Anupama Parameswaran on Crazy Kalyanam

 Anupama Parameswaran on Crazy Kalyanam, Breaking Wedding Norms, and Keeping Her Roles Unpredictable

With the festive Dasara weekend setting the stage for big-screen releases, heroine Anupama Parameswaran is gearing up to charm audiences with Crazy Kalyanam. Directed by Badhrappa Gajula and produced by Boosam Jagan Mohan Reddy under Arrow Cinemas, the family entertainer also stars Dr. Naresh Vijaya Krishna, Tharun Bhascker, and Akhil Uddemari.

In a candid conversation, Anupama opens up about the story behind the movie's quirky title, picking up the Telangana dialect on set, working with a dynamic ensemble, and why her character Keerthi stands for true partnership in marriage.

Q: Crazy Kalyanam sounds like an absolute blast. How did the film earn that title?

Anupama Parameswaran: We actually started out with a completely different working title! But as filming progressed, every single day on set felt wildly unpredictable and fun. Once Naresh garu, Tharun Bhascker, and Akhil joined the cast, the energy amplified tenfold. That is when our director, Badhrappa, realized nothing described the story better than Crazy Kalyanam. It’s packed with heartfelt emotion and genuine laughs. I’ve thrown myself completely into promotions because when you genuinely love a film, talking about it comes naturally. Our producer, Jagan Mohan Reddy garu, has put everything into ensuring it reaches audiences in the best way possible.

Q: The central theme revolves around marriage. What was your takeaway from this wedding backdrop?

Anupama: To find out if my character actually gets married, you’ll have to watch the film! Personally, my family has never put pressure on me regarding marriagethey’ve always told me to take that step whenever I feel ready. On a lighter note, I've always felt I'd love to have a baby before getting married.

Culturally, shooting this was an eye-opener. Coming from Kerala, our traditional weddings are strictly vegetarian, and historically we only had the engagement and wedding ceremoniesthough haldi and mehendi are catching on now. Experiencing the vibrancy, food, and rituals of a Telangana wedding through this shoot was refreshing.

Q: What convinced you to come on board when director Badhrappa Gajula first pitched the story?

Anupama: Badhrappa’s sincerity and conviction won me over instantly. During his narration, I found myself bursting into laughter one moment and feeling deeply emotional the next. He walked me through the entire script, right down to the nuances of every character.

What makes the humor work is that every character is wrestling with their own genuine struggles. What feels like a crisis to them ends up looking hilarious to the audience because it unfolds naturally. Tharun Bhascker plays Balaraju, a character so grounded and funny that everyone will recognize someone like him in real life. In fact, our director and producer share quite a bit of Balaraju’s eccentric energy!

Q: Your line from the trailer“If I cook, you should wash the dishes”has sparked conversations. How would you describe Keerthi?

Anupama: Keerthi believes marriage is an equal partnership between two individuals meant to build a happy life together, not an arrangement where a woman is reduced to a domestic worker. That perspective aligns closely with my personal views as well.

Keerthi is strong-willed and disciplined, whereas Uday, played by Akhil, balances her out with steady support. Akhil brought incredible honesty to the role. There is an authentic spark in his eyes, and his emotions never look staged. That balance between them forms the heart and conflict of the narrative.

Q: How was the collaborative atmosphere on set, especially adapting to the Telangana dialect?

Anupama: There are films where you simply deliver your lines and leave, but Crazy Kalyanam was a truly collaborative space. Badhrappa gave us room to share thoughts, and Naresh garu, Akhil, Tharun, and I spent a lot of time discussing scenes to sharpen the comedic timing.

For the Telangana dialect, I didn't attend formal workshops. Instead, I carefully observed Badhrappa’s speech patterns and inflections during conversations, picking up the flow directly from him.

Q: What was it like sharing screen space with a veteran like Dr. Naresh Vijaya Krishna?

Anupama: Working with Naresh garu is an education in itself. His infectious energy and passion for cinema after so many years in the industry are deeply inspiring.

We know we’ve put together a solid, heartfelt film. My parents watched it recently, and even without understanding Telugu, they connected with the core emotional beats. It has that relatable warmthaudiences will feel like they are watching dynamics from their own living rooms.

Q: Looking ahead, what guides your choices as an actor today?

Anupama: Versatility is what keeps me going. I never want my filmography to feel repetitive or predictable; I want audiences to identify the film by the distinct identity of the character I played. I don't sign projects just for the sake of making money it has to be driven by the passion to explore something fresh. Keerthi is a character that will leave a mark, and my upcoming projects across Tamil and Malayalam continue that attempt to venture into contrasting spaces.