Panaji: Actress Rashmika Mandanna on Thursday said that the upcoming sequel to 2021 Telugu blockbuster ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ is going to be an emotional drama besides being full of high-octane action and swag.

The actor, who plays the lead role opposite Telugu cinema star Allu Arjun in the sequel ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, said that the sets of the film have been like home for her and she was feeling a little sad after the shooting was over . But was also overwhelmed by the release of the second installation.

‘Pushpa 2’, scheduled to hit the screens on December 5, is directed by Sukumar and also stars returning stars Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil.

Mandanna was at the closing ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa to promote the sequel with the film’s producer Y Ravi Shankar. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant and dignitaries from the film industry were also present on the occasion.

Mandanna said that she is fortunate to be a part of this film.

She said, “I have been in the industry for the last seven to eight years, out of which I have been on the sets of ‘Pushpa’ for five years. Pushpa is a home for me.”

The 28-year-old said, “Wherever I go in the world, I come back home to the sets of Pushpa. For me, it runs subconsciously in my mind that no matter where I go in the world, I “Will come back home.” -Old actor.

“It’s a little heartbreaking (that shooting is over), but at the same time, I’m in an overwhelmed state where I don’t know what to really feel. I feel sad, but at the same time I’m excited ,” the actor said.

Speaking about the sequel, he said, “You might be thinking that ‘Pushpa 2’ will be pure action cinema, but it is extremely emotional.” “There’s a family angle to it for the most part. So as much as you are looking forward to the swag and action of ‘Pushpa’, you are also looking forward to the emotional drama. It’s going to be a mix of everything.” Mandana added.

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