Calling Me A Pan-Indian Star Only Means I Have Gained More Love: Yash

Ahead of his release KGF: Chapter 2, the star talks about his idea of cinema, the KGF journey and what the term ‘pan-India star’ means to him

- Sunayana Suresh

With KGF: Chapter 2, people beyond Karnataka will understand why Yash is called the Rocking Star, director Prashanth Neel said at the trailer launch of the film. The actor, who has become a pan-Indian name, speaks about surrendering to Prashanth’s vision, his plans, thought process and more. Excerpts.

You spent over half a decade working on KGF. Tell us what kept you going...

It is part of my profession and out here, it was all about the vision and the cinema. No one is bigger than cinema and all of us are slaves of our vision. Once, you have a vision, you just dedicate all you have towards it. This is my belief system.

What does KGF mean to you?

What makes KGF special are the relationships I have gained. KGF is a vision and I would call it Karnataka’s wealth or pride.

What does the term pan-Indian star mean to you?

Pan-Indian star means that I have gained more love and support from different parts of the country.

Have you learnt anything from the character of Rocky Bhai in this journey?