Mrunal Thakur says she hasn’t signed a film in nine months amid ‘Raaka’ rumours

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Actress Mrunal Thakur has been linked to Allu Arjun and Atlee’s upcoming sci-fi action drama ‘Raaka’ for a long time. However, the actress has neither confirmed nor denied being part of the film. She has now revealed that she has not signed any new film in almost nine months and is waiting for a meaningful role.

Mrunal Thakur opens up about ‘Raaka’ rumours

According to a report by Mid-day, when asked whether she was part of ‘Raaka’, Mrunal Thakur shared, “I haven’t signed any film in almost nine months. I’m waiting for a meaningful role to come. Now, whatever announcement has to happen, it will happen on my social media handle and then I’d love to talk about it.”

Several actresses linked to ‘Raaka’

Mrunal Thakur is among the actresses whose names have been linked to ‘Raaka’. Rashmika Mandanna, Janhvi Kapoor and Aishwarya Lekshmi have also reportedly been considered for the film.

However, the makers have not confirmed their involvement.Speaking of the cast,

Deepika Padukone

has been announced as the female lead. The film marks Allu Arjun’s next project after the blockbuster success of ‘Pushpa 2’ and director Atlee’s next film after Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’.

‘Raaka’ and Allu Arjun’s look in the film

The makers unveiled the title ‘Raaka’ and its first poster on Allu Arjun’s birthday. The poster introduced the actor in a striking new avatar, featuring a bald look, sharp features, kohl-lined eyes and a thick grey beard.

He is also seen covering part of his face with a clawed hand while staring directly ahead. Several reports have suggested that Allu Arjun may play multiple roles in the film, although the makers have not officially confirmed these details.

Mrunal Thakur’s work front

Talking about Mrunal Thakur’s films, she was last seen in theatres in the romantic comedy ‘Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai’, starring alongside Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde. Directed by David Dhawan, the film marked the veteran filmmaker’s final outing as a director.She was also recently seen in the crime thriller ‘Pooja Meri Jaan’, alongside Huma Qureshi and Vijay Raaz. The film was completed in 2022 but faced a multi-year delay before releasing directly on OTT.