In a recent interview with Lifestyle Asia, Vijay Deverakonda addressed the persistent rumors surrounding his engagement to co-star Rashmika Mandanna, emphasizing that he is not getting married or engaged in February. The actor expressed his frustration, stating, “It feels like the press just wants to get me married every two years. I hear this rumor every year. They’re just walking around waiting to catch me and get me married.”
Speculations gained momentum following a report by News18 Telugu suggesting that Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna planned to make an engagement announcement in the second week of February. However, the actor debunked these rumors, clarifying his relationship status.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who shared the screen in films like “Geetha Govindam” and “Dear Comrade,” have been subject to dating rumors. Addressing such rumors in the past, Rashmika Mandanna, on X (formerly known as Twitter), responded, “Aiyoooo.. don’t overthink it babu,” when reports suggested they were living together in April of the previous year.
In 2022, on Karan Johar’s chat show, “Koffee With Karan 7,” Vijay Deverakonda discussed his bond with Rashmika Mandanna, emphasizing their friendship and the unique closeness formed while working on films. Co-star Ananya Panday, on the same show, added a cryptic hint to the ongoing rumors, saying, “He is in a rush…rush to meet Mika Singh’s line,” indirectly alluding to Rashmika Mandanna. As the speculation persists, Vijay Deverakonda remains firm in dispelling the engagement rumors and maintaining his stance on privacy regarding personal matters.