Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, both prominent figures in Telugu cinema, are officially engaged following years of speculation about their relationship. The couple exchanged rings in a private Hyderabad ceremony on October 3, 2025, attended by close family.
No official photographs or statements have been released, but multiple industry sources have confirmed the engagement. The news has generated considerable attention among fans and film industry observers, especially as their on-screen chemistry has fuelled discussion for several years.
Their association began in 2017, shortly after Rashmika ended her engagement to actor Rakshit Shetty. The pair met on the set of ‘Geetha Govindam’, forming a strong professional rapport that led to two successful collaborations, including ‘Dear Comrade’. Their performances sparked widespread speculation about a possible off-screen relationship, a topic that neither confirmed nor denied at the time.
After their initial collaborations, the duo’s interactions often caught public and media attention. They were seen at airports and vacation destinations, and their social media posts hinted at shared experiences. Despite media inquiries, both hinted at being in relationships but avoided naming each other, maintaining privacy while sustaining fan interest.
The couple’s presence at each other’s family gatherings and similar locations in holiday photographs further strengthened speculation. In 2024, Rashmika’s television appearance, where she called Vijay and was seen blushing, drew additional attention. However, they continued to withhold public confirmation.
The Hyderabad engagement was deliberately low-profile, with no official pictures released. Industry insiders shared that the wedding is slated for February 2026 and could coincide with the release of their next film together, directed by Rahul Sankrityan. As of now, neither Rashmika nor Vijay has issued a public statement.
Media reports indicate that the engagement news has sent fans into a frenzy, marking a full-circle moment for the couple who have long been at the center of Telugu cinema’s favourite dating speculation. The development has been widely discussed on social media, with both fans and peers in the industry expressing interest in the couple’s future plans.
Throughout the years, both actors have kept their private lives separate from their public personas. Despite regular appearances together and ongoing speculation, they have chosen not to comment on their relationship status, allowing for a gradual confirmation through their actions rather than statements.
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