The movie Sookshmadarshini marks the first collaboration between Basil Joseph and Nazriya Nazim. However, during the film’s promotions, Nazriya has been at the center of heavy criticism. While previous interviews with Tovino and Dhyan Sreenivasan didn’t draw such negativity, Basil’s interviews alongside Nazriya have been met with a wave of backlash.
Nazriya’s behavior during the promotions has been described as overly animated and, at times, unnecessary. Comments suggest that her attempts to appear cute and lively have made the interviews feel forced and unappealing. Many pointed out moments when Basil’s facial expressions seemed to reflect discomfort.
Fans of Basil, who usually appreciate his promotional appearances, found this one disappointing. YouTuber and former Bigg Boss contestant Sai Krishna weighed in, calling Nazriya’s conduct “unbearable” and “artificial,” accusing her of overdramatizing her responses.
The dynamic between Nazriya and Basil, labeled as a “cute combo” by some, has been sarcastically dubbed “chutney combo” by others, implying their interactions felt overly sugary and cringeworthy. Viewers who tuned in to hear about the movie found the interviews filled with unnecessary antics rather than meaningful content.
Nazriya often interrupted or spoke over others, which viewers felt showed a lack of mutual respect. Some speculated that her behavior might be an attempt to project a no-attitude, down-to-earth image, but it came across as artificial.
While the friendship and bond between the two actors were evident, their on-screen chemistry during promotions failed to resonate with the audience. Basil, known for his subtle and composed nature, seemed overshadowed, leaving fans disappointed.
This wave of criticism highlights how promotional strategies can sometimes backfire, making the promotional journey for Sookshmadarshini an unexpectedly challenging one for the cast.
