Mrunal Thakur's reaction to rumors of joining Allu Arjun's AA22xA6 has sparked considerable interest among fans and media outlets. The speculations, which have been circulating for some time, suggest that she might be playing a significant role in the highly anticipated film directed by Atlee.
In a recent interview with HT City, Mrunal addressed these rumors, expressing surprise at the suggestion. When the interviewer brought up the topic of her potential involvement in the Allu Arjun film, Mrunal responded with genuine surprise, stating, "Really? It's happening?". This reaction has added fuel to the ongoing speculation, leaving fans eager to know if she will indeed be a part of the project.
Prior to this, Mrunal explained that she had recently visited Hyderabad for a screenplay reading for a Hindi film, not a Telugu one. She believes this visit might have triggered the rumors about her involvement in a large-scale South Indian film.
AA22xA6, also known as AA22, is an upcoming Telugu-language science fiction film directed by Atlee. Produced by Kalanithi Maran's Sun Pictures, the film stars Allu Arjun, Deepika Padukone, and Mrunal Thakur. This project marks Atlee's first venture into Telugu cinema.
The film is rumored to be a sci-fi action epic with elements of time travel and mafia drama. There are reports that the film will be released in two parts due to its grand scale and is being produced on a budget of ₹800 crore. The storyline is said to revolve around a father's journey through time to reconnect with his son in the future, while also grappling with his past. Allu Arjun will be seen in multiple roles, including that of a grandfather, father, and two sons. Rashmika Mandanna is rumored to play the main antagonist.
Adding to the ensemble cast, Janhvi Kapoor is also confirmed to be part of AA22xA6.
Filming commenced in Mumbai in June 2025. A 50-day shooting schedule took place in Mumbai, which included a dance sequence. Following this, the team moved to Abu Dhabi for their second schedule, where they filmed high-octane action sequences. According to reports, visual effects are being heavily used in the movie, with international studios working on the production. There was also a shoot for visual effects portions in Mumbai with Allu Arjun and Mrunal Thakur.
Mrunal Thakur is known for her roles in films such as Sita Ramam and The Family Star. She is also set to appear in the action thriller Dacoit: A Love Story, alongside Adivi Sesh, which is scheduled for a summer release.
As of now, no official announcement has been made regarding Mrunal Thakur's role in AA22xA6. However, her surprised reaction to the rumors has kept the speculation alive, and fans eagerly await further updates on this potential collaboration.