Before becoming one of the most popular stars in the Telugu industry, Vijay Deverakonda it took time to learn how to act in the theater. Recently, the actor opened up about this part of his life and revealed how his acting skills have helped him in his career and boosted his confidence. Today, Vijay Deverakonda is known for his screen presence and unique movies. But he said that at first he was only thinking about getting the chance to do something and get better. According to him, theater became the foundation that helped him grow personally and professionally.
Vijay Deverakonda reveals why every opportunity was important
Talking about his thoughts in those early years, Vijay Deverakonda said, “It was not about deciding what I liked or what I wanted. It was just about giving me a chance to do everything. ” He explained that he was eager to learn and didn’t want to wait for the perfect roles. “I wanted any platform, any job that would help me improve my skills and let people see my skills,” he added. Vijay Deverakonda revealed that every opportunity, no matter how small, was valuable because it allowed him to learn more and understand the art of success.
Theater helped VD realize his passion
The actor also recalled that he was part of the production team, including adapting well-known plays. According to Vijay Deverakonda, theater offered more than acting. “It helped me channel my energy in the right direction,” he said. He believes that this stage taught him discipline, patience, and the ability to perform under pressure. Theaters are different from movies because the actors have to perform in front of the audience without rehearsing, and this makes every performance a learning curve for them. Vijay Deverakonda said those years helped him understand what he really wanted to do with his life and gave him the confidence to act quickly.
Vijay Deverakonda calls theater a place that liberates the actor
Even today, Vijay Deverakonda talks a lot about the importance of acting for an aspiring actor. “Theatre frees you in a way,” he said. “It frees you up.” The actor believes that theater helps actors to be expressive and fearless. Looking back, he feels those experiences prepared him for the challenges of cinema and helped create the audience he sees today. On the career front, Vijay Deverakonda has several exciting projects lined up, including ‘Ranabaali,’ ‘Rowdy Janardhana,’ and his film with director Shoryuv. As he continues to progress in his career, he remains grateful for the lessons theater taught him early in his career.