Don’t see myself as a romantic hero: R Madhavan

The actor talks about his latest film, ageing on screen, and navigating loneliness

‘It’s been a rollercoaster ride’

Indian cinema plays a big part in helping Indians imagine themselves as an entity bound together with a common culture. Though themes and tastes have changed, there is no doubt that our films are larger than life and aspirational, showing us what we want to be rather than who we really are