Every once in a while an actress emerges with a charm and screen presence that captivates audiences across regions. One such talent is Rashmika Mandanna whose journey from Kannada cinema to Bollywood and Telugu blockbusters has been nothing short of remarkable. With her natural acting infectious energy and versatility Rashmika has quickly become one of India’s most beloved actresses. The beginning of Rashmika Mandanna Rashmika made her acting debut in 2016 with Kirik Party directed by Rishab Shetty who is also recognized for his role in Kantara. The film was a phenomenal success becoming one of the highest-grossing films in Kannada cinema at the time. Her performance earned her the Best Debut Actress (Kannada) award at the 6th SIIMA Awards cementing her place as a rising star in the industry. This early recognition laid the foundation for her transition into larger markets including Telugu and Hindi cinema. Rashmika Mandannas Pan-Indian Success Rashmika Mandanna became a pan-Indian star with Pushpa 2: The Rule alongside Allu Arjun which grossed over Rs 1800 crore worldwide becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of 2024. In Bollywood she shone in Animal (2023) with Ranbir Kapoor earning a global gross of Rs 917.82 crore and a Hindi net of Rs 505 crore. She also starred in Vicky Kaushal’s Chhaava (2025) a historical epic that grossed over Rs 800 crore worldwide and became the highest-grossing film in Maharashtra showcasing her versatility across languages and genres. Upcoming Wedding with Vijay Deverakonda While Rashmika Mandanna has conquered the film industry her personal life is equally exciting. She is reportedly engaged to Telugu superstar Vijay Deverakonda with their wedding planned for February 26 2026 in Udaipur Rajasthan. The couple who have been romantically linked for years after starring together in films like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade reportedly had a private engagement ceremony in Hyderabad in October 2025. More about Rashmika Mandanna Rashmika continues to showcase her acting prowess with The Girlfriend (2025) a Telugu romantic drama directed by Rahul Ravindran. Released in theaters on November 7 2025 the film has been well-received by both audiences and critics. Many have called Rashmika’s performance one of her “career best”. The film has performed steadily at the box office crossing Rs 11 crore in its first week reflecting her continued ability to draw audiences and deliver consistent hits. Story Highlights Rashmika Mandanna debuted in Kannada cinema with Kirik Party (2016) winning Best Debut Actress at the SIIMA Awards. She starred in Pushpa 2 Animal and Chhaava all major box office successes. Rashmika is reportedly engaged to Vijay Deverakonda with their wedding planned for February 26 2026 in Udaipur. Her latest film The Girlfriend has received praise as one of her finest performances. Rashmika Mandanna’s journey from her Kannada debut in Kirik Party to pan-Indian blockbusters like Pushpa 2 Animal and Chhaava demonstrates her immense talent and versatility.