Rashmika Mandanna is reportedly being finalised to portray the role of the legendary Carnatic singer M.S. Subbulakshmi.  


The ambitious biographical drama was initially expected to cast Sai Pallavi in the titular role and later it was suggested Rukmini Vasanth to the prestigious project. However, the latest buzz is Rashmika stepping in the role of the iconic singer. 


M.S. Subbalakshmi biopic, an upcoming ambitious and prestigious biographical drama. 


Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Gowtam Tinnanuri known for his critically acclaimed film Jersey.   Though reports suggests that Rashmika Mandanna is to portray the titular role, the makers have yet to issue an official confirmation the film and the star cast. 


Earlier Rukmini Vasanth was being considered followed by Sai Pallavi who replaced her in the lead role.  Sai Pallavi was associated with the project and had started preparing herself extensively by taking lessons for Carnatic music lessons and doing a study of archival footage of the great artist to understand her personality and her musical journey. 


There is has been a constant speculation on the casting changes and the biopic of M.S. Subbalakshmi has generated a massive curiosity among the cinema and music lovers.  Meanwhile Rashmika Mandanna is enjoying the buzz among her fans who recently praised her across the social media for her role in the trailer of Cocktail 2.