Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who have long kept their relationship private, appeared together at the success event of Rashmika’s latest film The Girlfriend in Hyderabad — and their sweet public exchange has sent fans into a frenzy online.
Vijay kisses Rashmika’s hand at event
Vijay attended the event to support Rashmika, and in a tender moment that caught everyone’s attention, he gently kissed her hand on stage, making her blush as photographers captured the scene. The crowd erupted in cheers, while the video clip of the gesture went viral across social media platforms within hours.
Fans were quick to express their delight, flooding comment sections with heart emojis and affectionate remarks. “His real-life #girlfriend,” one user quipped, while another wrote, “Finally, they made it official!” Others dubbed them “Kondannaa,” celebrating the moment as a long-awaited confirmation of their relationship.
From co-stars to couple
Vijay and Rashmika first shared screen space in the 2018 romantic comedy Geetha Govindam and later reunited for Dear Comrade (2019). Their on-screen chemistry quickly sparked rumours of an off-screen romance, though both actors consistently denied dating speculations over the years.
According to reports, the couple quietly got engaged in a private ceremony in October attended only by close friends and family. Sources suggest the wedding is likely to take place in February 2026, though neither Vijay nor Rashmika has officially confirmed the date.
Fans celebrate their love story
Rashmika, who recently hinted at her relationship status during interviews promoting The Girlfriend, reportedly said, “I will marry Vijay Deverakonda,” which sent fans into a meltdown. The couple’s recent public appearance has only added to the excitement, with social media users declaring it as “the cutest moment of the year.”
Their love story, which began on film sets, now seems to have come full circle — transforming from reel-life chemistry into a real-life romance that fans across the country are celebrating.