When Vijay Deverakonda left Rashmika Mandanna blushing with his reply on a call during a live TV show

The rumors of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's wedding on February 26th have been circulating. The couple, known for keeping their relationship private despite their public admiration for each other's work, is reportedly ready to take the next step. Their relationship was hinted at a few years ago during a show when Vijay answered Rashmika's phone call, using the affectionate nickname, "What's up, re?" Rashmika's reaction, a blush, further fueled the speculation surrounding their bond.

How Vijay’s one reply left Rashmika blushing

The speculation surrounding Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's relationship gained further momentum during the promotion of Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Animal in 2023. Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika's co-star, playfully encouraged her to call Vijay Deverakonda on stage. The event was hosted by Nandamuri Balakrishna, with Sandeep Reddy Vanga also present. When Rashmika made the call, Vijay answered promptly with a casual, affectionate "What’s up, re?" The moment visibly flustered Rashmika, who couldn't hide her blush. Even Ranbir Kapoor was amused, sharing a giggle at the endearing exchange.

Vijay and Rashmika’s love story

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna's relationship began during their collaborations in the 2018 film Geetha Govindam and the 2019 film Dear Comrade. Prior to this, Rashmika was engaged to her Kirik Party co-star, Rakshit Shetty, but they ended their engagement in 2018. Around the same time, Vijay was rumored to be in a relationship with a Belgian national, though this connection appeared to fade away. These intertwined timelines set the stage for their eventual bond, as both navigated personal transitions before their professional and personal lives converged.

Official announcement by the couple

In 2022, rumors about their relationship grew, despite the couple's silence. In October 2025, they had a private engagement in Hyderabad, attended by close family and friends. The couple officially confirmed their marriage and made their relationship public on Sunday.

The note read, Our dearest loves. Before we made any plans, before we chose anything for ourselves-you were already there. With so much love, you gave us a name. You called us 'Virosh'. So today - with full hearts, we name our coming together in your honour.

We would like to name it - 'The Wedding of VIROSH' (red heart emoji). Thank you for holding us with so much love. You are a part of us- always (red heart emoji). Biggest hugs and full love (hug face and red heart emojis)! they concluded.