5 Rashmika Mandanna Bollywood movies that make her everyone's favorite; Animal to Chhaava
The impact of this beauty in Hindi cinema has been such that she went on to receive the tag of 'National Crush' once, following her PAN India approach. If you're also a die-hard fan of the actress, here are the movies that you can't miss.
1. Mission Majnu (2023)
Rashmika Mandanna 's debut film was Mission Majnu, co-starring Sidharth Malhotra. However, due to delayed production and release, her second film, Goodbye, was released earlier. Directed by Shantanu Bagchi, the film, set in the '70s, narrates the story of Amandeep Ajitpal Singh disguised as Tariq (Sidharth), who goes on a mission in Pakistan to expose a nuclear weapons program.
Mandanna plays the role of Nasreen, his lady love, who has no clue about the mission. Despite limited screen space, the actress keeps the audience hooked every time she appears on-screen with her performance of a visually challenged girl. The spy thriller was released on Netflix.
Additionally, Kumud Mishra, Sharib Hashmi, Avijit Dutt, Parmeet Sethi, Shishir Sharma and more in the key roles.
2. Goodbye (2022)
Vikas Bahl's directorial Goodbye follows the story of a family after Neena Gupta 's Gayatri passes away, and her husband, Amitabh Bachchan's Haris, and kids come to terms differently.
In the film, Rashmika plays the role of a free-spirited and liberated lawyer, Tara. Her rebellious behavior towards her family is what sets the tone of the film. She brings freshness with her appearance alongside the likes of Pavail Gulati, Sahil Mehta, Elli Avram, Ashish Vidyarthi and, Abhishekh Khan.
3. Animal (2023)
Animal is a power-packed musical delight that smashed box-office records by becoming the 1st Indian A-rated film to mint Rs 885 crores worldwide at the box office. The action drama focuses on a father-son relationship played by Ranbir Kapoor (Ranvijay Singh) and Anil Kapoor, respectively. Directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, the film showed the Thama actress in the role of Geetanjali, the wife of Ranvijay.
Despite the movie focusing on the bond of father-son, it wouldn't be wrong to say that Geetanjali's character brings stability and calmness to the chaos in the plot. She is a practical and neutral woman who has some of the cherished songs picturized on her.
4. Chhaava (2025)
Next one on the list is another blockbuster to her credit, Chhaava. The period-drama released earlier this year was based on the life of Chhatrapti Sambhaji Maharaj; directed by Laxman Utekar. It showed Mandanna in the role of Maharani Yesubai Bhonsale – the powerful female force that encouraged Sambhaji Maharaj to battle fiercely against his enemies.
The film also featured Akshaye Khanna, Ashutosh Rana, Viineet Kumar Siingh, Diana Penty, Divya Dutta, and more in the key roles. Mounted on a big scale under the production of Maddock Films, Chhaava brought a historic success with its global theatrical run at Rs 783 crore gross worldwide.
5. Sikandar (2025)
Last but not least is Rashmika Mandanna's Sikandar with none other than Salman Khan. Despite much anticipation, the AR Murugadoss directorial, backed by Sajid Nadiadwala, received a lukewarm response at the box office. Considering it to be one of the biggest films of Bollywood, it wrapped its global theatrical run at just Rs 177 crore gross.
Sikandar is based on Rajkot's 'Raja ji' Sanjay Rajkot, played by Salman Khan, who is lovingly known by his titular name. Things take a twisted turn after a corrupt minister and his spoiled son get entangled with Sikandar, and what follows further is for you to watch.
Rashmika plays the role of Sikandar's wife, Saishri who acts as his rock by protecting him from danger without his knowledge.
The movie also featured Sathyraj, Prateik Babbar, Kajal Aggarwal, Anjini Dhawan, and Sharman Joshi in the key roles.
On the professional front, Rashmika is all set to enter Dinesh Vijan's Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe. She will be soon sharing screen with Ayushmann Khurrana in Thama. It will be directed by Munjya fame Aditya Sarpotdar and also features Paresh Rawal, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui in important roles.
