Twins Jinil Rexa and Jivin Rexa on finding their space in Malayalam cinema as actors
Twins Jinil and Jivin Rexa are making their mark in Malayalam cinema with their roles in the films 'Bharathanatyam' and 'Mohiniyattam'. Their identical appearance has become a key element in their performances, allowing them to play characters that are half-siblings. Despite starting their acting careers later in life, they are eager to seize opportunities in the industry and explore diverse roles.
- ▪Jinil and Jivin Rexa are identical twins who have gained recognition in Malayalam cinema.
- ▪They play key roles in the films 'Bharathanatyam' and its prequel 'Mohiniyattam'.
- ▪The twins initially worked as junior artists before landing full-length roles in 'Bharathanatyam'.
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Jinil Rexa and Jivin Rexa are so identical that it is difficult to tell them apart. “Interestingly, people now try to distinguish between us based on the roles we played,” says Jinil, referring to the characters they essayed in the blockbuster dark comedy, Mohiniyattam. He adds, “However, we don’t reveal who is who to anyone!” ‘Mohiniyattam’ movie review: A rationalist bent to its dark humour makes this better than the originalThe Kochi-based twins play Arun Ghosh (Jinil) and Ajay Ghosh (Jivin), half siblings in the movie and its prequel, Bharatanatyam (2024).Their resemblance is a crucial plot point in Bharathanatyam, a family drama which revolves around Bharathan Nair (Sai Kumar), whose life unravels, as a secret family comes to light.
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