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Published 10:25 IST, September 2nd 2023

Rashmika Mandanna left Nithiin's VNRTrio for Shahid Kapoor film? Pushpa 2 actor clarifies

Rashmika Mandanna has been replaced by Sreeleela in Nithiin starrer. Reports suggested that the movie's dates were clashing with Rashmika's other films.

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A still from a photoshoot (Image: Rashmika Mandanna/Instagram) | Image: self

Rashmika Mandanna recently slammed news reports that suggested she opted out of Venky Kudumula's project with Nithiin, tentatively titled VNRTrio, to do a movie with Shahid Kapoor. 

3 things you need to know

  • Rashmika Mandanna reportedly walked out of VNRtrio as the dates were clashing with other projects.
  • Sreeleela has replaced Rashmika in the Venky Kudumula directorial.
  • As per reports, Rashmika and Shahid were working with filmmaker Anees Bazmee on Ek Saath Do Do.

Rashmika Mandanna shuts down rumours

Rashmika Mandanna took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and responded to a post by a news portal that stated, "Rashmika opted out of #Nithin - Venky Kudumula's film citing dates issues. She chose to do Shahid Kapoor's film over this, but as per latest reports, that Hindi film has been called off due to budgeting reasons. She has #Animal and #Pushpa2TheRule coming up! 
#RashmikaMandanna."

In her response, the Goodbye actress wrote, "This was confirmed by anyone? But because it’s about me..  I can say it’s not true."

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(Rashmika Mandanna gives a befitting reply to a news portal | Image: Rashmika Mandanna/X)

Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika's film shelved?

According to reports, Shahid Kapoor and Anees Bazmee have decided to part ways on their project with Rashmika Mandanna due to "creative differences" that arose during the pre-production phase. As a result, the film has been put on hold for the time being, with further choices about its future yet to be made.

Rashmika's upcoming projects

Rashmika Mandanna, on the other hand, remains totally committed to her upcoming endeavours. She is currently working on Pushpa 2, the highly awaited film directed by Sukumar and co-starring Allu Arjun. Rashmika Mandanna will also be seen in Animal opposite Ranbir Kapoor.

Updated 10:25 IST, September 2nd 2023