Last Updated:
Ritika Nayak’s portrayal of a monk in Teja Sajja’s Mirai is earning her widespread praise, with fans and critics calling her performance impactful and inspiring.

Ritika Nayak wows audiences with her role in Mirai. (Photo Credit: X)
Ritika Nayak is making waves with her bold performance in Mirai, where she takes on the intriguing role of a monk. The fantasy drama, starring Teja Sajja, has catapulted the young actress into the spotlight, earning praise from both critics and audiences for her screen presence and dedication.
After memorable roles in Ashoka Vanamlo, Arjuna Kalyanam and Hi Nanna, Ritika was searching for a character with more depth, and Mirai delivered. The role is packed with energy, depth and spiritual intensity, allowing her to showcase a new dimension of her talent.
She said at a recent press meet, “Ever since my debut in Arjuna Kalyanam, I was on the lookout for a stronger character, and Mirai came along. I immediately fell in love with the energy and depth of my character.”
Who Is Ritika Nayak?
Ritika Nayak was born in Delhi to a middle-class Odia family and grew up in a strong academic environment. She attended Delhi Police Public School, but her artistic inclinations were evident from an early age. Her entry into the entertainment world began in 2019 while she was in college. She won many modelling competitions that opened doors to the film industry.
Ritika made her acting debut alongside Vishwak Sen in Ashoka Vanamlo Arjuna Kalyanam, where her performance caught the audience’s attention. She later appeared in Nani’s emotional drama Hi Nanna.
With Mirai, Ritika takes on a more layered and intense role, portraying a monk against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas.
Fans Celebrate Ritika’s Performance
Social media has been loving Ritika Nayak’s performance, with fans flocking to X (formerly Twitter) to share their admiration.
One fan said that Ritika Nayak is steadily carving out her own niche in Telugu cinema, “From her debut in AVAK, to a standout performance in ‘Hi Nanna’, and now socio fantasy like #Mirai.”
Another user wrote, said, “Just in awe of Ritika Nayak.”
“From her stunning look to her powerhouse talent, she’s serving pure main-character energy,” read a comment.
The positive response shows how much viewers are connecting with Ritika Nayak’s performance and her character. Many fans are also eagerly anticipating her upcoming projects. One fan said that she seems determined to explore diverse genres, from Korean Kanakaraju to her next period film with Gopichand.
Bright Future For Telugu Cinema
Ritika Nayak is making a name for herself in Telugu cinema with her versatility and willingness to take on different genres. With growing fan support and critical praise, she’s emerging as one of the next-generation stars to watch.

Anindita Mukherjee works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18 Showsha. She introduces herself as someone who is truly, deeply and passionately in love with SRK, films, shows and glitz – ba…Read More
Anindita Mukherjee works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18 Showsha. She introduces herself as someone who is truly, deeply and passionately in love with SRK, films, shows and glitz – ba… Read More
Stay updated with the latest news from Tollywood, upcoming telugu movies releases, star interviews, box office updates, reviews, trailers. Download the News18 App.
September 13, 2025, 18:39 IST