Ashika Ranganath: Soft Girl Glow in Sunset Serenity

Ashika Ranganath, born August 5, 1996, in Tumkur (some sources note Hassan), Karnataka, is a versatile Indian actress shining in Kannada and Telugu cinema. Daughter of Ranganath and Sudha, she has an elder sister, actress Anusha Ranganath. She rose through the Clean and Clear Fresh Face Bangalore contest, securing her breakthrough.

Her movie career began with her debut in the Kannada romantic comedy Crazy Boy (2016), earning a SIIMA nomination for Best Female Debut. She gained acclaim with hits like Mugulu Nage (2017), Madhagaja (2021, winning SIIMA Best Actress – Kannada), and O2 (2025, another SIIMA win). She entered Telugu cinema with Amigos (2023) opposite Nandamuri Kalyan Ram, followed by Naa Saami Ranga (2024) with Nagarjuna, where she was hailed as a "screen stealer."

The enchanting photo captures Ashika in a flowing red strap dress with delicate embellishments, posing gracefully against a dreamy sunset skyline. Her wavy hair, soft makeup, gentle hand pose near her face, and warm expression radiate ethereal charm and femininity. Captioned "Soft girl era @sotbella_in for BMW promotions ," it ties to her promotions for Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi (BMW), showcasing her elegant, approachable vibe.

In 2026, Ashika has a stellar lineup: Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi (January 13 release, opposite Ravi Teja), Gatha Vaibhava (Telugu release January 1), Vishwambhara (April 14, with Chiranjeevi), Sardar 2 (February 28, Tamil), and more like Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi follow-ups.

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