Charmi turns sex worker for 'Prema Oka Maikam'


After Shriya and Anuskha essaying the role of a sex worker, it’s now Charmee’s turn. Actress Charmi, who is desperate for roles these days will be soon seen as a sex worker in a Telugu film titled Prema Oka Maikam to be directed by Chandu who is known for his movies 'Tenth Class' and 'Notebook'. And for the first time in her career, Charmi will be essaying the role of a call girl in this film.

Confirming the news, Charmi said: "Although I essay the role of a high-profile sex worker, the film will not have any sleazy scenes as it’s on a different and aesthetic scale.” She said that she accepted the role as it was a love story and not a down market B-grade film.

"Actually, it’s a touching love story between a blind singer and a call girl and how she supports and guides him to success. The love story will showcase my brighter side and I’ll interpret the role in my own way to raise the bar on such roles” she added.

Director Chandu told media persons that popular actresses like Savitri, Jayasudha, Sridevi, Jayaprada, Anushka and Kareena Kapoor have played sex worker and succeeded. We are taking a lot of care in the characterisation of this role for Charmi, he said.

"Prema Oka Maikam" has Rahul of Happy Days fame as male lead and will be in the backdrop of Hyderabad. D Venkat Suresh and K Surya Sreekanth will produce this untitled film