<p>Kodagu is known for its distinct culture. While the Kodava men are considered brave, the women are known for their beauty. <br /> <br /></p>.<p>Hailing from one of the quaint and distinct towns of Kodagu is actress Harshika Poonacha who has made a name for herself in the Sandalwood industry. <br /><br />An engineer by qualification, she has a number of successful Kannada and Telugu films to her credit. <br /><br />She is presently working in three Kannada projects and has completed shooting for her soon-to-be-released Telugu film ‘Appudala Ippudila’.<br /><br />Excited about all her upcoming projects, the actress talks about her experience of shooting for the untitled Kannada film directed by veteran Sunil Kumar Desai. <br /><br />“This is one of my dream projects as I am working with some of the most experienced people in the industry,” she says.<br /><br />“It is more of a learning experience. It feels like I am back in school as I am getting to learn a great deal about acting — from emoting to dialogue delivery,” says Harshika. <br />She is cast opposite Ramesh Aravind in the movie, that also sees an appearance by veteran actor Ananth Nag. <br /><br />The overwhelmed actress adds, “There is a sense of satisfaction on the sets while shooting. This is the comeback movie of Sunil sir. He is one of the best directors and has given a break to many actors in the industry. It is a wonderful team and it is definitely rewarding to work with such talented people.”<br /><br />The actress feels that this movie will always be special to her. <br /><br />She says, “Most of the times, it is me who gives acting tips to others while shooting. But in this movie, I felt like a newcomer learning lessons from all the skilled actors.” <br />Harshika has completed the shoot for her Telugu film ‘Appudala Ippudila’, which is a romantic comedy. She plays an introverted rich girl who has many secrets. <br /><br /> “The movie is cute and funny. Veteran actor Naresh sir, who was a superstar in the 80s, plays my father in the film. It is very comical and it is my father who helps the hero get close to me,” she says. <br /><br /> “I am known to be very talkative. But my role in the movie is a little different from who I am. In the movie, I am the girl-next-door who is simple and keeps a lot of secrets,” she adds. <br /><br />She has also signed two Kannada movies and is waiting to finalise her dates.<br /><br />“I will be working again with the ‘B3’ movie crew for another movie. I am yet to finalise the dates as I am busy with the reality show — ‘Dancing Star 2’,” she explains.<br /><br />Having acted in Tulu, Kodava and Konkani movies too, she says, “I can speak in all South Indian languages and hence, language has never been a barrier for me,” she says. <br /><br />Ask her about the reality behind the screens and she explains that the industry<br />is not just about glamour as they go through a lot of mental and physical stress. <br /><br />She however sums up, “I always see the best part and I love my profession. Being <br />an actress is an amazing feeling and you are treated like a princess, which I love.”<br /></p>
<p>Kodagu is known for its distinct culture. While the Kodava men are considered brave, the women are known for their beauty. <br /> <br /></p>.<p>Hailing from one of the quaint and distinct towns of Kodagu is actress Harshika Poonacha who has made a name for herself in the Sandalwood industry. <br /><br />An engineer by qualification, she has a number of successful Kannada and Telugu films to her credit. <br /><br />She is presently working in three Kannada projects and has completed shooting for her soon-to-be-released Telugu film ‘Appudala Ippudila’.<br /><br />Excited about all her upcoming projects, the actress talks about her experience of shooting for the untitled Kannada film directed by veteran Sunil Kumar Desai. <br /><br />“This is one of my dream projects as I am working with some of the most experienced people in the industry,” she says.<br /><br />“It is more of a learning experience. It feels like I am back in school as I am getting to learn a great deal about acting — from emoting to dialogue delivery,” says Harshika. <br />She is cast opposite Ramesh Aravind in the movie, that also sees an appearance by veteran actor Ananth Nag. <br /><br />The overwhelmed actress adds, “There is a sense of satisfaction on the sets while shooting. This is the comeback movie of Sunil sir. He is one of the best directors and has given a break to many actors in the industry. It is a wonderful team and it is definitely rewarding to work with such talented people.”<br /><br />The actress feels that this movie will always be special to her. <br /><br />She says, “Most of the times, it is me who gives acting tips to others while shooting. But in this movie, I felt like a newcomer learning lessons from all the skilled actors.” <br />Harshika has completed the shoot for her Telugu film ‘Appudala Ippudila’, which is a romantic comedy. She plays an introverted rich girl who has many secrets. <br /><br /> “The movie is cute and funny. Veteran actor Naresh sir, who was a superstar in the 80s, plays my father in the film. It is very comical and it is my father who helps the hero get close to me,” she says. <br /><br /> “I am known to be very talkative. But my role in the movie is a little different from who I am. In the movie, I am the girl-next-door who is simple and keeps a lot of secrets,” she adds. <br /><br />She has also signed two Kannada movies and is waiting to finalise her dates.<br /><br />“I will be working again with the ‘B3’ movie crew for another movie. I am yet to finalise the dates as I am busy with the reality show — ‘Dancing Star 2’,” she explains.<br /><br />Having acted in Tulu, Kodava and Konkani movies too, she says, “I can speak in all South Indian languages and hence, language has never been a barrier for me,” she says. <br /><br />Ask her about the reality behind the screens and she explains that the industry<br />is not just about glamour as they go through a lot of mental and physical stress. <br /><br />She however sums up, “I always see the best part and I love my profession. Being <br />an actress is an amazing feeling and you are treated like a princess, which I love.”<br /></p>
