National Crush Rashmika Mandanna marks her 30th birthday today, a milestone that also serves as her first big celebration since marrying Vijay Deverakonda. While she has built a massive following through rom-coms and commercial entertainers, she is now pivoting toward a gritty and career-defining role in the pan-Indian film Mysaa. Helmed by debutant Rawindra Pulle, this project trades her usual charm for a level of cinematic ferocity that fans haven’t seen before.
To commemorate the day, the production unit unveiled a new poster that is a stark departure from her glamorous image. The visual depicts Rashmika in a visceral and battle-scarred state with her face masked in soot, grime, and blood. The deep lacerations across her nose and forehead emphasize the physical toll of her character’s journey. Despite the wounds, her piercing and rage-filled stare remains defiant, signaling a performance rooted in raw intensity.
Set within the traditional landscape of the Gond tribes, Mysaa features Rashmika in an unrecognizable transformation as a warrior woman of the soil. Unformula Films is mounting this project on a sprawling scale by blending deep-seated emotional stakes with high-voltage action.
The ensemble cast includes powerhouses like Eshwari Rao, Guru Somasundaram, and Rao Ramesh. On the technical front, Jakes Bejoy is crafting the soundscape while renowned international stunt coordinator Andy Long is designing the combat sequences. Currently filming at a brisk pace, this big-budget entertainer is locked for a multi-language global release in 2026.