Starring Kangana Ranaut in the lead, Manikarnika is an epic – biographical film on the story of Rani Laxmibai or Jhansi Ki Rani. Kangana has been learning sword fighting for the film and even sustained injuries on her face.

Television star Ankitaa Lokhande is making her debut in this film and will portray the role of Queen's aide and friend Jhalkaribai.