Hyderabad — In a beautifully intimate moment at the success celebration for The Girlfriend held in Hyderabad, actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna shared what appears to be their first public display of affection, hinting strongly at their engagement. Sources confirm the event has left fans swooning.
At the event, Vijay arrived to support Rashmika whose film has been receiving positive responses. The standout moment came when he gently took her hand and kissed it, while Rashmika blushed and smiled—an affectionate gesture captured by cameras and quickly circulating on social media.
Their Journey & Engagement Buzz
The duo, whose on-screen chemistry first enthralled audiences in Geetha Govindam (2018) and later in Dear Comrade (2019), have long been speculated to be off-screen partners.
Reports now say that the pair quietly got engaged in October 2025 in a private ceremony surrounded by family and close friends.
While neither has made a full public confirmation, the hand-kiss moment has been widely interpreted as a tacit acknowledgment of their engagement and growing commitment.
Why This Moment Matters
- First Public Display: Despite years of speculation and joint appearances, this marks the first time fans saw a genuine gesture of affection between the two in a public event.
- Supportive Appearance: Vijay attending Rashmika’s success meet underlines his support for her milestone painting the picture of a couple aligned in personal and professional lives.
- Fan Reaction: The moment immediately lit up social media heart-emojis, “finally!” comments and speculation about wedding bells filled the comment sections.
What’s Next for the Couple?
Industry insiders suggest wedding preparations may already be underway, with dates speculated for early 2026. While the couple remains low-key about their personal timeline, the public gesture could signal a new chapter in their relationship from rumours and hints to open acknowledgment.
Their fans eagerly await a formal announcement, but in the meantime, the hand-kiss moment at the film’s success event has become a defining snapshot of their relationship in the public eye.
With this memorable public gesture, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have shifted amid speculation into something more visible: a couple ready to embrace both love and career together. The success of The Girlfriend and their display of affection at its celebratory event make for a story that’s both heart-warming and headline-worthy.
