After making waves in Bollywood with her debut in Azaad alongside Aaman Devgan, Rasha Thadani is now stepping into Telugu Cinema with Srinivasa Mangapuram. She recently shared her first look as Manga on Instagram, generating excitement among fans. The film is directed by Ajay Bhupathi and stars Rasha opposite Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, who is Mahesh Babu’s nephew.
In her announcement, Rasha expressed gratitude and hope, writing, “Meet Manga from #SrinivasaMangapuram. With immense gratitude and a heart full of hope, taking my first step into Telugu cinema, a world that celebrates stories straight from the soil.” She acknowledged the support of her director and team, emphasizing the importance of trust and guidance in her debut.
Describing her character, Rasha said, “She is his calm, she is his comfort, she is his pain and his peace. ‘Manga’ is ‘Srinu’s everything.’” She also praised her co-star, Jaya Krishna, for being a collaborative presence on set, highlighting the chemistry that audiences can expect from their pairing in the film.
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Srinivasa Mangapuram is helmed by director Ajay Bhupathi, known for narrative-driven storytelling, and features music by GV Prakash. The film’s premise promises emotional depth and strong character arcs, while the addition of Rasha as Manga adds a fresh and intriguing layer to the narrative.
Rasha’s journey from Bollywood to Telugu cinema represents her growing versatility as an actress. Following Azaad, she is also set to star in Laikey Laikaa alongside Abhay Verma later this year, cementing her rising profile in the Indian film industry across multiple languages.
Fans are eagerly awaiting her transformation into Manga, with the first look already creating buzz on social media. With her debut performance, Rasha Thadani is expected to leave a mark in Telugu cinema, combining emotional nuance and relatability, while Srinivasa Mangapuram positions her as a promising new talent for the regional film industry.
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