Actor Ashok Selvan became emotional at the pre-release event of Anbil Avan, revealing that he had pledged his father’s property to fund the film. He said the script and demanding action sequences required a substantial investment.
Ashok said he had made significant sacrifices to bring the project to life and thanked his parents for believing in and supporting him. He also said that while he had taken up films for money in the past, he now wanted to approach his work differently.
The actor promised that whenever his face appears on a film poster, audiences can be assured that he has given the project 100 per cent.
Ashok Selvan also spoke about the emotional responsibility attached to the project, saying the film was not merely another assignment for him. His personal involvement in its making has made the film particularly important to him.
The actor’s decision to put his family’s property at stake underlines the confidence he has in the project. He said he wanted to create a film that would reflect his commitment to cinema and connect strongly with audiences.
Anbil Avan stars Ashok Selvan and Preity Mukhundhan in the lead roles and is directed by R Kaarthikeyan. The film has generated interest with its combination of romance, emotions and action.
With the release approaching, Ashok’s revelations have added another layer of curiosity around the film, particularly about the story and the risks he took to bring it to the screen.