Anand Deverakonda Supports Vijay and Rashmika Amid 'Ranabaali' Criticism

Actor Anand Deverakonda has publicly supported his brother Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna following criticism directed at their period drama 'Ranabaali'. Released in theatres on October 16 and directed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film has drawn mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike, alongside public discussions regarding the lead actors' personal lives following a chat show appearance.

According to reported data from Sacnilk, 'Ranabaali' collected an estimated Rs 1.03 crore on its 13th day across 1,488 shows, bringing its estimated total India net collection to approximately Rs 56.38 crore and gross collection to around Rs 65.45 crore. Readers can verify official box office trackers and original studio announcements for updated figures.

Cast, Crew, and Plot Details

• Lead Roles: Vijay Deverakonda stars as Singanamala Bobbili Ranabaali, a character fighting British colonial exploitation, while Rashmika Mandanna plays his wife, Jayamma.
• Antagonist: Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo, recognized for 'The Mummy', features as the antagonist Sir Theodore Hector.
• Music and Direction: The film is directed by Rahul Sankrityan—marking his second collaboration with Vijay after 'Taxiwaala'—with a musical score composed by Ajay-Atul.
• Milestone: 'Ranabaali' marks the first cinematic release for Vijay and Rashmika following their marriage in February 2026, building on their prior on-screen pairings in 'Geetha Govindam' and 'Dear Comrade'.

Anand's Response to Criticism

Amid ongoing public scrutiny, Anand Deverakonda shared posts on his Instagram stories defending the film. The shared content described 'Ranabaali' as a profitable blockbuster that overcomes negativity to earn respect beyond box-office numbers. Meanwhile, Anand was recently seen in the romance drama 'Epic - First Semester' alongside Vaishnavi Chaitanya.