Six years ago, Naveen Shankar embarked on his journey to pursue his dream of becoming an actor. Reflecting on his slow yet deliberate progress, he emphasizes the importance of filling his path with meaningful experiences and projects that he takes pride in. Recently recognized for his exceptional performance in "Dharani Mandala Madhyadolage," Naveen looks forward to his upcoming film projects, including one alongside Kannada actor Shivarajkumar, which he believes will resonate with viewers. Expressing his commitment to not disappoint his audience, Naveen values the recognition and love he has received, acknowledging that filmmaking is a collaborative effort. Emphasizing the significance of selecting roles that leave a positive impact on audiences, he stresses the importance of quality over quantity in the film industry. Inspired by the success of the Malayalam film industry, Naveen aims to create content that transcends borders and resonates with global audiences while staying true to his roots in Kannada cinema.In his discussion with Shivarajkumar, Naveen expressed his criteria for choosing a film: either the storyline should be captivating or the character he portrays must be strong. This particular opportunity provided a winning combination of both aspects, along with the chance to collaborate with Shivarajkumar. Naveen appreciates how stars like Shivarajkumar and Dhananjaya value their fellow actors on set. He eagerly anticipates playing a character that is cold, subtle, intelligent, and brutal, highlighting his admiration for the strategic mindset of the role. Naveen mentions that he spent the past year listening to numerous scripts, taking a break from acting to focus on unlearning, learning, and upgrading his skills. Despite this pause resulting in no income, he stayed committed to his growth, even taking out a loan to attend a workshop. Naveen explains that he resisted the temptation to accept any project that came his way during this time, being mindful of the influence he has on his audience. With new films on the horizon, he is excited to start fresh on screen and discover the extent of his acting abilities. Apart from the project with Shivarajkumar, Naveen has confirmed his participation in another film with director Janardhan, marking their reunion after working together on Gultoo.