Superstar Rajinikanth, who is known for encouraging talent in the film industry, has extended his warm appreciation to the team of upcoming Telugu film Mirai. Manchu Manoj, who plays the main antagonist in the action fantasy adventure, reportedly showcased the trailer to Rajinikanth. Apparently, the superstar was highly impressed with what he saw.

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Mirai is Manoj’s comeback film

Mirai, starring Teja Sajja in the lead role, has already been creating massive buzz ever since its trailer dropped. The film, directed by Karthik Ghattamaneni, promises a visual spectacle with cutting-edge VFX, intense action sequences and a unique storyline that blends mythology with mystery. While Teja Sajja plays the hero, Manchu Manoj makes his grand comeback to films as the antagonist. When the announcement was made it caught many by surprise because this is the first time he is playing a villain. But going by the trailer, posters and how Manoj prepped up for the part, his role is tipped to be highly enterprising. And the team of Mirai received a shot in the arm just before the release. After watching the trailer, Rajinikanth conveyed his appreciation for the team, particularly highlighting Manchu Manoj’s powerful screen presence and the director’s ambitious vision. His words of encouragement have now added a new level of excitement around the film.

Mirai trailer was the talk of the town

Mirai trailer has been trending across social media platforms ever since it was out. Audiences have been praising the scale of production, gripping background score, and the intriguing narrative. With Rajinikanth’s blessings, expectations have only skyrocketed. Produced on a lavish budget, Mirai is set to hit theatres worldwide on September 12, 2025. With Teja Sajja riding high on the success of HanuMan, and Manchu Manoj returning to the big screen in a menacing avatar, Mirai is expected to bring back the audiences to the theatres after a dull August.