Rashmika Mandanna shot song for “Thamma” amid foot fracture, defied doctor’s orders

In a stunning display of grit and professional resolve, actor-star Rashmika Mandanna revealed that she filmed the high-energy song from her recent film Thamma despite recovering from a fractured foot. According to her account, doctors had prescribed three months of bed rest. Yet Rashmika was back on her feet and on set in about 30 days — much sooner than expected — much to her doctors’ chagrin. 

The injury reportedly stemmed from a gym workout, during which she sustained multiple fractures and a muscle tear in her foot. While such an injury would typically sideline any performer for an extended period, Rashmika undertook the song shoot in spite of the pain. “I was in so much pain, I can’t even begin to tell you,” she said in a candid interview. “But I remember being in so much pain, and I had to shoot the song in that pain as well.” 

She added that when she looks at her foot today, she can see that its shape has changed — a lasting reminder of the strain she pushed through. But she emphasised that seeing audiences enjoy the film makes every moment of discomfort feel worthwhile. “What matters is the love that people give, and the happy faces on people’s faces. That’s what it’s all about,” she said. 

The film itself has done well at the box office, and the song in question has drawn attention for its staging, choreography and the vibrant location. According to other reports, the production team decided last-minute to shoot the song at a picturesque location originally used for another sequence — and the entire song was wrapped in just three to four days, despite the actress’s injury. 

Rashmika’s approach to her craft — refusing to let physical setbacks halt production — has caught the admiration of many in the film industry and among her fans. Some behind-the-scenes sources say her determination helped keep the schedule on track, which can be particularly challenging when an injury forces sudden changes in logistics, choreography and health management.

From a broader perspective, this episode underlines the pressures and physical demands actors face — especially when multiple commitments overlap. Rashmika reportedly had other promotional activities to attend as well, and making the shoot happen amidst recovery required not just courage but coordination. Her statement that “the doctors were really pissed” reflects the conflict between medical advice and professional obligations. 

For fans, the story offers a glimpse into the behind-the-scenes resilience of a major star. While glamour often obscures the toil behind the camera, Rashmika’s injury and subsequent shoot highlight the grit required to deliver high-profile work on schedule. It also raises questions about industry expectations and whether health constraints get adequately accommodated in time-sensitive productions.

In the coming weeks, Rashmika’s interviews and social-media posts have started to focus on recovery, physiotherapy and ensuring long-term well-being — suggesting that the incident may prompt more public conversation around actor wellness. For now, however, she stands lauded for pulling off a demanding song sequence under less-than-ideal physical conditions.