Mumbai: Rashmika Mandanna has been enjoying her time on the sets of Salman Khan’s Sikandar and has previously spoken about how her co-star took care of her when she was unwell, highlighting their strong on-set camaraderie. This bond has now reportedly led to another collaboration, as rumours suggest Rashmika has been cast in Salman Khan’s upcoming project with director Atlee.
According reports, Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna shared a fantastic working relationship while filming Sikandar. It is also believed that Rashmika’s performance in Pushpa 2 impressed both Salman and Atlee, which contributed to the decision to bring her on board for their next venture.
Director Atlee is currently preparing for his sixth directorial project, tentatively titled A6. Speaking about Salman Khan’s involvement in the film, Atlee gave a subtle confirmation, stating, “I’m definitely going to surprise everyone with the casting. What you’re thinking, yes, that’s true.” He further added, “But there’s going to be an even bigger surprise. I’m not being boastful, but this will be one of the proudest films for our country. We seek everyone’s blessings, so please pray for us. The casting is almost finalised and will be wrapped up in a few weeks. Expect a major announcement soon.”
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The film will be produced by Sun Pictures and is set to begin filming in the summer of 2025, with a one-year production schedule. It is expected to be Salman Khan’s major release for 2026, with an official announcement and promotional material anticipated next year. However, details about the project remain under wraps for now.