I just moved back into my dorm, says Vandanapu, who is set to graduate in 2027.

[The press tour] was super hectic, but I had a really incredible time.

Ive never done anything like it before!

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The actor has already starred in productions such asSpinandThe Sex Lives of College Girls.

I loved how campy, big, and bold this re-imagination is.

While Vandanapu was clearly well-suited for the role, it still came with its challenges.

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Shes absolutely wonderful, says Vandanapu.

I love fashion, says Vandanapu.

I wanted to lean into the glitzy glamour ofMean Girls, and the four girls, says Vandanapu.

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Vandanapu chose a striking caped gown for the affair, from Cucculelli Shaheen.

It was a really beautiful, bohemian moment that felt synonymous with my style, says Vandanapu.

I loved the heavy embroidery and beading.

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I wanted something a little out of the box, says Vandanapu.

I loved the exaggerated hips.

The bra also felt Madonna-esque.

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The star has even dipped into vintage, too.

For an appearance onThe Drew Barrymore Show, Vandanapu wore a colorful, archival Versace slip dress.

It was really frilly and girly, and I absolutely adored that, she says.

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Label-wise, the star says shes a big lover of vintage in general.

I loved the watercolor, and that it had a scarf!

I love Prabal Gurung, Falguni Shane Peacock, and Gaurav Gupta.

Whats next for the rising star?

This summer, she will star in a horror film titledHorrorscope.

Ive always wanted to do a horror-thriller film, she says.

Lest we not forget, she will also be attending classes, too.

I do have school, she says, so itll be tough balancing everything!