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Rashmika Mandanna is likely to join forces with Jr NTR for the very first time in director Prashanth Neel’s much-anticipated action film, tentatively titled Dragon.
The project, which recently began production, is being jointly backed by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts.
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Rashmika’s Key Role, Not the Female Lead
According to a report by OTTplay, Rashmika Mandanna has been roped in for a special role in the film.
While she is not playing the female lead—Rukmini Vasanth has already been finalised for that part—Rashmika’s character is said to be pivotal to the storyline. This marks a significant collaboration, as it will be her first film with Jr NTR.
A Star-Studded Action Drama
The film is being positioned as a high-octane action drama. Jr NTR will reportedly appear in a leaner, more rugged avatar, tailored for the film’s intense action sequences.
While his transformation has stirred speculation online regarding his health, sources close to the actor have dismissed such rumors as baseless.
Rashmika's Busy Slate
Rashmika Mandanna, known for her roles in Pushpa, Animal , and Geetha Govindam, continues to ride high on success.
Her upcoming release is The Girlfriend, a female-centric social drama directed by Rahul Ravindran and produced by Allu Aravind. The film has wrapped up production and is currently in post-production.
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What’s Next for Jr NTR
Meanwhile, Jr NTR has also been in the spotlight for his global success with RRR. He recently travelled to London for a special event related to the film. Once back, he is expected to dive into a rigorous shooting schedule for Dragon. Apart from this, he will also be seen in Ayan Mukerji’s War 2, which is scheduled to hit theatres on August 14, 2025.