Written by Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, and Arun Fulara, and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik, Thama is slated for a grand Diwali 2025 release. The movie announcement was made last year in October. The vampire love story is set to clash with Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela's musical-drama.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Time of India
'I've never loved and hated a waiter so much': Jason Kelce jokes about Travis' Happy Gilmore 2 role in post with their dad
Instagram Jason Kelce just gave fans a crossover moment they didn't know they needed, football meets Hollywood comedy. In a new Instagram post, the former Philadelphia Eagles star shared what he called 'one of my favorite photos ever,' featuring Adam Sandler, his dad and his brother Travis Kelce, who apparently snagged a cameo role in Netflix's Happy Gilmore 2 . Jason's excitement was clear, and fans are already buzzing about this unexpected blend of NFL and movie nostalgia. Jason Kelce praises Adam Sandler for bringing back a childhood classic Kelce congratulated 'the Sandman' for reviving the beloved Happy Gilmore franchise, writing: 'Congrats to the Sandman for bringing Happy back to life in glorious fashion, haven't looked forward to a movie this much in awhile.' The original Happy Gilmore remains one of the most iconic sports comedies ever made, and Netflix's sequel has quickly become a major streaming event. Travis Kelce surprises fans with his new role Jason also shouted out his brother: 'And congrats to my brother for nailing his role and being involved in the sequel to one of the pinnacles of our childhood.' He even joked with Travis in the caption: '@killatrav I've never loved and hated a waiter so much!' Why this crossover moment matters for fans This isn't just about a movie cameo, it's a cultural moment. In the film, Kelce plays an arrogant waiter who mocks and ultimately fires a young golfer during a country-club dinner. The tension spirals into a surreal fantasy sequence where the waiter is tied to a post, covered in honey, and nearly attacked by a bear. It's slapstick, chaotic, and unmistakably Sandler's brand of comedy made even funnier by Kelce's straight-faced delivery. Adam Sandler himself publicly praised Kelce's performance, calling him 'funny and cool as hell' and 'a stud' during a television interview. Sandler said Kelce was easy to work with and had 'great comedic instincts,' which explains why the cameo has become a highlight of the sequel. FAQs: Q: What is Travis Kelce's role in Happy Gilmore 2 ? He plays an over-the-top country-club waiter who appears in a comedic dinner scene that turns into a wild fantasy sequence. Q: Is Happy Gilmore 2 streaming now? Yes, the film is currently available on Netflix. Q: Does Ed Kelce, Travis and Jason Kelce's dad, appear in Happy Gilmore 2 ? A: Yes. Ed Kelce reportedly appears briefly as an extra in a dining scene. Also read - Matthew Stafford to miss more training camp time: how serious is this for LA? For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India.com
5 hours ago
- India.com
Udaipur Files Producer Amit Jani Granted Y-Category Security Amid Alleged Threats
New Delhi: Producer Amit Jani reportedly claimed that he had been receiving death threats on social media in connection with the upcoming release of Udaipur Files. Union Home Ministry Approves Y-Category Security In a new development, the Ministry of Home Affairs has extended Y-category security to Amit Jani. This comes amid mounting tensions and concerns over the film's impact and the threats reportedly received by its creators. The protection will be provided by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and will apply across Uttar Pradesh and Delhi. Producer Expresses Gratitude Taking to social media, Jani thanked the country's top leadership for ensuring his protection. In a tweet written in Hindi, he said: "केंद्र की Y श्रेणी सुरक्षा देने के लिए माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी और गृह मंत्री श्री अमित शाह जी का हार्दिक धन्यवाद" (Translation: "Heartfelt thanks to Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji for granting Y-category security.") केंद्र की Y श्रेणी सुरक्षा देने के लिए माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी और गृह मंत्री श्री अमित शाह जी का हार्दिक धन्यवाद@narendramodi @AmitShah @HMOIndia @PMOIndia — Amit Jani (@AmitJaniIND) July 27, 2025 Court Puts a Hold on Film's Release Originally slated for a July 11 release, the Delhi High Court on July 10 issued a stay order on the film, pending a decision by the Centre on multiple petitions. These petitions sought a permanent ban, citing the film's potential to 'promote disharmony' in society. Centre Recommends Edits According to an ANI report, a committee constituted by the central government, on directions from the Delhi High Court, has proposed six major modifications to the film. These include: Revised disclaimer: The original disclaimer is to be replaced with a new, government-approved version. Credit edits: Frames expressing gratitude to certain individuals must be removed. AI-generated execution scene: A scene resembling a Saudi-style execution created using AI must be altered. A scene resembling a Saudi-style execution created using AI must be altered. Name change for character 'Nutan Sharma': All references to this character must be replaced. All references to this character must be replaced. Dialogue deletion: The line attributed to Nutan Sharma, 'Mainetoh wohi kaha hai jo unke dharma grantho mein likha hai', must be removed. The line attributed to Nutan Sharma, 'Mainetoh wohi kaha hai jo unke dharma grantho mein likha hai', must be removed. Baloch community references: Dialogues concerning the Baloch community are to be eliminated. Earlier, the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) had mandated around 150 cuts in the film. Following these revisions, Udaipur Files: Kanhaiya Lal Tailor Murder was cleared for theatrical release on August 8, 2025. Starring Vijay Raaz in the lead role, the film was originally scheduled for release on July 11, 2025. However, it encountered multiple delays due to censorship issues and ongoing legal challenges. FAQs Q1. Why did Amit Jani receive Y-category security? Amit Jani was granted Y-category security after claiming he received threats over the film Udaipur Files. Q2. Why was the release of Udaipur Files delayed? The Delhi High Court stayed the release, citing concerns over the film's potential to promote social disharmony. Q3. How many cuts did CBFC demand in the film? The CBFC had ordered approximately 150 cuts before approving the film, as reported by IANS. Q4. When is Udaipur Files now scheduled to release? The film is slated for release on August 8, 2025.
