15 Best Rashmika Mandanna Movies and Where to Watch Them
When it comes to multi-lingual actresses, Rashmika Mandanna is one of the most sought-after performers in the Indian film industry with notable appearances in Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi cinema.
Rashmika Mandanna’s Career at a Glance
Rashmika’s acting debut came in 2016 with the Kannada romantic comedy Kirik Party, directed by Rishab Shetty (before his Kantara fame). The film was a critical and commercial success, and Rashmika's portrayal of college student Saanvi Joseph, garnered widespread acclaim. Her natural charm and acting prowess quickly caught the audience's attention, earning her several awards and nominations, including the SIIMA Award for Best Debut Actress.
Following the success of Kirik Party, Rashmika continued to establish herself as a leading actress in the Kannada film industry. She starred in movies like Anjani Putra (2017) opposite the late Puneeth Rajkumar and Chamak (2017) alongside Ganesh, further solidifying her position as a versatile performer capable of delivering both commercial success and critical acclaim.
The same year, she starred opposite Vijay Deverakonda in the romantic drama Geetha Govindam, directed by Parasuram. The film was a massive commercial success and became one of the highest-grossing Telugu films of the year. Rashmika's performance as the titular heroine Geetha alongside Vijay Devarokanda’s protagonist garnered widespread acclaim, further elevating her status as one of the most sought-after actresses in the industry.
Rashmika's winning streak continued with films like the romantic comedy Devadas (2018), where she shared the screen with top actors like Nagarjuna and Nani, and the social drama Dear Comrade (2019), where she reunited with her Geetha Govindam star Vijay Deverakonda for a powerful romantic drama that showcased her acting range.
In 2020, Rashmika ventured into the Tamil film industry with Sulthan, directed by Bakkiyaraj Kannan, opposite Karthi. Though the film received mixed reviews, Rashmika's performance was widely appreciated, marking her successful foray into Tamil cinema. She has continued her Tamil career with the Thalapathy Vijay-starrer Varisu.
Continuing her upward trajectory, Rashmika ventured into Bollywood with the family comedy-drama Goodbye, sharing screen space with Amitabh Bachchan, Neena Gupta and the titular dog. The period espionage thriller Mission Majnu followed as her next Hindi movie, a Netflix release starring Siddharth Malhotra that unfortunately didn’t get the best of reviews.
However, it was the 2021 Telugu action-drama Pushpa: The Rise that offered a breakthrough in her career, with her instantly turning into a household name. This towering fame only continued with her third Hindi movie: the controversial and polarizing blockbuster Animal.
The Ranbir Kapoor star vehicle explored a toxic antihero’s violent quest for revenge as his fiercely loyal wife (Rashmika) bears the brunt of his actions. Despite the debates on hypermasculinity that it sparked, Rashmika held her own and displayed her affinity for playing emotionally troubled characters.
Why is Pushpa: The Rise Rashmika Mandanna’s best movie to watch?
An all-out entertainer with equal parts style and substance, Pushpa: The Rise is the movie that put Rashmika Mandanna on the map. Telugu megastar Allu Arjun played the titular character, a smuggler of exotic red sandalwood with a rags-to-riches story. Despite the crime drama’s masculine elements, Rashmika offered a breath of fresh air as Srivalli, a strong-willed woman who runs her dairy business while also falling for the vigilante hero.
If you like the Pushpa and Animal actress, have a glance at our list of the best Rashmika Mandanna movies along with a guide to stream them all.
