As the festive season of

unfolds, it is a time when people across India celebrate the divine feminine energy and seek blessings from the

Durga. In the world of entertainment, actress

has gained recognition for her exceptional ability to portray goddesses on-screen with grace and authenticity. In this

article, we explore her journey of embodying divinity and the profound impact it has had on her life and career. In a recent interview, she shared her experiences and feelings about her journey in such roles, drawing inspiration from veteran actress

.

"I grew up watching Ramya Krishnan playing the character of '

' in many of her movies," Prathama Prasad stated. "I was inspired by Ramya Krishnan when it comes to portraying such divine roles. Apart from that, I have always been fascinated by getting decked in different avatars."

A Blessing to Portray Goddesses

Prathama Prasad went on to express her gratitude and enthusiasm for receiving the opportunity to portray goddesses in various productions. "It's a bliss, and I feel lucky to have received the role of the goddess so far," she shared. However, she acknowledged that she had initial reservations about taking on these roles due to concerns about being typecast. "Initially, I was a bit skeptical about essaying such roles. The reason being, viewers would get to see me only as a goddess in a particular serial and not as Prathama Prasad."

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A Spiritual Approach

The actress revealed her personal approach to preparing for these divine roles. "I try to have control over my energy level when it comes to portraying the Devi avatar. I meditate a lot and recite Devi shlokas before stepping into the character of the goddess," she explained. Prathama Prasad also emphasized her commitment to a spiritual life off-screen, frequently visiting temples and offering prayers.

Unforeseen Worship

One of the most remarkable aspects of Prathama Prasad's journey is the real-life impact her on-screen portrayal has had. She recounted instances when people mistook her for an actual goddess during her shoots. "There are many instances where I have come across people seeking my blessings when I am in my Devi costume during the shoot," she shared. "No matter how much I try to make them understand that I am only an artist, the immediate response I receive from them is that they respect the character I portray."

She recalled a specific incident: "I still remember this happened when I was shooting for one of my devotional shows. I was in the attire of a goddess during an outdoor schedule. An elderly man thought I was a real goddess and tried to seek blessings from me. He sought my blessings seeing me in the goddess' costume during the shoot. It was one of those unimaginable moments for me. I had to literally make him understand that I am an artist who is dressed up as a goddess."

An Encouragement to Explore

Concluding the interview, Prathama Prasad shared that these unique encounters have acted as a significant motivator for her. "Experiencing these incidents as an artist, it was a very big boost for me. It was more like an encouragement to explore more about my on-screen character and do justice to it," she concluded.

Prathama Prasad's dedication to her craft and her spiritual approach to her roles have made her a beloved actress in the industry. Her experiences offer a fascinating glimpse into the blurred lines between on-screen and off-screen devotion and respect.

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