Crunchyroll, the global destination for anime enthusiasts, is thrilled to announce its partnership with renowned actress Rashmika Mandanna to celebrate the world of anime in India.
Mandanna, known for her passion for anime, will collaborate with Crunchyroll at various events and activations to share her excitement and introduce Indian fans to the vast array of anime experiences available on the platform. Her adoration for anime extends to a wide range of genres, including romance, action, and fantasy, as well as beloved franchises like Naruto, Cardcaptor Sakura, and Bleach. Together, Crunchyroll and Mandanna aim to ignite the anime fandom across India, offering fans an immersive and enriching anime-watching experience.
“Rashmika Mandanna’s passion for anime is contagious, energizing, and impossible to ignore,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. “We are excited to partner with her and invite millions in India to dive into the fantastical worlds, rich stories and complex characters that are beloved by her and millions around the globe as we build the ultimate home for anime in India together.”
“As an avid anime fan, I am thrilled to join hands with Crunchyroll and become a part of their family. It is an incredible brand that is committed to promoting anime globally,” said Mandanna. “Anime transcends the boundaries of culture, uniting everyone through the power of stories, and I cannot wait for more and more people to experience and embark on this journey with Crunchyroll as they bring the best titles in multiple Indic languages. I am excited to meet and engage with my fellow fans and explore the infinite worlds of Anime together!”
Debuting in 2016, Rashmika is a versatile and award-winning actor, known for her acting prowess in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi & Tamil Cinema. She enjoys a huge fanbase across the nation and was declared as the ‘National Crush of India’ by Google in 2020. Apart from her stunning skills as an actor and dancer, Indian fans adore her happy-go-lucky nature and style statement.
