Jude Anthany Joseph, director of the film “Thudakkam,” discusses Vismaya Mohanlal’s acting in her debut role. In interviews, he says he did not attempt to formally train or teach her acting. Instead, he describes providing support when she appeared unsure about specific emotions or scenes. The director characterizes his approach as guidance during moments of confusion rather than instruction meant to change her performance style. Both accounts emphasize that Vismaya’s work is seen as inherently strong, with the director expressing confidence in her ability as an actor. The comments present a picture of a debut shaped by on-set collaboration, where the director focuses on clarifying interpretation and helping the performer navigate emotional beats and scene requirements. The reports are aligned in attributing the director’s method to responsive coaching rather than structured acting lessons.