‘Scene’ actress Nazriya Nazim has spoken about her return to Tamil cinema after 12 years, calling the experience a memorable one. At the promotional event of her upcoming film ‘Scene’, she thanked Tamil audiences for continuing to shower her with affection despite her long absence from the industry. She also described sharing screen space with Suriya as a dream come true.Nazriya said the film became even more special because most of its cast and crew members are Malayalis. She expressed gratitude to director Jithu Madhavan and the entire team for making her journey on the project enjoyable. The event also had a humorous moment when the host compared Nazriya and her husband, Fahadh Faasil, with Tamil cinema’s celebrated couple Suriya and Jyotika.
Nazriya Nazim expresses gratitude to Tamil audiences
Addressing the audience, Nazriya said the huge turnout had left her overwhelmed. She recalled that Chennai had always remained special to her, even during the years she stayed away from Tamil films. The continued affection she received from the city’s audiences made her visits memorable.“Seeing such a huge crowd has left my mind completely blank. Thank you so much, everyone. Even during the time when I wasn’t doing Tamil films, I always loved coming back to Chennai. That’s because the love and support have always been here. Thank you so, so much,” she said, as quoted by Manorama Online.She then began acknowledging the people who contributed to the film, thanking the cast, crew and director for bringing her on board. Nazriya also expressed hope that the project would be the start of a rewarding journey for the filmmaker.
Working with Suriya was a long-cherished dream
Nazriya revealed that Suriya’s involvement was the biggest reason she agreed to return to Tamil cinema. She said she had missed out on similar opportunities in the past, making this collaboration particularly meaningful.“The reason I agreed to return to Tamil cinema after 12 years was that this was a Suriya sir film. Honestly, it is a dream come true. I had missed out on opportunities once or twice earlier for various reasons. I am very happy that this is finally the first film bringing the two of us together,” she said.The actress also spoke about the strong Malayali presence behind the project. She said working on a Tamil film with people from her home state made her return even more satisfying.
Nazriya Nazim thanks Jithu Madhavan and the crew
Nazriya credited Jithu Madhavan for giving her the opportunity to play Maya. She said she would always take pride in being the first heroine in a Jithu Madhavan film. She also expressed her appreciation for the assistant directors, praising their passion for cinema.The actress recalled how the team made her feel comfortable throughout the shoot. She said they went beyond their professional responsibilities by taking care of her, preparing food and cheering her on during the journey.Nazriya also thanked cinematographer Vineeth, who had known her since childhood, for presenting her differently in the film. She acknowledged editor Ajmal for helping the actors look their best, along with the artists and technicians who contributed to the film’s visual atmosphere. She also mentioned still photographer Rohit and thanked Anand and Rajalakshmi.
Nazriya Nazim’s witty response to Fahadh Faasil comparison
The promotional event also featured a humorous exchange involving Nazriya and Fahadh Faasil. The host compared the couple with Suriya and Jyotika, describing them as popular on-screen and off-screen pairs in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. The host then asked Nazriya about the harmony between the two couples.Nazriya responded with a laugh, saying, “Fahadh should hear this. They are calling it harmony.”She later explained what she believed connected the couples, pointing to their affection and professional commitment.“I think the similarities between the two couples are mutual respect, love and dedication towards their work. What I consider most important is the mutual respect,” she said.
‘Scene’ marks Nazriya’s return to Tamil cinema
Written and directed by Jithu Madhavan, ‘Scene’ is an upcoming Tamil action-comedy featuring Suriya as DSP Inbaraj, Nazriya Nazim as Maya and Naslen as Eeswaran. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on November 6, 2026, coinciding with the Diwali festive season.
