Rashmika Mandanna to reunite with Allu Arjun, to play villain in Atlee's biggie: Reports

 

This is a piece of news that we didn't see coming. If reports are indeed true, Rashmika Mandanna will be reuniting with Allu Arjun after the Pushpa films, but the twist here is that she'll be playing the antagonist. The project is the recently announced big-budget movie helmed by Atlee, headlined by Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.

Tentatively titled A6, the film will reportedly feature Rashmika in a never-before-seen avatar, according to Bollywood Hungama. "Rashmika had the choice to play the negative lead in either A6 or another big Pan India film. After hearing both the roles, the actress had to make a tough call but she decided to come on board Atlee's next, as the character allowed her the chance to explore the uncharted territories," said the report.

It further added that Rashmika recently completed her look test and is gearing up to shoot the film in October. "Rashmika has paid a visit to LA with director Atlee and Allu Arjun. She was bowled over by the pre-viz for her character and is super excited to work with one of the biggest directors of modern era - Atlee. The antagonist turn for Rashmika in an Allu Arjun film is also a departure from their last two collaboration on the Pushpa franchise."

Aside from Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, Rashmika Mandanna, the film also has names like Mrunal Thakur and Janhvi Kapoor attached to other significant female roles. Production on A6 began recently, with the production house revealing storyboard and motion-capture tests. A 2027 release window is being targeted. 

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