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Aishwarya Lekshmi Denies Rumors of Joining Allu Arjun's Raaka
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In Short: With Raaka already confirmed to feature Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone, every additional casting rumor has attracted significant attention.
Actor Aishwarya Lekshmi has denied reports that she is part of the cast of Allu Arjun's upcoming film Raaka. Speaking to India Today, Lekshmi clarified that she is not involved in the project.
The film Raaka, directed by Atlee, marks the first collaboration between Allu Arjun and Atlee and is highly anticipated by fans.
Lekshmi’s denial comes after several reports surfaced suggesting she was being considered for a negative role in the film.
The actress, who is currently promoting her Tamil romantic series #Love on Netflix, said, “Somebody please cast me in the film,” adding a touch of humor to her response.
With Raaka already confirmed to feature Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone, every additional casting rumor has attracted significant attention.
The teaser and first look featuring Allu Arjun in a werewolf-inspired avatar have further fueled anticipation for the film.
Aishwarya Lekshmi is set to make her Telugu debut in the upcoming film “Sambarala Yeti Gattu”, slated for release in 2027.
The makers of Raaka have yet to officially announce the full cast beyond Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.
The report about Aishwarya being considered for a negative role was picked up by multiple outlets before she addressed it.
What this adds
The denial by Aishwarya Lekshmi clarifies the status of her involvement in Raaka, putting an end to the speculation.
The makers of Raaka have not officially confirmed any additional cast members beyond Allu Arjun and Deepika Padukone.
What's confirmed
- Actress Aishwarya Lekshmi has put an end to the speculation surrounding her rumoured involvement in Raaka, the highly anticipated pan-India film starring Allu Arjun and directed by Atlee.
What's still developing
- Please note that sending false messages to insult, defame, intimidate, mislead or deceive people or to intentionally cause public disorder is punishable under law.
- Aishwarya’s name began circulating in connection with Raaka after casting reports about the film’s expanding ensemble gained momentum on entertainment news platforms.
- Raaka, which marks the first collaboration between Allu Arjun and director Atlee, has been assembling one of the most ambitious ensemble casts in recent Indian cinema.
- Her schedule includes multiple promotional commitments for the series, and her name appearing in Raaka reports coinciding with the #Love launch may have been a factor in the rumour gaining traction.