After years of speculation, actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are reportedly engaged. While neither actor has made an official announcement on their social media, Vijay's team has confirmed the news. The intimate ceremony reportedly took place on Friday, October 3rd, at Vijay's residence in Hyderabad, with close family members in attendance.
Rumors of a relationship between the two Telugu cinema stars began in 2018 after they starred in the romantic drama "Geetha Govindam". At the time, Rashmika was engaged to her "Kirik Party" co-star, Rakshit Shetty, but that engagement was called off shortly after "Geetha Govindam" was released. The on-screen chemistry between Rashmika and Vijay sparked dating rumors, which led to them being cast together again in "Dear Comrade" in 2019.
Despite consistent speculation, the actors have maintained silence about their relationship. However, observant fans frequently spotted them vacationing in similar locations and noted similarities in their photos, which further fueled the rumors. In 2024, both Rashmika and Vijay confirmed that they were not single but refrained from naming their partners. Vijay stated in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, "I am 35 and I am not single". Rashmika also indirectly confirmed her relationship at an event in Chennai while promoting "Pushpa 2".
An old interview with Rashmika has resurfaced where she addressed the dating rumors with Vijay Deverakonda. In the interview with Hindustan Times, the actress said, "You (people) can talk s**t about us, you can say negative things about it... Until you hear from me, that is not true".
Details about the engagement are still emerging, but sources say the couple is planning to get married in February 2026. The wedding date could coincide with the release of their next film together, directed by Rahul Sankrityan.
The news of the engagement has created a frenzy among fans, marking a full-circle moment for the couple. Social media is buzzing with discussions and congratulatory messages from fans and industry peers.
On the work front, Rashmika is preparing for the release of "Thamma" with Ayushmann Khurrana, scheduled to release on October 21st. Vijay was last seen in "Kingdom", where he played Suri.
