
The long-standing rumours surrounding Tollywood’s most beloved secret couple have finally transformed into a grand reality. After nearly eight years of being just friends and a private, intimate engagement ceremony held on October 3, 2025, in Hyderabad, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are officially ready to say ‘I do.’
While the couple has traditionally been very private about their personal lives, reports suggest that a wedding date has finally been set for February 26, 2026. This follows news of a low-key, intimate engagement ceremony that reportedly took place on October 3, 2025, at Vijay’s residence in Hyderabad, just a day after the Dasara festival.
Although the actors have yet to make an official public announcement, sources close to the stars indicate that the month of February was chosen for its pleasant weather and symbolic significance for the couple.

For their big day, the duo is reportedly moving away from the bustle of Hyderabad to a destination wedding in Udaipur, Rajasthan. They have reportedly finalised a heritage palace property to host their traditional nuptials.
The guest list is expected to be a curated mix of family, childhood friends, and a few high-profile names from the South and Hindi film industries. Notable expected attendees include:
Family Members: Including Vijay’s brother, Anand Deverakonda and Rashmika’s parents and younger sister.
Industry Peers: Close friends like Allu Arjun, Dulquer Salmaan, and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga.
Co-stars: Several actors from the Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade teams.
Despite their superstar status, the couple intends to keep the ceremony private and media-free to maintain the emotional sanctity of the event.

The journey of Vijay and Rashmika is a classic tale of reel-to-real romance that has spanned nearly eight years:
2018: The two met on the sets of the blockbuster Geetha Govindam. Their undeniable chemistry on screen immediately sparked dating rumours, which both actors dismissed as just friends.
2019: They reunited for the emotionally charged Dear Comrade. During the promotions, their mutual support and comfort in each other’s presence became evident to fans.
2020–2023: The couple was frequently spotted on vacations together, including a trip to the Maldives. Fans often played detective, matching background locations in their separate Instagram photos.
2024: Vijay was seen supporting Rashmika at various film events, and she was often spotted at his home for family festivals like Diwali and Sankranti.
2025: Following several public displays of affection, including Vijay cheering for Rashmika during the success of her film The Girlfriend, the couple reportedly took the next step with their private engagement in October, paving the way for their 2026 wedding.
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