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Vedika Pinto steps into the spotlight as Rangeeli Rinku in Anurag Kashyap’s Nishaanchi

Vedika Pinto, famously known as the viral “Liggi” girl, takes a bold turn as Rangeeli Rinku in Anurag Kashyap’s Nishaanchi*, releasing 19 September. The role embraces retro Bollywood charm with unstyled innocence and minimal glamour.

August 14, 2025 / 21:31 IST
Vedika Pinto to be seen in Anurag Kashyap next film

Vedika Pinto to be seen in Anurag Kashyap next film

Widely known as the "Liggi" girl who went viral, Vedika Pinto is now preparing for one of the biggest turning points in her career: appearing as the lead actress in Anurag Kashyap's next movie, Nishaanchi.

Vedika will play a character in the movie, which is slated to hit theatres on September 19, that completely deviates from the glitzy glamour that is frequently connected to mainstream Bollywood.

She plays the role of Rangeeli Rinku in Nishaanchi, who is characterised as charming, charming, and refreshingly real. Rinku is a throwback to an era of classic Bollywood charm with her unstyled innocence, retro aesthetic, and sparse makeup.

This essence is beautifully captured in the recently released teaser, where viewers are immediately drawn in by her quiet presence and expressive warmth.

Vedika took a very unconventional route to this position. She initially gained notoriety for her role in Ritviz's number-one music video, Liggi, where her easy charm and exuberant on-screen energy made the song go viral. In addition to becoming well-known, Liggi's success demonstrated her innate on-screen persona, which obviously struck a chord with viewers.

Vedika is now ready to make a big impression in a part that requires total authenticity thanks to Nishaanchi. Rangeeli Rinku, a character who thrives on unadulterated, unfiltered emotion rather than overt stylisation, stands out in Kashyap's unpredictable cinematic universe. Vedika is able to let go of all pretence in this section, giving her all to a performance that is characterised by nuanced details and a disarming sincerity.

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Her portrayal's nostalgic Bollywood flavour, unpolished charm, and expressive eyes are already creating a lot of buzz. Fans and industry observers alike are excited to see how this partnership with Kashyap develops because of his track record of getting his actors to give nuanced, unforgettable performances.

With an actress willing to embrace vulnerability on screen and a director renowned for his unorthodox storytelling, Nishaanchi looks to be one of the most captivating film experiences of the year. Additionally, Rangeeli Rinku may be the part that solidifies Vedika Pinto's status as one of Bollywood's most promising up-and-coming actors.

Entertainment desk
first published: Aug 14, 2025 09:30 pm

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