Teja Sajja’s recent venture, the superhero film ‘Mirai,’ has captivated audiences following the success of his previous hit, ‘Hanuman.’ The film features Ritika Nayak, who has captured hearts with her portrayal of a monk, earning her significant recognition. Praise has been directed towards her captivating on-screen presence and dedication to the character.
Ritika’s performance in ‘Mirai’ follows her roles in ‘Ashoka Vanamlo Arjuna Kalyanam’ and ‘Hi Nanna,’ where she demonstrated her acting prowess.
Ritika, who hails from Delhi and completed her education there, initiated her acting journey in 2019. Her early successes in modeling competitions provided the platform for her transition into acting.
She debuted in ‘Ashoka Vanmalo Arjuna Kalyanam’ alongside Vishwak Sen, garnering positive feedback for her acting. The role of Vasudha in this film led to a SIIMA Award nomination for Best Female Debut (Telugu).
In 2023, Ritika played the part of the adult Mahi in the film ‘Hi Nanna,’ starring alongside Mrunal Thakur and Nani. Her recent appearance in ‘Mirai’ sees her playing the character Vibha, with both critics and viewers acknowledging her impactful screen presence.
The core narrative of ‘Mirai’ revolves around a warrior’s mission to safeguard nine sacred texts, which have the power to bestow divinity upon mortals.
Teja Sajja discussed how he was cast in ‘Mirai’ after the success of ‘Hanuman’, indicating the director, Karthik Ghattamaneni, approached him with the story. Sajja described the director’s rigorous approach, which tested his commitment to the project. He responded by promising to fully commit to the vision of the film.
‘Mirai’ also features Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, and Shriya Saran in prominent roles, with Manchu Manoj playing the antagonist.