Rashmika Mandanna Blushes as Vijay Deverakonda Kisses Her Hand
Fans of one of India's favorite celebrity couples were treated to a rare public display of affection when Vijay Deverakonda kissed Rashmika Mandanna's hand during the success meet for her latest film The Girlfriend. The heartwarming moment occurred on November 13, 2025, in Hyderabad, where the couple, who got engaged last month, shared this intimate gesture despite being surrounded by fans and well-wishers.
The Viral PDA Moment That Stole Hearts
A video from the event quickly went viral across social media platforms, capturing the exact moment when Rashmika approached Vijay in the crowded room. In response to her arrival, Vijay Deverakonda first gave her a high-five before gently lifting her hand to his lips for a sweet kiss. The gesture was meant to congratulate her on the success of her film, but it turned into much more for their adoring fans.
The camera perfectly captured Rashmika's reaction as she blushed visibly at the romantic gesture, while the entire room erupted in cheers and applause. This marked one of the rare occasions where the typically private couple decided to indulge in some public affection, giving their fans a precious glimpse into their relationship.
Rashmika's Heartfelt Speech About Vijay
During her speech at the success meet, Rashmika Mandanna took a moment to publicly acknowledge Vijay Deverakonda's support throughout her journey with The Girlfriend. In an emotional address that drew cheers from the audience, she said, "Viju, you have been with this film from the very beginning".
She continued with words that melted hearts across the internet: "You are a part of its success. You've been so personally involved in this entire journey. I can only wish that everyone has a Vijay Deverakonda in their lives because that is truly a gift."
Mutual Support and Upcoming Wedding Plans
The public display comes just weeks after the couple's private engagement ceremony in Hyderabad during October 2025. While they have maintained silence about their exact wedding plans, sources indicate they are expected to tie the knot in February next year.
This isn't the first time Vijay has shown public support for Rashmika's work. On the eve of The Girlfriend's release, he took to social media to praise the film, calling it "something powerful" and "something important" that would be "hard to digest." He specifically highlighted the performances and predicted the film would create a significant impact.
Rashmika responded to his support at that time, writing: "It IS something powerful. It IS something important. It IS going to be hard to digest – So well put! Thankyou." She also mentioned that Vijay had "indirectly been a part of this film since the beginning" and expressed hope that he would be proud of her work.
From Co-Stars to Life Partners
The couple's journey began when they first worked together in the 2018 romantic drama Geetha Govindam, directed by Parasuram. They reunited the following year for Bharat Kamma's romantic action film Dear Comrade in 2019.
Though they haven't shared screen space since then, rumors about their relationship have persisted through the years. The couple has largely kept their personal life private, neither confirming nor denying dating speculation until their engagement last month.
About The Girlfriend and Its Success
The Girlfriend, written and directed by Rahul Ravindran, explores complex relationship dynamics. The film focuses on a couple's story where the girlfriend wishes to take a "small break" from the relationship, while Dheekshith's character displays volatile, red-flag behavior.
The film has been performing well at the box office, having earned over Rs 10 crore since its release six days ago. The success meet was organized to celebrate this achievement, though the couple's sweet moment undoubtedly became the highlight of the event.
As fans continue to shower love on the engaged couple, this public appearance and the accompanying heartfelt moments have only increased excitement about their upcoming wedding and future projects together.
