Rashmika Mandanna Wins Hearts

"Rashmika Mandanna Wins Hearts: Nagarjuna and Chiranjeevi Call Her Their Crush and Hail Her as the Next Sridevi"

At the recent success celebration of the Telugu film Kuberaa in Hyderabad, veteran actors Nagarjuna Akkineni and Chiranjeevi showered co-star Rashmika Mandanna with praise, affectionately referring to her as their "crush." Nagarjuna likened Rashmika's performance to that of the legendary Sridevi in Kshana Kshanam, stating, "Watching Rashmika on screen made me think of Sridevi Garu from Kshana Kshanam. Really, so many frames and so well." Chiranjeevi echoed this sentiment, adding, "In addition to being your crush, Rashmika is also my crush."

Rashmika Mandanna's portrayal of Sameera in Kuberaa has garnered widespread acclaim. Nagarjuna highlighted her talent, calling her a "powerhouse of talent" and noting her impressive filmography over the past three years. He remarked, "None of us are 2000–3000 crore actors, guys. This is the one. This is the one who beat all of us!" 

Directed by Sekhar Kammula, Kuberaa features a stellar cast including Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, and Dalip Tahil. The film narrates the story of a beggar entangled in a larger conspiracy after trusting a former CBI officer working for a corrupt CEO. Released on June 20, 2025, Kuberaa has achieved significant box office success, crossing the ₹50 crore mark within two days. 

Rashmika's heartfelt response to the accolades was evident as she expressed her joy on social media, stating, "This is everything I work for." 

The camaraderie and mutual admiration among the cast members have not only contributed to the film's success but have also resonated with audiences, highlighting the collaborative spirit of Kuberaa.