In a development that has set social media and entertainment circles abuzz, fresh reports suggest that popular South Indian actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are poised to tie the knot imminently. The rumoured couple, whose relationship has been the subject of intense speculation for years, appears to be moving towards a grand union, with multiple sources pointing to a February wedding.
Conflicting Dates and a Royal Venue
Amid the swirling rumours, two prominent dates have emerged from different media outlets. One report strongly indicates that the wedding will take place on February 2nd, while a separate claim from Filmfare magazine suggests the ceremony is scheduled for February 26th. Both reports unanimously point towards Udaipur, Rajasthan, as the chosen location, specifically mentioning a destination wedding at an iconic palace within the city.
Adding credence to these claims, it is reported that Rashmika Mandanna visited Udaipur on several occasions last year, ostensibly to scout locations and finalise the venue. Furthermore, sources close to the actors have revealed that the designs and colour palettes for the wedding invitations have already been finalised, signalling advanced preparations.
Viral Videos and Palace Preparations
The rumour mill received a significant boost with the emergence of viral videos allegedly shot at the City Palace in Udaipur. In these clips, individuals can be seen claiming that the palace is being decorated for a wedding and explicitly naming Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda as the couple, with one video asserting the date as February 2nd. The footage shows extensive decorative preparations underway, suggesting a large-scale event.
A Private Affair with Selective Guest List
Despite the grandeur of the location, insiders emphasise that the couple intends to keep the ceremony a private and intimate affair. A source quoted by Filmfare stated that only the actors' closest friends from the film industry will be invited. This reportedly includes director Sandeep Vanga and other colleagues who have worked closely with Vijay Deverakonda.
"This is a conscious decision taken by them for privacy," the source explained, highlighting the couple's desire to shield their special day from excessive public scrutiny. Reports also mention plans for a separate wedding reception to be hosted for their wider circle of friends in the film industry, with fans potentially receiving invitations as well.
Engagement Backstory and Work Commitments
The wedding rumours follow earlier reports from October, which claimed the couple had a private engagement ceremony at Vijay Deverakonda's residence in Hyderabad. Rashmika Mandanna was subsequently spotted wearing what appeared to be an engagement ring, further fuelling the relationship speculation that began when they co-starred in Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade.
On the professional front, both actors are expected to take a brief break from their schedules around mid-February. Rashmika Mandanna has upcoming projects like Cocktail 2 and Mysaa, while Vijay Deverakonda is working on Rowdy Janardhana. Fans can also look forward to their on-screen reunion in the forthcoming film Ranabaali.
As the alleged wedding dates draw nearer, the entertainment world eagerly awaits official confirmation from the actors themselves, who have yet to publicly address these persistent rumours.
