After playing an actress in `Rangoon`, Kangana Ranaut is now all set to take on the character of Rani Lakshmibai. She is the one actress who leaves no stone unturned to perfect her role and get into the skin of her character. In her next film `Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi`, Kangana will be seen essaying the role of the warrior queen of Jhansi. The first sketch of her look from the period drama has surfaced online. The sketch has her sporting short hair, a turban and a nose ring as part of her Rani Lakshmibai avatar. Seems that she is the perfect choice for her historical role.  As said earlier for perfect role, Kangana has  been taking horse riding and sword fighting lessons. `Manikarnika – The Queen of Jhansi` is being directed by Krish and is written by KV Vijayendra Prasad.