India, Oct. 18 -- Adinath Kothare is on a roll this year. Ahead of the much-anticipated release of Ramayana next month (where he plays Bharath), he is back on screen as a lead opposite Yami Gautam in Nayyi Navelli. The mythological fantasy thriller has opened in theatres to positive reviews for the Marathi star, who has been working in the industry since he was a child. Apart from being an actor, he is also a director and producer.

Right after the release of Nayyi Navelli, HT caught up with Adinath for an exclusive chat where he opened up about the film's reception and why he said yes to the part in the first place.

The actor has read the comments and praise for his work in the film, in which he is paired opposite Yami Gautam. He plays ...