Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's Wedding: A Celebration of Love
A Grand Celebration in Udaipur
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda's wedding has become a hot topic this month, featuring a lavish four-day celebration that commenced on February 23 in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The festivities included pool volleyball and a delightful Japanese dining experience. Their wedding, held on February 26, was a private affair steeped in Telugu and Kodava traditions. Following the ceremonies, the couple returned to Hyderabad to continue with additional rituals and prepare for their reception. Their wedding photos took social media by storm, with Rashmika's Instagram post garnering an impressive 23.5 million likes, while Vijay's post received 18.5 million likes, marking Rashmika as the most-liked actress in Asia, surpassing Virat Kohli's previous record.
Rashmika Surpasses Virat Kohli's Record
Rashmika Mandanna breaks Virat Kohli's record
On February 26, Rashmika shared heartfelt wedding pictures on Instagram, which quickly went viral, amassing 23.5 million likes. Previously, Virat Kohli held the record with 22.9 million likes on a post celebrating his ICC Men's T20 World Cup victory against the West Indies, despite having a massive following of 274 million.
First Appearance as a Married Couple
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda first appearance
After their intimate wedding, the newlyweds were spotted at the airport, marking their first public appearance as a married couple. Vijay donned a stylish oversized white kurta and pants, while Rashmika dazzled in a red and gold embroidered anarkali, radiating bridal beauty with a bright smile. Her sindoor was particularly eye-catching. The couple expressed gratitude to the media and fans for their overwhelming support. When a photographer referred to her as ‘Rashmika Deverakonda’, she blushed and smiled, as they walked hand in hand into the airport.
Nostalgia from Their On-Screen Romance
Reel wedding video goes viral
As their wedding images circulated online, fans reminisced about their on-screen romance in the film Geetha Govindam. Clips from the movie, where Vijay and Rashmika portrayed a couple getting married according to Telugu customs, resurfaced, evoking strong emotions among fans. In a memorable scene, Vijay's character ties a sacred thread around Rashmika's neck, symbolizing their union, mirroring the joy Rashmika felt during her real-life wedding. Following their intimate ceremony, the couple is set to host a grand reception in Hyderabad on March 4, with a guest list that includes their co-stars, including Allu Arjun, who is expected to attend for his co-star from Pushpa 2: The Rule.