Rashmika Mandanna has praised the recently released romance drama ‘Epic – First Semester’, which stars her brother-in-law Anand Deverakonda alongside Vaishnavi Chaitanya. Directed by Aditya Haasan, the film has received a shoutout from Rashmika, who urged audiences to watch it in theatres and praised the team for presenting a story that she described as “different”, “important” and “very relevant”, while still being entertaining.

Rashmika Mandanna praises ‘Epic – First Semester’

Rashmika took to her Instagram Stories to share her thoughts on ‘Epic – First Semester’ following its theatrical release. Praising Anand, director Aditya Haasan and Vaishnavi Chaitanya, she encouraged her followers to catch the film on the big screen.She wrote, “And today Epic has released..I hope you catch it in the theatres. Because Anandaa..and Adithya and Vaishu have spoken about some things different but at the same time important and very relevant and at the same time entertaining..Proud of you gang! May god bless you!”

Rashmika calls Anand Deverakonda a ‘green forest’

Rashmika had earlier spoken about Anand at the film’s pre-release event, where she was asked whether she considered him a green flag or a red flag. The actress had a clear answer. “He’s a green forest, I don’t even have to think about it. I think he’s doing really well without my advice. I will stand in support of whatever he wants in life,” she said.Rashmika also addressed director Aditya Haasan at the event, pointing out the contrast between his personality and the tone of the film’s trailer.“Generally, you look like a shy person, but watching the trailer was completely different as you are showing something else,” she said.She also extended her wishes to Vaishnavi Chaitanya and praised her contribution to the film.

‘Epic – First Semester’ receives mixed reactions

‘Epic – First Semester’ has been receiving mixed reactions from viewers following its release. While some audiences have praised Anand Deverakonda and Vaishnavi Chaitanya’s chemistry and the film’s comedic elements, others have expressed reservations about the second half and the conclusion. The film marks Aditya Haasan’s move to the big screen after his successful web series ‘90s – A Middle Class Biopic’.

Rashmika Mandanna’s upcoming projects

Meanwhile, Rashmika is gearing up for her next projects. She will be seen alongside her husband Vijay Deverakonda in the upcoming period action thriller ‘Ranabaali’. The film marks their third project together after ‘Geetha Govindam’ and ‘Dear Comrade’ and their first collaboration following their much-discussed wedding. Rashmika will also be seen in ‘Mysaa’.