Actress Rashmika Mandanna has revealed that she has adopted 400 families and will cover their ration expenses. She shared the news on social media ahead of the release of her film “Ranabali,” in which she plays Jayamma. She linked the gesture directly to the character.

“The Characters You Play Influence You”

In her post, Rashmika wrote that the characters an actor plays can influence them. Many fans, she said, keep asking whether she and Jayamma share anything. Her answer is yes, and this is one similarity. She said she has always done things like this and kept them private, believing it was enough for only she, her team and a few others to know. She decided to speak openly now in the hope that it inspires others to do something similar.

How the Support Will Work

She said she has adopted 400 families and wants to support 400 families at a time for three months, then continue for the next year. She hopes that saving on grocery costs helps them plan their future better. “Even a small act of kindness can change someone’s life,” she wrote, adding that it does not need to be big and urging everyone to start small.

About “Ranabali”

“Ranabali” is a Telugu period drama directed by Rahul Sankrityayan. Vijay Deverakonda plays Ranabali, and Rashmika plays Jayamma. The film is set in the fictional village of Singanamala in Rayalaseema and is scheduled to release nationwide on October 16.

Why It Matters

Charity announcements by film stars often arrive close to a release, which can raise questions about timing, but a pledge that supports families directly is concrete help regardless of the context. By encouraging others to give in small ways, Rashmika frames the gesture as a model that readers can follow without large resources.