Rashmika Mandanna's Journey: From 'National Crush' to Silver Screen Maverick

Rashmika Mandanna, known as a 'national crush', discusses her artistic journey. She values audience love over labels and has emerged as a major star with successful films in various languages. Her latest role as Maharani Yesubai in 'Chhaava' highlights her dedication to portraying impactful historical characters.

Rashmika Mandanna, popularly acknowledged by her fans as the 'national crush', insists that such labels don't define her artistic career. At just 28, Mandanna has carved a niche in the Indian film industry, gaining a substantial fan-following from successful movies like 'Geetha Govindam', 'Pushpa', and 'Sita Ramam'.

Emphasizing her focus on the audience, Mandanna expressed that fan love and ticket sales on opening nights are what truly matter to her. After debuting with 'Kirik Party', she overcame initial doubts and now boasts a filmography of 24 films, highlighting how she cherishes her connection with her audience.

Her role in 'Chhaava' as Maharani Yesubai alongside Vicky Kaushal was a significant opportunity. The film explores the impactful but often overlooked stories of historical figures like Sambhaji Maharaj and Yesubai, with Mandanna deeply immersing herself into the character. 'Chhaava' is set to captivate audiences with its narration of unsung heroes.