Nani calls Vijay’s ‘Ranabaali’ transformation inspiring

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Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are gearing up for the release of their upcoming period action drama, ‘Ranabaali’, directed by Rahul Sankrityan. Ahead of its theatrical release on Friday, October 16, Telugu star

Nani

took to social media to wish the team and praise the lead actors for their performances.On his X handle, Nani appreciated the effort that has gone into making the film and called Vijay’s transformation into the titular character “inspiring”. He also praised Rashmika’s portrayal of Jayamma, describing it as “adorable and authentic”.He wrote, “Tomorrow we have the release of #Ranabaali. Everything about the film shows how much effort the team has put in to make this important film. The way Vijay @TheDeverakonda has transformed himself so effortlessly from the super cool guy we know to this ferocious man called Ranabaali is inspiring.

@iamRashmika as Jayamma is as adorable and authentic as it gets.”

Nani heaps praise on director Rahul Sankrityan

Nani also appreciated director Rahul Sankrityan for his work on the period drama, particularly the research and attention to detail required for a story set against a historical backdrop.“@Rahul_Sankrityn is so good with such stories which need research and detailing and it shows that he has put his heart into this one. My love and best wishes to the whole team.

@MythriOfficial,” he added.

About ‘Ranabaali’

‘Ranabaali’ features Vijay as Singanamala Bobbili Ranabaali, a Rayalaseema warrior who rises against British colonial forces during the Madras Famine of 1876–78. Rashmika plays his wife, Jayamma, who stands alongside him in the rebellion.Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo, known for ‘The Mummy’, plays the British antagonist, Sir Theodore Hector. The film’s music has been composed by Ajay–Atul.‘Ranabaali’ is scheduled to release in Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam on October 16, 2026.Meanwhile, Nani was last seen in the action thriller ‘The Paradise’, directed by Srikanth Odela. Despite generating considerable buzz ahead of its release, the film received mixed-to-negative reviews from audiences.