"My Character Manisha has Complex Layers": Nayana Sarika on Her Role in ‘Vishnu Vinyasam’

As the global release of Vishnu Vinyasam approaches on February 27, 2026, lead actress Nayana Sarika shared her journey and experiences working on this hilarious entertainer. Directed by Yadunaath Maruthi Rao and produced by Sumanth Naidu G, the film stars the "King of Entertainment" Sree Vishnu in a quirky new avatar.

In a recent media interaction, Nayana provided insights into her "bold" character and the film's youthful appeal.

A Multidimensional Character: From Friction to Affection

Nayana plays a character named Manisha, a college faculty member. While the teaser suggests a bold persona, she clarified that there is significant depth to her role.

The Arc: "Manisha is a girl who has faced many hardships in life and simply wants to live happily now. Initially, her dominant nature might irritate the guys in the first half, but once the reason is revealed in the second half, everyone will understand and love her," Nayana explained.
The Setting: The film explores a unique romance between two lecturers (Sree Vishnu and Nayana), a setup she believes will resonate strongly with students and the youth.

Working with Sree Vishnu and the Team

Reflecting on her collaboration with the lead actor, Nayana described the experience as a "fun journey."

"Working with Sree Vishnu garu was a great experience. He is a very jovial person with natural comedy timing. His ability to improvise on the spot actually helped me improve my own performance," she noted.

She also praised director Yadunaath Maruthi Rao for his clarity of vision and credited producer Sumanth Naidu for his unwavering passion and support throughout the production.

A Career on the Rise

Hailing from Maharashtra, Nayana Sarika has quickly become a sought-after name in the Telugu industry following hits like Gam Gam Ganesha, Aay, and KA.

Musical Favorites: She highlighted the soundtrack by Radhan, specifically mentioning the "Breakup Song" and "Modale Modale" as her personal favorites.
Dreams and Awards: Having recently achieved her dream of winning a Filmfare Award, the actress revealed her ultimate goal: working with the visionary director S.S. Rajamouli.