Amid ongoing wedding rumours, actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna gave fans a rare, open display of affection at the success party for Rashmika’s latest film, highlighting their celebrated chemistry.
November 13, 2025: The success party for Rashmika Mandanna’s critically acclaimed film, The Girlfriend, turned into a celebratory moment for fans of one of South cinema’s most beloved couples, as Vijay Deverakonda publicly kissed the actress’s hand in a moment that instantly went viral.
The intimate and affectionate gesture, captured on video by paparazzi and widely shared by fan pages, comes hot on the heels of major reports claiming the couple is already secretly engaged and planning a destination wedding in Udaipur in February 2026.
Chemistry Becomes the Highlight
Vijay Deverakonda attended the event to support Rashmika, whose film is performing well, having recently crossed the ₹10 crore mark in India and half a million dollars in North America.
The highlight of the evening, however, was the palpable chemistry between the Geetha Govindam co-stars. The viral clip shows Vijay approaching Rashmika, taking her hand, and gently planting a kiss on it. The actress was seen blushing as cameras flashed, thrilling fans who have been rooting for the couple since their first film in 2018.
Social media users immediately reacted, sharing heart emojis and commenting, “His real-life #girlfriend,” and “Abba, finally!”
Engagement and Wedding Buzz Confirmed by Team
The public display of affection further fueled the intense wedding buzz. Multiple reports from early October claimed that Rashmika and Vijay exchanged rings in a private engagement ceremony at Vijay’s Hyderabad residence on October 3, 2025.
While the actors have yet to officially confirm the news themselves, several news outlets quoted Vijay Deverakonda’s team confirming the engagement and stating that the wedding is anticipated for February 26, 2026, possibly at a palace in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Rashmika herself offered a subtle confirmation in a recent interview, simply smiling and stating, “Everyone is aware about it.”
Rashmika’s recent film, The Girlfriend, a romantic drama directed by Rahul Ravindran, has received praise for its strong storytelling and Rashmika’s emotionally intense performance as a woman navigating a toxic relationship.