Pushpa Stars Rashmika Mandanna, Allu Arjun Reunite For Atlee's Raaka: Everything To Know About Her Role, Film

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Mandanna and Allu Arjun are reportedly set to reunite for director Atlee's next sci-fi fantasy action entertainer, Raaka, which was earlier tentatively titled AA22xA6. The upcoming film is expected to be made on a large scale, with production reportedly moving towards its Mumbai schedule. The project is being developed as a major cinematic spectacle and is said to be aiming for a theatrical release in late 2027. This comes after the two actors broke records with the two movies in their previous blockbuster franchise, Pushpa: The Rise and Pushpa 2: The Rule. The news about them returning on-screen has left fans extremely excited.

Rashmika Mandanna joins Raaka

According to Variety India, Rashmika will be seen playing a negative role in Raaka, marking a noticeable shift from the kind of characters she has recently played. Although the makers have not officially disclosed anything about her role, the character is expected to present a new side of the actress and highlight her versatility as a performer.Helmed by Atlee, Raaka also features Deepika Padukone in a significant role, adding further star power to the much-anticipated project. The film is being developed on a grand scale, with reports suggesting a possible theatrical release in late 2027. However, the makers are yet to officially confirm details about the cast, plot and release schedule.

Pushpa's record smashing run

Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna previously played the lead characters of Pushpa Raj and Srivalli in Pushpa: The Rise and Pushpa 2: The Rule. Their chemistry was one of the highlights of the franchise and made the films connect with audiences all over India.The success of Pushpa helped broaden the appeal of both actors beyond regional cinema, making their reunion one of the most talked-about aspects of Raaka.

Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna on work front

After the stupendous success of Pushpa franchise, Allu Arjun will take the story forward in Pushpa 3, where he will be seen reprising his iconic character. Allu Arjun remains one of India's biggest commercial stars, and he's more popular than ever outside Telugu cinema.Meanwhile, Rashmika Mandanna, who became a household name post Pushpa, continued her pan-India rise with several high-profile projects. She featured alongside Ranbir Kapoor in Animal and subsequently featured in Chhaava with Vicky Kaushal. Next up for her are films like Mysaa, Ranabaali and Animal Park, which further cement her position as one of the most sought after actresses across Indian cinema. Her latest release, Cocktail 2 is currently playing in movie theatres.