As Rashmika Mandanna celebrated her birthday on April 5, the team behind Pushpa: The Rule unveiled a fresh poster featuring her for the eagerly awaited film. Following its release, fans drew comparisons between her image and Mahesh Babu’s from Guntur Kaaram. Rashmika’s response to the comparisons added a twist to the ongoing discussion.
The newest glimpse from Pushpa showcases Rashmika adorned in a traditional pattu saree, accentuated by gleaming gold ornaments, her hair elegantly swept back. With a captivating gaze peeking through her fingers, the actor exudes an aura of intensity, adding a layer of intrigue to her character.
On X, a group of fans creatively merged Rashmika’s intense still from Pushpa with Mahesh Babu’s more jovial expression in Guntur Kaaram, crafting a unique collage. Despite the contrasting tones, Rashmika expressed her appreciation for the collage when a fan tagged her in it, extending birthday wishes “on behalf of all Mahesh fans,” earning her a heartfelt response: “Ooooo.. niceeee.. I like this collage.”
Wishing @iamRashmika a very happy birthday on behalf of superstar @urstrulyMahesh fans🥳 #HappyBirthdayRashmika #MaheshBabu | #RashmikaMandanna #GunturKaaram | #Pushpa2TheRule pic.twitter.com/hYNioR8sXJ
— VardhanDHFM (@_VardhanDHFM_) April 5, 2024
Since stepping into Tollywood with Chalo, Rashmika has left an indelible mark with her roles in Geetha Govindam, Devadas, and Dear Comrade. However, it was her captivating performance in Sarileru Neekevvaru, directed by Anil Ravipudi and featuring Mahesh Babu, that catapulted her to mainstream fame. Despite facing criticism for her character’s perceived frivolity, the film acted as a gateway to exciting opportunities, paving the path for her to star in upcoming ventures like Pushpa: The Rise.
Besides Pushpa: The Rule, Rashmika’s upcoming slate includes an array of diverse projects. She is set to captivate audiences in the Telugu film The Girlfriend, helmed by Rahul Ravindran, as well as the bilingual venture Rainbow, under the direction of Shantharuban. Additionally, she is poised to make her mark in Hindi cinema with the film Chaava, a promising project under the direction of Yesubai Bhonsale.