Rashmika Mandanna talks about Dhanteras: I think jewellery should reflect your personality....

Rashmika Mandanna talks about Thamma releasing on Diwali

With the festive season right around the corner, Rashmika Mandanna is hoping to hit pause on her hectic schedule just for a few days so that she can celebrate Diwali with her family back home.

While nothing is set in stone yet, she’s manifesting a proper festive break this year, especially with her upcoming film Thamma lined up for a Diwali release.

“I really hope I can go home for Diwali, it’s been a while and festivals are when I miss my family the most,” she shares.

“Honestly, with the kind of schedules we have sometimes, it’s not always easy to make it home every single time. And I miss that. But whenever I do get to go home, there’s this one tradition that I absolutely love—we all cook together and make Koovale Putt, it’s this traditional dish that we make back in Coorg. At the end of the day, it’s those small things that make festivals so special. Just being with the people you love.”

In the midst of Thamma promotions and film shoots, Rashmika has also been in the spotlight for reasons beyond cinema.

From videos showing off a ring to rumours swirling about an engagement with actor Vijay Deverakonda, her personal life has sparked quite the buzz. But the actress remains gracefully tight-lipped.

When asked whether her family has been collecting gold jewellery over the years—often a hot topic during wedding speculations—she smiles and says, “Over the years we’ve definitely collected pieces here and there not just thinking about the future or weddings, but more as keepsakes that hold emotional value.”

Talking about meaningful purchases, Rashmika fondly recalls a special Dhanteras after her early films. “I remember one Dhanteras right after my first or second film... it was the first time I actually bought something big with my own earnings. I was so emotional because it felt like such a proud moment for me and more for my parents. So, it was a chain and pendant for my mom, she’s always been my lucky charm.”

When it comes to jewellery, she says she leans towards subtle, sentimental pieces. “Not really, nothing too particular. I usually love small but beautiful pieces, something delicate yet meaningful. I think jewellery should reflect your personality, so I just go with whatever feels right.”

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One piece that holds her heart? “The earrings my mom gifted me when I was in college are my absolute favourite. There are so many beautiful memories attached to them, they were actually my first pair of earrings ever so they’re special,” she says with a smile.

As for Thamma, Rashmika couldn’t be more excited. “Thamma is releasing on Diwali, and the whole team is completely lost in promotions right now. So all our Diwali preparations are for a Thammakedar Diwali. This year has been super special. Thank you so much for all the love and support, my loves! I’m working hard every single day, and your love is what keeps me going.”

Thamma is set to release in theatres on 21st October.