"The actress was managed by her south manager"
There have been claims that Rashmika Mandanna was conned out of Rs. 80 Lakh (£76,000) by her manager.
Pinkvilla reported that the actress fell victim to the scam and to keep the matter quiet, Rashmika fired her manager.
A source had said: “There is some chatter about Rashmika being duped of Rs. 80 Lakh by her manager.
“Apparently, she didn’t want to create a scene about it. Therefore, she dealt with it on her own by firing her manager.”
The news circulated, prompting a response.
A source denied the claims that Rashmika was conned by her manager, stating they parted ways on good terms.
The source said: “The news of Rashmika Mandanna’s manager duping her for money and being fired is false and completely untrue.
“The actress was managed by her south manager for a long time. However, now they have decided to amicably part ways for their own personal reasons.”
Rashmika and her manager also issued an official statement that read:
“Rashmika Mandanna and her manager have recently announced their amicable decision to part ways!
“Thereby addressing the numerous reports circulating about their separation.
“In an official clarification, both Rashmika and her manager emphasised that there is no animosity between them and refuted rumours surrounding their departure.
“They asserted their commitment to professionalism and revealed their mutual agreement to pursue independent paths moving forward.
“This statement aims to quell the media speculation and put an end to the unfounded rumours surrounding their professional relationship.”
Benchmark Talents, who is accused of scamming the actress, also hit out at the rumours.
The statement read: “Benchmark Talents and Rashmika Mandanna shared a great professional experience and rapport.
“It is rather unfortunate that some rumours about us cheating the actress by taking her money was spread unnecessarily.”
“While we are glad that the talent has released a statement that the news is just a baseless rumour and holds no truth whatsoever, we would also like to clarify that we at Benchmark are extremely professional and have always been transparent with the talent and the media.
“We might have parted our paths professionally but we still hold respect for each other in every possible way.
“We would request everyone to not share such false and malicious information.”
Meanwhile, Rashmika will be next seen in Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal.
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