She once blazed the screen with her dynamism. But that is not what sets her apart. Actor Amala Akkineni has been tireless in her work for social change — animal and child welfare, wildlife protection, empowerment of rural women, HIV awareness and more. Simplicity has been her signature notwithstanding that she is the wife of Telugu superstar Nagarjuna.
She is also back on screen in some brief and powerful roles. In a candid chat with Anupama Ramakrishnan, Amala gives a sneak peak into her home, her work and how life has changed over the years.
A humanitarian, an actor and at the helm of many organisations. How do you balance it all?
Nothing comes easy. It is an everyday commitment. When you are young, you fight your way through your beliefs. Isn’t life about people, about relationships and importantly, the living creatures around you? When I came into cinema, I was a hot headed, firebrand woman out to change the world. Twenty five years later, I am in a nice place. I have nothing to hide.
