The actress had gone on a signing spree right after her Miss Telangana win, but the COVID-19 pandemic brought things to a standstill. With her pending films in limbo and future projects uncertain, Kamakshi decided to venture into directing.
The actress, who has appeared in films like Maa Uri Polymera and Qubool Hai, feels that there are not enough opportunities for Telugu women in Tollywood. ''I believe that the film industry should start choosing Telugu girls for Telugu roles. Of course, talent should overtake everything else, but I think the audience will be able to connect with the characters better when they see a familiar face on screen. Why are you casting an actor from another region when you are writing a story about Telugu people?" He asked.
The actress is sure that she will continue her passion and work in the entertainment industry even though there are setbacks along the way. She says while directing is not the same as acting, Kamakshi feels she has adapted to the new medium early. Kamakshi wants to combine her love for acting with directing and says the advent of OTT has changed things for actors. An avid reader, Kamakshi says her love of reading books inspired her to try her hand at directing.
Motion poster of Prabhas' character from the movie "Radhe Shyam" released
