The annual compilation of the young and influential achievers by Forbes India magazine, the “30 Under 30” list, has been unveiled, casting a spotlight on the trailblazers across multiple domains below the age of thirty. This year’s noteworthy inclusions from the entertainment industry encapsulate the remarkable talents of Rashmika Mandanna, Radhika Madan, and the artist known as Dot (Aditi Saigal), who have each made exemplary strides in their respective areas of expertise. Earning a position on the Forbes India 30 Under 30 list symbolizes not just recognition but a mark of prestige and honor.
Rashmika Mandanna, a dynamic force at 27 years old, has garnered attention in the Indian cine-scene across Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi film industries. In the past year, Rashmika’s stardom soared as she was featured in high-grossing projects like ‘Varisu’ with Vijay, shared the screen with Sidharth Malhotra in ‘Mission Majnu’ on Netflix, and appeared alongside Ranbir Kapoor in ‘Animal’, cumulatively crossing earnings of over ₹900 crore worldwide. Her progressive stride in cinema does not halt here as she has captivating ventures like ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule,’ ‘Rainbow,’ ‘The Girlfriend,’ and ‘Chaava’ in her pipeline.
A significant moment for Rashmika in December saw her grace the silver screen with her film ‘Kitty Party,’ released on the last day of the month, which was quickly followed by the phenomenon ‘Pushpa’ on December 17th. Mandanna has recently recommenced the second schedule for the eagerly anticipated sequel ‘Pushpa: The Rule’. The audience eagerly awaits Rashmika’s imminent silver screen appearances with ‘Rainbow’ and ‘Animal’.
Her portfolio is as diverse as her talent, encompassing a wealth of successful films across various languages including Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi. Rashmika’s notable credits include her breakout film ‘Kirik Party’ (2016), ‘Anjani Putra’ (2017), ‘Yajamana’ (2019), ‘Sarileru Neekevvaru’ (2020), ‘Bheeshma’ (2020), ‘Pogaru’ (2021), the roiling success of ‘Pushpa: The Rise’ (2021), ‘Sita Ramam’ (2022), and the recent blockbuster ‘Varisu’ (2023).
Radhika Madan, at 28, has become a familiar and powerful face in Hindi cinema. In the last year, she showcased her versatile acting skills in ‘Kuttey,’ and ‘Kacchey Limbu’, and shone in ‘Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo’ which captivated audiences on Disney+ Hotstar. The year ahead promises further brilliance with her roles in ‘Sanaa’ and ‘Sarfira’.
The audiences are particularly abuzz with the Hindi remake of the Tamil sensation ‘Soorarai Pottru’. The Hindi iteration, titled ‘Sarfira’ and starring Akshay Kumar, is scheduled to hit theaters on 12th July 2024. Embellished with a story setting that traverses the realms of start-ups and aviation, ‘Sarfira’ stands to embolden the masses with its underlying theme of dreaming the colossal and transcendence of socio-economic barriers.
Aditi Saigal, connoted as Dot and the youngest on this celebrated list at 25, encapsulates the spirit of multi-faceted talent as a singer, musician, and now an actor. Her acting foray with Zoya Akhtar’s ‘The Archies’ on Netflix India, has won her plaudits for her portrayal of Ethel as well as the contribution of her musical prowess.
In testament to their exceptional accomplishments at such young ages, Rashmika Mandanna, Radhika Madan, and Dot stand as paragons in the Forbes India 30 under 30 List, each carving their own indelible marks on the canvas of the Indian entertainment landscape. The distinction they have achieved holds promise not just for their careers but their potential to inspire countless young dreamers aiming to make their mark.
