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Rashmika Mandanna Reveals Her Korean Drama Dream—With One Condition

Rashmika Mandanna has openly expressed her interest in starring in a Korean drama. She admits her love for K-dramas began during the COVID-19 pandemic when she had more free time. However, the actress emphasizes she would only take on such a project if it feels right for her career. Meanwhile, she's currently celebrating the success of her latest horror-comedy film Thamma.

Key Points: Rashmika Mandanna Open to Korean Drama Role If Project Right

  • Rashmika discovered Korean dramas during COVID lockdowns with extra time
  • She emphasizes being selective about any potential K-drama projects
  • Her latest horror-comedy Thamma features vampire storyline with Ayushmann
  • The actress continues expanding her filmography across multiple languages and genres
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Rashmika Mandanna: I would want to do a Korean drama

Rashmika Mandanna expresses interest in starring in Korean dramas but emphasizes she'll be selective about projects. The actress discusses her K-drama journey and current film success.

Rashmika Mandanna: I would want to do a Korean drama
"Oh, of course, I would want to do a Korean drama. Like, that'll be fun. But also, it depends on what they give me. - Rashmika Mandanna"

Mumbai, Nov 10

Actress Rashmika Mandanna, who has often professed her love for Korean dramas, said she would love to be part of it but only if the project feels right for her.

When asked if she would consider doing a K-drama considering her love for variety in her filmography, Rashmika, an ardent K-Drama fan, told IANS: “Oh, of course, I would want to do a Korean drama. Like, that'll be fun. But also, it depends on what they give me, because you know how picky I am with what I do on screen.”

The actress, who is basking in the success of her latest horror-comedy film “Thamma”, talked about her first tryst with Korean dramas.

“My love for Korean drama, I think, started during Covid only, because there was so much time on hand. And every K-drama has, like, 16 episodes, which means 16 hours you’ve got to spend watching it. I think that's when it started. I don't have a prominent memory as to when exactly it started, though.”

Talking about “Thamma,” the film also stars Nawazuddin Siddqui and Ayushmann Khurrana, and is set in a fictional world. It also sees a crossover with Varun Dhawan’s “Bhediya”. The film is part of the larger Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, and is connected to the Stree films, Bhediya, and Munjya.

“Thamma”, a film based on vampires, follows a journalist played by Ayushmann, who gets caught up in the power struggle of vampires Rashmika and Nawazuddin Siddiqui.

Her latest release is “The Girlfriend”, a Telugu romantic drama, also stars Dheekshith Shetty. The film is directed by Rahul Ravindran. The movie released on November 7, 2025, in multiple languages, including Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.

She will also be seen in “Cocktail 2” and “Mysaa”.

- IANS

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Rohit P
First our actors go to Hollywood, now K-dramas! Indian cinema is truly going global. Rashmika has the charm to pull this off. All the best to her!
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Ananya R
I discovered K-dramas during COVID too! So relatable. But I hope she doesn't forget her Indian fans and continues doing good work in Indian cinema as well.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate her ambition, I wish our actors would focus more on strengthening Indian cinema first. We have so many untold stories from our own culture that need good actors.
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Vikram M
Smart of her to be picky about roles. K-dramas have very different storytelling styles and cultural nuances. She should choose something that showcases her talent properly.
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Kavya N
Just watched Thamma and she was brilliant! If she brings that same energy to K-dramas, it would be amazing. Cultural exchange in entertainment is always good for creativity.

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