Rashmika Mandanna is set to join forces with NTR in director Prashanth Neel's highly anticipated action film, tentatively titled Dragon. This marks the first time the two stars will share screen space, and Rashmika is reportedly playing a special role that is pivotal to the storyline. Although she is not the female lead, her character is expected to have a significant impact on the plot.
The film is being jointly backed by Mythri Movie Makers and NTR Arts, and production has already begun. NTR will reportedly appear in a leaner, more rugged avatar, tailored for the film's intense action sequences. Despite speculation about his health, sources close to the actor have dismissed such rumors as baseless.
Dragon is being positioned as a high-octane action drama, with NTR and Rashmika Mandanna expected to deliver thrilling performances. Rukmini Vasanth has been finalized for the female lead role, while Rashmika's character is said to be crucial to the storyline.
Rashmika Mandanna has been riding high on success with films like Pushpa, Animal, and Chhaava. She has several projects lined up, including The Girlfriend, a female-centric social drama. NTR, on the other hand, has been in the spotlight for his global success with RRR and after completion of War 2, is expected to dive into a rigorous shooting schedule for Dragon.