Lakshmi Manchu’s ascendant is on the rise. After her stint in Hollywood and on television, she moved on to Bollywood. Now, it is learnt that Gunasekhar has roped her in for a project. According to the buzz in film circles, Gunasekhar has signed Lakshmi for his new venture, Rani Rudrama Devi. Earlier, Anushka was considered but the offer went to the Manchu girl. Lakshmi is also acting in Hindi film, The Department, as Sanjay Dutt’s partner.