RJ Vaishnavi talks with director La. Rajkumar, the filmmaker behind Pettaikaali, Annanukku Jai, and Jallikattu. The discussion goes beyond films and into the qualities every new director should carry—especially the art of not judging by appearances. Just like a book isn’t defined by its cover, or a video by its thumbnail, cinema too has deeper stories waiting to be discovered.
🎭 The Power of Saying NO and Choosing the Right Opportunity 🎭
In the movie The Pursuit of Happyness, there’s a powerful moment when Chris Gardner chooses not to give up on his dream internship. That single decision — saying NO to “playing it safe” — changes his entire life.
I had my own version of that moment back in 2019.
As the Class Representative, I was expected to compulsorily participate in the March Past. At the very same time, my Tamil Department invited me to act in the stage play Mahavatar Narsimha – Bhakta Prahlada.
I couldn’t do both. I had to choose.
That day, I said a clear NO to the March Past. It wasn’t an easy decision, but it turned out to be the right one. Because sometimes, a correct NO at the right time is far more powerful than a reluctant yes.
My teacher first offered me the role of a Guru — something I was comfortable with. But deep down, I wanted to challenge myself. I chose instead to play Naradar (Narayana! Narayana!), a role completely outside my comfort zone.
The rehearsals were intense, the bonding with my teammates unforgettable, and the final performance a huge success. When I transformed from “Class Representative Vaishnavi” to “Naradar Vaishnavi,” the applause and appreciation I received still echo in my memory. From that day, my seniors fondly called me “SDNBVC Naradar.”
Looking back, I realized that by saying NO to one opportunity, I had opened the door to another that shaped me in a more meaningful way. It taught me that choices define us — and stepping out of our comfort zone often brings the most rewarding experiences.
✨ “Life is a matter of choices, and every choice you make makes you.” – John C. Maxwell
Even today, whether in academics, career, or leadership, I carry this lesson with me. Saying NO is not rejection — it is redirection. And sometimes, it leads you exactly where you’re meant to be.
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