Rashmika Mandanna is set to make another global presence as she returns as a presenter for the 10th edition of Crunchyroll Anime Awards. The ceremony is scheduled to be held at the Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa on May 23, 2026, marking his second stint at the prestigious event.
Rashmika Mandanna returns at Crunchyroll Anime Awards 2026; Ready to shine again on the global stage in Tokyo
The actress had earlier created history by becoming the first Indian celebrity to present the award at the ceremony in 2024. Their return this year highlights their growing global presence and the growing connection between Indian audiences and international entertainment platforms. Rashmika shared the announcement on her Instagram Stories and captioned it, “Back to Japan. To celebrate the incredible people behind the anime”.
The Anime Awards are one of the most prominent ceremonies in Japanese animation, recognizing excellence in a variety of categories. The winners are decided through a combination of jury evaluation and fan votes from around the world. This year, Rashmika Mandanna will share the stage with a diverse group of international presenters including Asuka Saito, Danna Paola and Winston Duke.
Rashmika has often expressed her admiration for anime as a storytelling medium, naming popular titles such as Jujutsu Kaisen and Demon Slayer among her personal favourites. Her association with the platform goes beyond appearances, as she currently serves as the brand ambassador for Crunchyroll in India, further strengthening her connection with the anime community.
This announcement came during an important phase of his life. The actress recently married actor Vijay Deverakonda in a private ceremony held in Udaipur, which was followed by a grand ceremony in Hyderabad. The pair is known for their on-screen chemistry in films Geeta GovindamAre constantly in the headlines.
On the professional front, Rashmika has an impressive lineup of projects. she will be seen next time cocktail 2 Kriti Sanon’s Homi Adajania directorial opposite Shahid Kapoor is all set to hit the screens on June 19, 2026. She is set to reunite with Vijay Deverakonda in the period action film. battlefieldDirector Rahul Sankrityayan. Apart from this she will be seen massaA tribal action drama that has already piqued the interest of the audience.
With major projects like Pushpa 3: The Rampage Also in the pipeline, Rashmika Mandanna continues to balance a thriving film career with international recognition. Her return to the Anime Awards underlines her growing global footprint, making her one of the few Indian actors to seamlessly bridge regional cinema and global pop culture.
