Kangana Ranaut has left everyone in awe with her remarkable performance in her latest film, Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. Though the period film, which also marks her debut as a director has been panned by critics, the actress received rave reviews for her performance. The movie has set the cash registers ringing and has earned 47.65 crore in four days. It witnessed a massive decline of Monday, however trade analysts expect the movie to rake in around Rs 60 crore in week 1.
Amidst the heap of praises Kangana has been receiving, South Indian actress Samantha Akkineni's adorable Instagram post drew everyone's attention. The Mahanati actress took to social media to shower praises on her 'favourite hero'. It seems Samantha is smitten by Kangana's performance. Sharing a still from the film, Samantha wrote, ''Manikarnika Queen of Jhansi Kangana Ranaut the friekin queen of our hearts.. my favourite hero".
Well, that must be a huge compliment for the Manikarnika actress, who is currently enjoying the success of her films. However, she must have kept her fingers crossed as weekday collection will determine the total number of the movie.
The period drama based on Rani Lakshmi Bai recounts the famous rebellion of 1857 and the warrior queen's contribution in it. Freedom fighter Rani Lakshmi Bai, who is an epitome of bravery fought against the East India Company and refused to surrender to their laws. Directed by Kangana and Krish, Manikarni: The Queen of Jhansi also features Suresh Oberoi, Atul Kulkarni and Ankita Lokhande in important roles.
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