10 Best Movies of Rashmika Mandanna You Must Watch

Rashmika Mandanna has rapidly ascended to become one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema, captivating audiences with her charm, versatility, and compelling performances. Since her debut in the critically acclaimed Kannada film Kirik Party in 2016, she has made significant strides in both Telugu and Hindi film industries, establishing herself as a leading lady with a diverse portfolio of roles. Her ability to embody a range of characters—from romantic leads to strong-willed heroines—has earned her a dedicated fan base and numerous accolades, including multiple Filmfare Awards.

In this article, we will explore the best movies of Rashmika Mandanna that showcase her exceptional talent and the impact she has made on the film industry. From blockbuster hits like Pushpa: The Rise to heartfelt dramas such as Sita Ramam, each film not only highlights her acting prowess but also reflects her journey as a prominent figure in contemporary cinema. Join us as we delve into the must-watch films that define Rashmika Mandanna’s career and continue to resonate with audiences around the world.

Goodbye (2022)

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Family
Director: Vikas Bahl
Starring: Amitabh Bachchan, Rashmika Mandanna, Neena Gupta, Sunil Grover
Storyline: A heartwarming story of the Bhalla family that depicts their journey of grief and self-discovery after they suffer the loss of their loved one. The film will take you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions, making you laugh at some moments and leaving you teary-eyed at some.
Watch On: Netflix

Goodbye is a deeply emotional family drama that combines humor, emotions, and life lessons to bring to the screen a powerful and moving cinematic experience. The movie gains its genuineness through its non-filtered approach to dealing with mourning, love, and relationship issues. The actors’ performance in showings like Amitabh Bachchan and Rashmika Mandanna is just a bonus. Critics praise its ability to revolve around such a subject matter as via the ability to make the audience both weep and laugh in harmony, as a result, being a powerful representation of one’s need to value their family.
Although some expressed the view that the story would have worked better if it was more concise and ended with its emotional impact, anyhow, its emotional depth, and relatability are key aspects that make people fell for this film. Searching for a film about the complex interpersonal relations in a family with sincerity and warmth, Goodbye is your best choice.

Devadas (2018)

Genres: Action, Comedy
Director: Sriram Adittya
Starring: Nani, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Aakanksha Singh, Rashmika Mandanna
Storyline: A sincere doctor Das works at a private clinic, where he meets the dreaded don Deva who arrives injured. After the treatment, Das and Deva form a deep friendship until Deva’s mafia background and gruesome history causes a rift in their bond.
Watch On: Zee5

Devadas is infused with humor and star-studded glamour making it an enjoyable film for those in the mood for a feel-good narrative. United critics commend the picture first for its infectious laughs and for the charismatic Nani and Nagarjuna who are an essential part of the film’s plot. Even though the movie falters in the second half with excess drama and a poorly written ending, it still succeeds in entertaining the audience with its funny parts and the growth of its main characters.
If you appreciate Nani’s trademark humor, or enjoy tales about the different people coming together, this film is bound to be enjoyable. The concept of turning a violent don into a comic relief figure certainly does provide an interesting spin to the plot.

Animal (2023)

Genres: Action, Crime, Drama
Director: Sandeep Reddy Vanga
Starring: Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna, Triptii Dimri
Storyline: This is the story of a son whose love for his father knows no bounds. As their bond begins to fracture, a chain of extraordinary events unfold causing the son to undergo a remarkable transformation consumed by a thirst for vengeance.
Watch On: Netflix

It received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its cast performances, songs, action sequences and technical aspects, but criticism for the film’s themes and graphic violence. Some commentators also indicated Vanga of supporting traditional gender roles and gender biases. The film did extremely well commercially, both domestically and internationally.

Sarileru Neekevvaru (2020)

Genres: Action, Drama
Director: Anil Ravipudi
Starring: Mahesh Babu, Rashmika Mandanna, Vijayashanti, Prakash Raj, Rajendra Prasad
Storyline: Ajay Krishna, an Army Major who is tough as nails, is deployed to Kurnool on a mission. This action-packed, war drama will keep you on tenterhooks as Ajay keeps the country safe from external threats.
Watch On: Amazon Prime Video, Sun NXT

Sarileru Neekevvaru received mixed-to-positive reviews from critics.

