After a long time of speculation, the news that we’ve all been anticipating has officially dropped. Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are engaged. The couple got married (or almost) at a private ceremony at Vijay’s house in Hyderabad on October 3, 2025. No one was there except for close family.
Vijay’s team took matters into their own hands, confirming the news Saturday morning, putting all the noise to rest. Rashmika and Vijay Deverakonda have yet to post anything on social media, still respecting their privacy. But fans everywhere are excited to celebrate this relationship milestone years in the making.
How It All Started
Their story starts back in 2017 when they first met on set. At the same time, Rashmika had just ended her previous engagement with actor, Rakshit Shetty. She was getting past that chapter and Vijay Deverakonda entered the picture.
The two worked together on, “Geetha Govindam,” which was released in 2018. There was a lot of talk surrounding the chemistry that the two had on screen. They continued to fuel the conversation while collaborating on Dear Comrade in 2019. At this point, fans were getting shipped hard.
Years of Years of Hints and Clues from Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika and Clues
From 2020 to 2022, the two were spotted everywhere together :
- Quiet dinners around town
- Airport sightings where they showed up at similar times
- Holiday photos that had matching backgrounds
- Family gatherings where Rashmika would appear
Observant fans continued to spot these patterns on social media – their vacation posts would appear strangely similar, prompting speculation about whether or not they were traveling together. But neither actor admitted to a romantic relationship when asked about it during interviews.
In August, they co-hosted the 43rd Day Parade in New York City. They also attended an event called Bharat Beyond Borders together. Just earlier this year, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika had also been photographed leaving the airport in the same vehicle! The clues had been piling up, but they never admitted anything outright.
The Dussehra Post That Got Everyone Talking
Shortly prior to the engagement news being released, Rashmika posted a Dussehra post. Featured in the image, she was in ethnic clothes, and had the traditional tilak on her forehead. The post completely went viral with speculation that it could be something engagement related.
Her caption explained that she felt blessed for all the love for her new movie “Thamma”. Although it seems that people were reading between the lines and thought there could be more to celebrate. Once again, they were right.
What Happens Next
Here’s what we know about their future plans :
- The couple is planning to get married in February 2026
- They’re keeping announcement details under wraps for now
- Both are busy with their upcoming projects
- Fans are already counting down the days
The February 2026 date gives them plenty of time to plan. Some reports suggest the wedding might line up with the release of their next film together, directed by Rahul Sankrityan. That would be pretty perfect timing if you ask us.
Their Current Work
Rashmika has been extremely busy in work mode lately. She just completed filming the work “Kuberaa” with Dhanush and Nagarjuna. Next up on her slate is Thamma, a horror-comedy with Ayushmann Khurrana, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Paresh Rawal, set for release on October 21, 2025. Other productions include Cocktail 2, The Girlfriend, and Mysaa.
Vijay Deverakonda’s last film was Kingdom, released this year. The Telugu action-thriller was helmed by Gowtam Tinnanuri and kept him busy for quite some time, as did Rashmika’s slate of films.
Why This is Important for Fans
For quite a while, this couple was the most talked-about duo in Telugu cinema. Everyone had theories of partnership versus friendship, and now fans have confidence that Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika are an official couple. It completes the full-circle moment of them denying their partnership or friendship all this time.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika have kept their personal lives private from their professional lives. For two stars with lots of fanfare around them, the duo did a great job by remaining tight-lipped, letting their actions speak for them!
Their choice of keeping things private during such an intimate ceremony is refreshing. Rather than having a chew-dropped celebrity public event that was out of character for Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika be made to even seem entertaining, this couple had a ceremony with the two of them and family around them.
Looking Ahead
The transition from being co-stars to a pair of life partners took time to develop and build away from the cameras. There is something real there, and they are now ready to take the next step with one another.
February 2026 may seem a long way off, but it will come around quickly. Until then, we can expect both of them to be working on their careers while mapping out their future. Hopefully, we’ll see some official pictures of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika’s or announcements at some point in time.
For now, fans of both players, and just reasonable people, are happy to see that the journey that started mountains ago has finally been recognized. After much speculation and rumor, the confirmation itself is a victory for any fan of either member or anyone who believed in them at the start.
Whether one follows entertainment news or somehow appreciates people who are good at a relationship, this process has been worth watching.
I admire the way the couple has handled being famous well, while leaving their partnership safeguarded. The couple has proved it can be done. One can be in the media and still have boundaries. As they move toward their wedding later next year, the young couple will likely continue to show a bond that is paramount. If you’re looking for more updates on celebrity relationships and entertainment news, Khelofun has got you covered with all the latest happenings in the film world. Stay tuned to Khelofun for more stories about your favorite stars and their journey.
