Actor Ishita Dutta has opened up about her experience of working with Ajay Devgn in the Drishyam franchise, revealing that she initially felt nervous about playing the superstar’s daughter on screen. In an exclusive conversation with Zoom, the actress also reflected on the appreciation surrounding Drishyam: The Conclusion, referred to in the supplied report as Drishyam 3.
Dutta plays Anju Salgaonkar, the daughter of Vijay Salgaonkar, portrayed by Devgn. Recalling her first meeting with the actor, she spoke about the admiration she had developed for him while growing up and how his encouragement helped her settle into her role.
Ishita Dutta recalls feeling nervous about playing Ajay Devgn’s daughter
Speaking about her first interaction with Devgn, Dutta said she felt overwhelmed because she had watched him on screen for years and admired his work as an actor.
“I still remember the first time I met Ajay sir. I was overwhelmed because we have seen him (while) growing up. He’s such a fabulous actor. I was nervous to play his daughter,” she said in the interview, according to the supplied report.
The actress recalled wondering whether she would be able to portray the character convincingly and do justice to the role. However, she described the experience of working with Devgn as smooth and said his appreciation for her performance gave her confidence.
Dutta also spoke about the actor’s encouragement during the first Drishyam film. His positive feedback, she explained, helped ease her initial apprehension and made the professional association a more comfortable experience.
Her recollection offers a glimpse into the pressure actors can feel when working alongside established stars, particularly when they are stepping into an important role in a popular film franchise.
Ishita Dutta on her off-screen bond with Ajay Devgn and Kajol
Dutta’s association with Devgn has extended beyond their on-screen relationship. In the interview, she also spoke about the personal bond she has developed with the actor and his family.
Her husband, actor Vatsal Sheth, has also contributed to that connection. Dutta said she and Sheth look to Devgn and his wife, actor Kajol, for advice and appreciate the support they have received from the family.
“We really look up to him and Kajol for any kind of advice. They have always been there. The entire family… they are extremely sweet and I really love them. It’s been a good association onscreen and offscreen,” she said, as quoted in the supplied report.
Her remarks highlight how professional relationships in the film industry can develop into lasting personal connections. For Dutta, working with Devgn has involved not only sharing screen space with a celebrated actor but also building a relationship she values outside the set.
Ishita Dutta reacts to the reported success of Drishyam: The Conclusion
The conversation also touched on the response to Drishyam: The Conclusion. Dutta expressed happiness about the audience reaction and the appreciation the film had reportedly received.
“It feels great. The reaction is so good. People have loved the film so much,” she said, according to the supplied interview report.
The actress added that she and her co-stars were enjoying the response, noting that appreciation from audiences and critics was particularly rewarding. She also referred to the film’s box-office performance as one part of the broader positive reception.
For performers, a film’s reception can be significant beyond its commercial performance. Audience engagement, critical feedback and recognition of individual performances all contribute to the experience of seeing a project connect with viewers.
The box-office figures mentioned in the original report should be treated as time-specific estimates and independently verified before publication, as collections can vary between trade trackers and reporting periods.
Ishita Dutta as Anju Salgaonkar in the Drishyam franchise
In the Drishyam story, Dutta plays Anju Salgaonkar, the daughter of Vijay Salgaonkar, whose character is played by Ajay Devgn. The family relationship is central to the franchise’s crime-thriller narrative, which revolves around Vijay’s efforts to protect his family amid a criminal investigation.
The supplied report lists Tabu, Shriya Saran, Jaideep Ahlawat, Rajat Kapoor and Prakash Raj among the cast associated with Drishyam: The Conclusion. The film is also attributed to director Abhishek Pathak in the source copy.
Dutta’s comments bring attention to the personal experience behind her performance: the nervousness she felt before working with Devgn, the reassurance she received and the confidence she gained as the association developed.
While the film’s reported success has drawn attention to the franchise, her account focuses on a different aspect of the experience—the professional respect and personal relationships that can develop while making a film.
A positive experience with a co-star she admired
Looking back on her journey with Devgn, Dutta described an association that has been rewarding both on screen and off screen. What began with nervousness about playing the actor’s daughter became a smoother professional experience, supported by his encouragement and appreciation.
Her reflections also underline the importance of feeling supported when taking on a demanding role, particularly alongside actors whose work one has admired for years.
As audiences respond to the latest chapter in the Drishyam franchise, Dutta’s interview provides a personal perspective on her experience of the films and her relationship with one of its leading stars.
