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Rashmika Mandanna’s Biography, Movies, Career, Awards & Personal Life
Rashmika Mandanna (born 5 April 1996) is a leading Indian actress who primarily works in Telugu and Hindi cinema. She is one of South India’s highest-paid actresses and has been featured in Forbes India’s 30 Under 30 (2024). Her accolades include four SIIMA Awards and a Filmfare Award South, reflecting her versatility and popularity.
Rashmika Mandanna’s Biography-Early Life and Education
Rashmika was born to Suman and Madan Mandanna in Virajpet, Kodagu district, Karnataka, into a Kodava Hindu family. Her father runs a coffee estate and a function hall, while her mother is a homemaker. Growing up, Rashmika helped raise her younger sister, Shiman, often acting as a maternal figure.
She attended Coorg Public School and later pursued a bachelor’s degree in psychology, journalism, and English literature at M. S. Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Bangalore. In 2014, she won The Times of India’s Clean & Clear Fresh Face pageant, which launched her modeling and acting journey.
Acting Career
Early Career and Breakthrough (2016–2020)
Rashmika made her acting debut with the Kannada romantic comedy Kirik Party (2016), earning her the SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress. She followed it with hits like Anjani Putra and Chamak (2017).
She entered Telugu cinema with Chalo (2018) and rose to pan-India fame with Geetha Govindam (2018) opposite Vijay Deverakonda. The film became her first to gross over ₹1 billion and earned her the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress – Telugu. She then appeared in successful films like Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020) and Bheeshma (2020).
Pan-India Success and Recent Work (2021–Present)
Rashmika gained widespread recognition with Pushpa: The Rise (2021) alongside Allu Arjun. She reprised her role in Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024), which became her highest-grossing release. Other notable projects include Sita Ramam (2022), Varisu (2023), Animal (2023), and the historical action film Chhaava (2025).
While frequently cast in androcentric narratives, Rashmika has earned praise for her performances and dedication, often undergoing language and physical training for her roles.
Other Ventures and Endorsements
Rashmika is a prominent celebrity endorser for brands like McDonald’s, Dabur Honey, Kalyan Jewellers, and Onitsuka Tiger. She walked the Milan Fashion Week runway for Onitsuka Tiger and serves as a brand ambassador and investor for Plum, a vegan beauty brand.
She also advocates for cyber safety after a 2023 deepfake incident and was appointed national brand ambassador of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre.
Media Image and Recognition
Rashmika is celebrated for her down-to-earth personality and intelligence, earning recognition in Forbes India 30 Under 30 (2024) and being ranked among South India’s most influential stars on Instagram. She continues to dominate both South Indian and pan-India cinema with her talent and growing fan base.