The Hindu
5 hours ago
- The Hindu
‘Su From So': How an unheralded Kannada film broke marketing norms to set box office records
Three days ago, Su From So was an unheralded film. Today, it has shaken the Kannada film industry, reiterating the importance of quality content and prompting filmmakers to reassess their promotional strategies. Su From So, released during the cataclysmic run of Saiyaara, the Hindi love story that has revived the romance genre in Bollywood. The entertaining F1, which had crossed the ₹100 crore-mark in India, was still a hot property in Bengaluru. And Telugu star Pawan Kalyan's much-awaited Hari Hara Veera Mallu was expected to score big. However, three days after its theatrical release, Su From So has conquered every hurdle in its path to break box office records. It's a surprise hit of 2025. 'Three days ago, Su From So was an unknown project. Today, you have made it one of the most exciting films of the year,' Raj B Shetty, who co-produced the movie, wrote on social media. The numbers associated with Su From So are mind-boggling. The film created history when one lakh twenty-seven thousand tickets got sold on the ticketing app BookMyShow on Saturday (July 26, 2025). No Kannada film has enjoyed this amount of ticket sales in a single day on the online platform. On Sunday, Su From So enjoyed more than 550 housefull shows across India, a terrific number considering the prolonged lull in the Kannada film industry in 2025. Raj, apart from co-producing the movie, plays a prominent character in Su From So, but his role was kept a secret. The director of acclaimed films like Ondu Motteya Kathe and Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana could have been the face of the film, but chose not to hog the limelight of a movie filled with fresh faces in Kannada. One video message from Raj proved to be game-changing. 'We know that you are tired of pre-release interviews and reactions from celebrity shows. We aren't doing them for our movie. We want you all to be our honest promoters. Watch our film and spread the word,' the actor-director had urged, as he announced paid-premiere shows in Shivamogga, Mysuru, Mangaluru, and Bengaluru. Bharath Sudhama, co-founder of film marketing company The Big Little, feels Raj pulled off a coup with his statement. 'Saying you won't promote a film is itself a promotion. It means that you are telling the audience you are completely confident about your content. People walk into the theatres wanting to like the movie because of the bold step from the makers,' he analyses. 'It's like Upendra saying his film is only for the intelligent ones (bhuddivantharige maatra). Everybody would want to be known as intelligent to watch his movies.' After avoiding the customary YouTube appearances, Su From So banked on their content to do the talking. The hilarious trailer and the peppy dance number, called 'Dank Anthem', had given the movie some advantage. Post its release, the outstanding word of mouth has bolstered ticket sales. 'We are getting requests for more shows,' Raj told reporters. On Sunday, 72 early-morning shows (EMS, before 9:00 am) were added in Bengaluru theatres, an unprecedented development. Bharath says the industry must be cautious and not see this low-key promotion strategy as a formula. 'Minimal promotions might not work for another movie because it may not garner exceptional word-of-mouth in the initial phase. You can't criticise a team that opts for vibrant promotional methods just because one movie tasted success without promotional activities. Every film team has to find a unique option to suit its content,' explains Bharath. Just like Kirik Party (2016), Kantara (2022), and 777 Charlie (2022), it's a team from the coastal Karnataka region that has resurrected a struggling industry with a refreshing subject aimed at entertaining the family audience. Su From So, directed by popular Tulu theatre artiste and film actor JP Thuminad, is a rip-roaring horror comedy set in a village in Dakshina Kannada. Marked by excellent performances, the film makes for a great community viewing, as it weaves an important message with a rooted presentation, maintaining the flavour of the backdrop. ALSO READ: 'Ekka' movie review: Yuva Rajkumar gives his all to a script that doesn't reward his effort 'The film reminded me of my Sarkari Hiriya Prathamika Shaale Kasaragodu (2018),' said Rishab Shetty on X, referring to his third directorial, which was also a fine amalgamation of message and entertainment. Su From So, following a stupendous start, is set to go places. Dulquer Salman's Wayfarer Films will distribute the Malayalam dubbed version of the movie in Kerala from August 01, 2025. Anil Thadani's AA Films has bagged the North India distribution rights for the movie. Phars Film Co. LLC is in talks to release the movie overseas.
