Indian superstar Rashmika Mandanna is set to return to the global stage as a presenter for the 10th edition of the Crunchyroll Anime Awards. The ceremony will take place on May 23, 2026, at the Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa in Tokyo, marking Mandanna’s second appearance at the prestigious event. The actress, who is a self-proclaimed anime enthusiast and the brand ambassador for Crunchyroll in India, made history in 2024 as the first Indian celebrity to present at the awards. Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda Grand Wedding Reception: Chiranjeevi, Nagarjuna, Kriti Sanon, Karan Johar Attend Function.

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Rashmika Mandanna Joins International Presenters

The Anime Awards, which recognise excellence in Japanese animation through a combination of global fan votes and jury evaluation, will see Rashmika Mandanna join an elite group of international presenters this year, including Winston Duke, known for Black Panther and Us, Japanese singer and actress Asuka Saito and Mexican pop star Danna Paola. Sharing the update on her Instagram stories, Mandanna wrote, “Back to Japan. To celebrate the incredible people behind anime.” The actress has previously expressed her love for anime, citing Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer among her personal favourites, and often engaging with India’s growing otaku community.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda Wedding

The announcement comes during a transformative personal phase for the actress. Rashmika recently tied the knot with her long-time co-star Vijay Deverakonda in an intimate ceremony in Udaipur, followed by a high-profile reception in Hyderabad. The couple, beloved for their chemistry in Geetha Govindam, continues to be one of the most followed pairs in Indian cinema. Rashmika Mandanna Celebrates One Month Wedding Anniversary With Vijay Deverakonda, Shares Heartwarming Unseen Pics (See Post)

Upcoming Projects

Despite her busy personal life, Mandanna’s professional calendar for 2026 is packed with high-budget releases:

Film Title Co-Stars Genre Release Date
Cocktail 2 Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon Rom-Com/Drama June 19, 2026
Ranabaali Vijay Deverakonda Period Action TBD
Mysaa N/A Tribal Action Drama TBD
Pushpa 3: The Rampage Allu Arjun Action Thriller In Pipeline

Directed by Homi Adajania, Cocktail 2 is one of the most anticipated films of the summer, while Ranabaali marks her on-screen reunion with husband Vijay Deverakonda under the direction of Rahul Sankrityan.

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