Rashmika Mandana has addressed the criticism she often faces over her accent and language skills while working in various film industries. The actor admitted that she may not be “necessarily good” in any one language but said her journey involved constantly adapting to different languages and roles.
“I am a Kodva and speak Kodva tak, there is no industry for our mother tongue. So language has never been a barrier in my career. I consider all languages as my own language. My fans whom I call my family first suggested why not do a Telugu film, it was the same with Hindi, and that’s how my trajectory grew,” in an interview with Rash. Hindustan Times
When asked about reactions to her accent, the actor said that she has become used to hearing different opinions about how she speaks. “As long as I can answer questions asked in a particular language, that’s fine, that’s how I respect my audience from different parts of the world. I’m a jack of all trades, master of none,” she added.
Rashmika said that when it comes to films, she doesn’t pay too much attention to unnecessary nonsense surrounding her accent. Instead, she chooses to focus on portraying her role to the best of her ability.
“My job as an actor is to tell good stories on set and come back. With every film I believe the best of us are there to create something magical. I stay connected to my work and the end result is the coming together of all these energies. I don’t like stepping on anyone’s toes, I focus on doing my best as an actor,” she said.
Rashmika Mandanna will be seen in the next film Ranabali With her husband Vijay Deverakonda. The film is scheduled to release in theaters on October 16 Mysa and the biopic of MS Subbulakshmi, MS – A legacy on screenIn the lineup.
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