Nithya Menen had once opened up on how she managed to be herself and not fit into the stereotypical mould of how actresses are expected to look. Nithya also spoke about how she is recognised today ...

Many were hopeful last year that Sai Pallavi would bag a National Award for Gargi that eventually went to Nithya Menen for Thiruchitrambalam ... she wanted to wear the saree gifted by her grandmother.