Dear Comrade (2019)

Genres: Romance, Action, Drama
Director: Bharat Kamma
Starring: Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, Shruti Ramachandran
Storyline: Dear Comrade is an intense love story between Bobby (Vijay Deverakonda), a student union leader and Lily (Rashmika Mandanna) a state-level cricketer. Bobby has anger management issues, which he needs to overcome and fight for his love.
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Dear Comrade is a beautiful fusion of a moving love story wrapped in a strong social message. The performances are impressive, with Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna owning their poorly set out, opposing characters. Critics say the film manages to address sensitive issues such as sexual harassment without losing sight of the themes of solidarity and bravery.
Despite a slightly uneven narrative and a weaker climax, the film captivates with its thought-provoking themes and impactful storytelling. If you’re looking for a movie that resonates on both an emotional and societal level, Dear Comrade is a must-watch.

Kirik Party (2016)

Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama
Director: Rishab Shetty
Starring: Rakshit Shetty, Rashmika Mandanna, Samyuktha Hegde, Achyuth Kumar
Storyline: Kirik Party is the story of a gang of mischievous students, lead by the protagonist Karna (Rakshit Shetty), who has just joined an engineering college.
Watch On: JioCinema

The film opened to positive reviews from critics upon theatrical release and became one of the highest grossing Kannada film all time and also completed 365 days in multiplexes.
It won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Family Entertainer, and was nominated in seven categories at the 64th Filmfare Awards South, winning five of them. It also received five awards at the IIFA Utsavam and seven awards at the 6th South Indian International Movie Awards. The film was remade in Telugu as Kirrak Party.

Geetha Govindam (2018)

Genres: Comedy, Romance
Director: Parasuram
Starring: Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna
Storyline: Vijay Govind, a young college lecturer who dreams of marriage falls for Geetha, a level-headed woman who’s wary of strangers and isn’t easy to convince. While things seem to go smoothly, Vijay makes a terrible mistake which not only derails any hope for his love story, but also potential repercussions with his family.
Watch On: Disney+ Hotstar, Zee5

Though critics felt that it was a “tried and tested story,” the film received praise for its direction, performances, and production values.

Sita Ramam (2022)

Genres: Action, Drama, Romance
Director: Hanu Raghavapudi
Starring: Dulquer Salman, Mrunal Thakur, Rashmika Mandanna
Storyline: Afreen, a rebellious Pakistani student sets ablaze the car of an Indian in London. Angered Afreen returns to Pakistan to ask for money from her grandfather that she has to pay in a month’s time as damages. However, she gets to know that he is no more and the only thing he has left for her is a letter-delivering task, written by Ram to Sita. As Afreen sets out to find Ram, there begins her journey of discovering the secret behind the 20-year-old letter.
Watch On: Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar

Sita Ramam received generally positive critical reviews praising Hanu’s direction, story, screenplay, writing, soundtrack, musical score, emotional weight, and performances (particularly those of Thakur and Salmaan). The film emerged as a major commercial success.

Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024)

Genres: Action, Thriller, Drama
Director: Sukumar
Starring: Allu Arjun, Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Sunil, and Rao Ramesh
Storyline: It follows Pushpa Raj, a labourer-turned-red sandalwood smuggler, as he faces growing threats from his enemies, including SP Bhanwar Singh Shekhawat.
Watch On: Netflix

Pushpa 2: The Rule received positive reviews from critics. The film set several box office records, grossing over ₹1,642 crore (US$190 million), making it the highest-grossing film in India, the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, the second highest-grossing Telugu film, and the third highest-grossing Indian film worldwide.

Pushpa: The Rise (2021)

Genres: Action, Thriller
Director: Sukumar
Starring: Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, Rashmika Mandanna
Storyline: Based on the smuggling of red sander trees in Seshachalam forest, Andhra Pradesh, Pushpa tells the story of a lorry driver who is part of the illegal business.
Watch On: Amazon Prime Video

The film received generally mixed reviews from critics, who praised the performances, action choreography, cinematography, direction, dialogues, and soundtrack but criticised the runtime, screenplay and editing. The film was commercially successful, grossing over ₹360–393.50 crore at the worldwide box office.

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