Director Mahi B Raghav of 'Anando Brahma' fame took up a massive responsibility to making YSR Biopic. He succeeded in convincing none other than Mammootty to essay the lead role in 'Yaatra'. Who Plays YS Vijayamma Role in this much-awaited biographical?
Actresses such as Saranya, Radhika Apte and even Nayantara were considered in the past. Saranya was the front-runner because one could find many similarities between her and YS Vijayamma. Much to everyone's surprise, Ashrita Vemuganti was roped to play this crucial character.
Who is Ashrita? She is the same Character Artist who played the role of Anushka's Brother's Wife in 'Baahubali: The Conclusion'. Especially, Her facial expressions in 'Kanna Nidurinchara' song fetched her many laurels. She is a trained Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi dancer.
Post 'Baahubali 2', Ashrita hasn't signed any other film and left to US. Finally, She grabbed this golden opportunity to show her acting prowess completely with a prestigious flick like 'Yaatra'.
Actresses such as Saranya, Radhika Apte and even Nayantara were considered in the past. Saranya was the front-runner because one could find many similarities between her and YS Vijayamma. Much to everyone's surprise, Ashrita Vemuganti was roped to play this crucial character.
Who is Ashrita? She is the same Character Artist who played the role of Anushka's Brother's Wife in 'Baahubali: The Conclusion'. Especially, Her facial expressions in 'Kanna Nidurinchara' song fetched her many laurels. She is a trained Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi dancer.
Post 'Baahubali 2', Ashrita hasn't signed any other film and left to US. Finally, She grabbed this golden opportunity to show her acting prowess completely with a prestigious flick like 'Yaatra'.