In the Indian pop culture couch, Koffee with Karan is often treated as the new Oracle of Delphi. Saying it there, the universe, and Karan Johar may simply make it happen. Season 7 provided ample unfiltered content. However, no episode was ever as interesting as the one featuring Sara Ali Khan and Janhvi Kapoor.
Sara and Janhvi have been dropping pieces of bread, or rather, cheese, on “The Wedding of VIROSH“. This was long before Vijay and Rashmika confirmed getting married.
The Infamous “Cheese” Banter
The episode was based on a repetitive cheese metaphor, which easily went viral. When Karan requested Sara to name a boy whom she wished to date, she hesitated and said, Vijay Deverakonda.
Then there was a sportive tug-of-war. In previous seasons, Janhvi, however, confessed a crush on the Liger star. Karan then questions, why are you guys passing Vijay Deverakonda like a slice of cheese?
Sara’s fast response stole the segment. We are not after the same piece of cheese, you see, you can have it, I gifted it to Janhvi, she said jokingly. She later, in Rapid Fire, cracked a joke that she was on a keto diet but was still missing cheese. The metaphor stuck. This became a nickname for Vijay.
The Rashmika Mandanna Slip-Up
As the Vijay crush became headline news, a sharper hint was one that involved Rashmika.
In Rapid Fire, Karan asked Janhvi whether she watched the social media of other actresses. Janhvi admitted that she used to be curious about the fact that the number of Instagram followers of Rashmika was growing so fast.
Sara cut in with, “How cheesy!”
The workroom broke into laughter. To casual viewers, it was a pun. To fans, it was close to an insistence on VIROSH’s romance. Even Sara said, nobody will get it. The knowing smile on the face of Karan told otherwise.
Reflectively, it was not so much banter as a hint to an open secret.
The Wedding of VIROSH: Timeline
Since February 2026, that episode seemed like a soft launch. The Vijayrashmika romance was a private but not secret for years:
- 2018-2019: The two were very well-paired in Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.
- 2022: Sara and Janhvi removed the lines about cheese in Season 7. This one showed the rumors were true gossip in the industry.
- 2023-2024: Fans have seen them on the silent holidays in the Maldives and New York. Moreover, with the same backdrop in their solo photographs.
- October 2025: It was reported that there was a private meeting in Hyderabad.
- Feb 22, 2026: The couple announced their relationship on IG. Following that, the fans began naming it “The Wedding of VIROSH”.
Why the KWK Moment Counts
Couch prophesies have a history in Koffee with Karan. Since Katrina Kaif casually said she would look good with Vicky Kaushal. Even Alia Bhatt talked about Ranbir Kapoor on many occasions. Undoubtedly, the show tends to influence the general perception even before reality sets in.
Making fun of Vijay as a slice of cheese, Sara and Janhvi accomplished two things. The rumors proved true because they contained more than mere improbable speculation.
It was a clever, carried whisper in the industry, word for word.
VIROSH: The Era Begins
By February 24, 2026, the destination wedding is reported to have Vijay and Rashmika in Udaipur. What seemed to be cheesy remarks made by Sara in the past, the internet now operates on VIROSH hashtags.
The episode of Season 7 is still a time capsule of pop culture. Two actresses, a permanent comedic element and a romantic relationship which defined the entire decade.
FAQs
Why did Sara Ali Khan refer to Vijay Deverakonda as Cheese in KWK?
In the second episode of Koffee with Karan Season 7 Sara and Janhvi shared their attraction towards Vijay. Karan compared it to sharing a slice of cheese. The metaphor stuck. Sara made an Instagram comment about Rashmika’s Instagram growth which she later described as cheesy.
When will Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna get married?
Their marriage announcement took place on February 22 2026. The Wedding of VIROSH festivities are happening in Udaipur. Nonetheless, the actual wedding will take place on February 26 2026.
Was there any dating between Janhvi Kapoor and Vijay Deverakonda?
No. The show revealed Janhvi’s crush on him. Though both parties claimed they were just friends. The cheese exchange between them functioned as a humorous demonstration, performed for the cameras. Reports had already linked Vijay to a secret relationship with Rashmika.
What does “VIROSH” mean?
The term “VIROSH” is the combination of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna. The couple described their marriage announcement using the name as a nod to their fans.
Is it a VIROSH of fans and industry wedding reception?
Yes. The Udaipur ceremony will remain privat. While the Taj Krishna party will take place on March 4 2026. Top names from both the Telugu and Hindi film industries will attend. Along with political figures, such as Telangana CM Revanth Reddy, will be requested.
