpse into the creative decisions and unexpected changes shaping the project.
Jithu Madhavan reveals Fahadh Faasil was initially planned for ‘Scene’
Speaking to Galatta Plus, Jithu Madhavan revealed that Scene was initially planned with Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya in the lead roles. The director said he had discussed the story with Fahadh, who liked it, and had also narrated another story to him. However, the plan changed when Jithu began developing ‘Scene’ for Suriya.Recalling the change, he said, “Fahadh Faasil and I discussed the story of ‘Scene.’ He liked it, and I also narrated another story to him, which he liked as well. Initially, I planned to make ‘Scene’ with Fahadh Faasil and Nazriya. Later, I told Fahadh Faasil that I was working on the story of Scene for Suriya sir. Let’s see how it goes.” The shift has added another interesting detail to the film’s development.
Why Jithu Madhavan chose Naslen as the villain in Suriya’s ‘Scene’
The director also explained why he thought of Naslen for the villain’s role. He wanted a new face for the character and believed the actor could surprise audiences by stepping away from the image they associate with him. “I was actually thinking of a new face for the villain in ‘Scene.’ Suddenly, Naslen came into my mind. It is not a surprise, but when he commits the crime, there will be excitement among the audience because they will wonder if he can do things like this,” Jithu Madhavan said.He admitted that Naslen’s growing popularity after ‘Premalu’ made him wonder whether the actor would accept a negative role. However, Naslen liked the story after the narration. The team then worked around his dates to plan the shooting schedule.
Suriya reveals ‘Scene’ shooting keeps him guessing
Suriya shared that the film’s changing scenes have made the shooting experience different from his usual work. “I have done 46 movies so far. When I come to the shooting spot, I know what we are going to shoot. But for ‘Scene,’ I come to the shooting spot with tension about what is going to change on the spot,” he said.Jithu Madhavan agreed, revealing that the team sometimes makes last-minute changes to sequences. “It’s true. We actually gave him four-page dialogues just before the shoot, and he learned them so quickly. I felt so guilty, but I didn’t have any option, as we are changing many sequences during the shoot,” the director said.With Suriya, Nazriya and Naslen coming together under Jithu Madhavan’s direction, ‘Scene’ promises an unpredictable filmmaking process, both behind the scenes and on screen.
