'Dear Comrade' clocks 4: Rashmika Mandanna shares nostalgic moments with co-star Vijay Deverakonda

Rashmika Mandanna has cemented her position as one of the most sought-after leading actresses in the South Indian film industry, garnering praise for her exceptional performances and a string of successful films. Starting her journey in Kannada cinema, she soon rose to stardom in the Telugu film industry with a series of hit movies. However, it was the 2019 release, 'Dear Comrade,' that truly showcased her talent and acting prowess, solidifying her position as a versatile actor.

As 'Dear Comrade' celebrated its fourth anniversary on July 26th, Rashmika Mandanna took to her official Instagram handle to commemorate the special occasion. Sharing a throwback selfie with co-star Vijay Deverakonda and director Bharat Kamma, she expressed her fondness for the film, which holds a special place in her heart. The movie was widely appreciated for the sizzling onscreen chemistry between Vijay and Rashmika, which led to persistent dating rumors, although both actors maintained that they were just close friends.

While celebrating the success of 'Dear Comrade,' Rashmika is also keeping herself busy with a lineup of promising projects in both Bollywood and the Telugu film industry. She is all set to reprise her role as Srivalli in the highly anticipated second installment of Allu Arjun's "Pushpa" franchise, titled "Pushpa 2: The Rise." In the world of Hindi cinema, she will be seen alongside Ranbir Kapoor in the upcoming film "Animal," directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga.

On the other hand, Vijay Deverakonda is gearing up for a comeback after the disappointment of his pan-Indian film 'Liger.' He has a series of exciting projects in the pipeline, showcasing his versatility as an actor. In the romantic comedy 'Kushi,' he will be sharing the screen with Samantha Ruth Prabhu. Subsequently, he will step into the role of a police officer in his 12th film, tentatively titled "VD 12." Recently, he also launched his 13th project, "VD 13," which will feature him alongside the talented actress Mrunal Thakur.