Udaipur: Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna tied the knot on Thursday in a private ceremony held at a luxury hotel on the outskirts of Udaipur, amid the picturesque Aravalli Hills.
The wedding, attended by close family members and a select group of friends from the film industry, marked the culmination of a three-day celebration that began earlier this week. While the star couple are yet to make an official announcement on their social media platforms, a member of their team stepped out shortly after the ceremony to distribute sweets among mediapersons stationed outside the venue.
“We’re happy to celebrate with you and share these pure delicacies,” the team member told reporters, signalling that the ceremony had concluded successfully.
Three-day pre-wedding celebrations
The actors, who have reportedly been in a relationship for several years and only recently confirmed it publicly, arrived in Udaipur on Monday. Family members and close guests had gathered at the hotel ahead of their arrival.
The pre-wedding festivities were spread over two days and included traditional ceremonies and intimate celebrations. Though details of the rituals were kept under wraps, both actors shared selective glimpses from the celebrations on their social media accounts, offering fans a peek into the joyous occasion without revealing too much.
Elaborate décor inspired by Rajasthani heritage and floral arrangements reportedly adorned the venue, blending seamlessly with the natural beauty of the Aravalli range.
Tight security and privacy measures
Given the immense popularity of the couple, extensive security arrangements were put in place at and around the venue. Private bouncers and local police personnel were deployed to ensure that the celebrations remained undisturbed.
Authorities also imposed restrictions on drone usage in the vicinity to prevent unauthorised photography and videography. The organisers reportedly took additional measures to prevent any leaks of images or videos from the high-profile wedding.
Fans gathered outside the hotel and at various points in the city, hoping to catch a glimpse of the newlyweds. However, the couple maintained strict privacy throughout the event.
A much-loved on-screen pair
Deverakonda and Mandanna first shared screen space in the Telugu romantic drama Geetha Govindam, which emerged as a major commercial success and won them widespread acclaim as an on-screen pair. They later reunited for Dear Comrade, further cementing their popularity among audiences.
Over the years, speculation about their relationship has frequently made headlines, though both actors had remained tight-lipped about their personal lives until recently.
Rising stars of Indian cinema
Vijay Deverakonda, 36, shot to national prominence with his breakout performance in Arjun Reddy, a film that became a cultural phenomenon and was later remade in multiple languages. He enjoys a massive fan following across India and has established himself as one of the leading actors in Telugu cinema.
Rashmika Mandanna, 29, has built an impressive career spanning Telugu, Kannada and Hindi films. She gained pan-India recognition for her role in Pushpa: The Rise, part of the blockbuster Pushpa franchise, and further expanded her reach with her performance in Animal.
Together, the couple represent two of the most bankable young stars in Indian cinema today.
Celebration in the city of lakes
Udaipur, often referred to as the ‘City of Lakes’, has in recent years become a preferred destination for celebrity weddings, thanks to its royal heritage, scenic landscapes and luxury hospitality. The choice of venue added grandeur and exclusivity to the occasion.
As news of the wedding spread, congratulatory messages poured in from fans and members of the film fraternity. Though the couple are yet to release official wedding photographs, anticipation remains high among admirers eager to see glimpses of their big day.
With their marriage, Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna begin a new chapter in their personal lives, while continuing to command immense popularity in their professional careers. Fans across the country are now looking forward to their formal announcement and future appearances together as husband and wife.