Siddharth Gupta, a decade-long veteran of the entertainment industry, found his breakthrough with Krishnavataram Part 1: The Heart, where he portrayed Krishna to widespread acclaim.
Instead of relying on film or TV adaptations, Gupta immersed himself in the Bhagavad Gita to prepare for the role, reading for two hours before sleeping and after waking up.
He shares, 'It's not propagating anything, it's more about a way of life. Even if you see Matrix the movie, it’s maya, it's completely taken out of Gita. It shows you the power of human brain which we have not tapped into yet.'
Gupta explains that Neo's journey in Matrix parallels the teachings of the Gita, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's decisions.
As he delved deeper into the character, Gupta's lifestyle underwent significant changes, from adopting sattvik food habits to altering his sleeping patterns and communication style.
Though it took him time to readjust to his normal life after the film, Gupta reveals that he doesn't mind retaining some aspects of Krishna's persona.
The actor will reprise his role as Krishna in the second installment of the Krishnavataram trilogy in 2027.
