Mrunal betting big on Sanjay Leela Bhansali. After the success of her recent Telugu films 'Sita Ramam' and 'Hi Nanna', and with the upcoming release of 'Family Star' this week, actress Mrunal Thakur has refrained from signing new Telugu projects, despite receiving offers. According to a source, she has chosen to focus on a major Bollywood project with acclaimed filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, hoping it will elevate her career in 2024.
Although Mrunal Thakur has showcased her talent in Hindi films like 'Jersey' and 'Super 30', she is determined to make a bigger impact in Bollywood. With this new opportunity, she aims to advance her position in the Bollywood industry.
Despite her success in Telugu cinema, particularly in 'Sita Ramam' and 'Hi Nanna', where she shared the screen with talented actors like Dulquer Salmaan and Nani, respectively, she believes that taking on more glamorous roles in Telugu cinema is crucial for her to rise to the top.
The source emphasized the importance of actresses portraying glamorous roles in Telugu cinema, citing the success stories of actresses like Samantha, Kajal Aggarwal, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Shruti Haasan, who achieved stardom by embracing glamorous characters on screen. The source suggested that Mrunal Thakur should consider this path to expand her reach and stature in the Telugu film industry.