Actress Rashmika Mandanna has shared an emotional note following the release of her period drama ‘Ranabaali’, in which she stars alongside her husband Vijay Deverakonda. The actress, who plays Jayamma, spoke about the love the film has received and how the character helped her understand the true meaning of being a woman.Taking to her Instagram handle, Rashmika Mandanna praised Vijay’s performance and director Rahul Sankrityan’s storytelling, thanking the entire team for bringing the film to the screen.
Rashmika Mandanna says Jayamma taught her about womanhood
Rashmika Mandanna also shared multiple behind the scene pictures from the sets and a couple of stills from the film. She described Jayamma as a woman whose love is pure and whose strength lies in protecting and standing up for her people.“Jayamma !! A woman whose love is so pure!! She spoke to me about what being a woman is truly about. Standing up for her people, protecting her people loving her people with all she has,” she wrote.The ‘Mysaa’ actress said she felt overwhelmed by the response to the film and explained that ‘Ranabaali’ celebrates community, faith and unity in difficult times.“There is so much love pouring in for Ranabaali and Jayamma, and I feel so overwhelmed and happy. The film speaks about the strength we have as a community, our belief in God, our strength to celebrate the little things even in the darkest of times, and how we all stand as one when someone from outside tries to intervene.. we don’t just stand and watch – we fight, and that’s what Ranabaali is about!” she added.
Rashmika Mandanna calls Vijay Deverakonda her forever favourite
Rashmika Mandanna also expressed her happiness over the appreciation Vijay has received for his performance. She said she has always admired his work and will continue to do so.“@thedeverakonda – I told you and I keep telling you that I am a fan and I will forever be a fan of your work.. today seeing everyone appreciate you and your hard work (which you always do) and your work brings me one great sense of joy and peace and happiness.. my heart is happy happy for you!” she wrote.
Rashmika Mandanna praises director Rahul Sankrityan
She also applauded director Rahul Sankrityan, describing him as “one of the most BEAUTIFUL storytellers we have in our country today”.
About ‘Ranabaali’
Talking about ‘Ranabaali’, it is set during British colonial rule, which explores the hardships faced by people in Rayalaseema against the backdrop of the Madras Famine of 1876–1878.The movie also stars Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo, known for ‘The Mummy’, who plays the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector, along with Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna.
