FACT CHECK: Are Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda married? The TRUTH behind the viral PIC with Mahesh Babu and Prabhas

Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have once again found themselves at the centre of social media chatter. The couple, who got engaged in October at Vijay’s Hyderabad residence in the presence of close friends and family, sparked fresh speculation after images from their supposed wedding began circulating online, leading many to believe they had secretly tied the knot.

The buzz, however, turned out to be misleading. The viral pictures, shared by Instagram user Gunti Srikala Nagaraju, were later revealed to be AI-generated. The images showed Rashmika and Vijay dressed in traditional wedding attire, adorned with garlands and posing alongside Mahesh Babu and his wife Namrata Shirodkar. Elaborate floral décor and the words “Vijay & Rashmika” in the backdrop added to the illusion.




More recently, fans caught a glimpse of the couple’s chemistry at Rashmika’s 'The Girlfriend' success event in Hyderabad. During the celebration, Vijay held Rashmika’s hand and kissed it, a tender moment that quickly stole the spotlight. Rashmika was visibly blushing as he looked at her affectionately, making the moment even more endearing for those in attendance.

Recently in an interview, Rashmika broke silence on the engagement and rumours of February wedding. With reports swirling about a possible destination wedding in Rajasthan, Rashmika addressed the speculation during a recent interaction with The Hollywood Reporter India. She neither denied nor confirmed the news but appealed for patience. “I wouldn't like to confirm or deny the marriage. I will just say when it's to be spoken about, we shall,” the actress said, choosing not to reveal details publicly just yet.

At another promotional event for her film Thamma, Rashmika was asked about her engagement. Smiling coyly, she replied, “Everyone is aware about it,” a response that only heightened fans’ excitement. Meanwhile, Vijay’s team reportedly confirmed that the wedding is planned for next year, much to the delight of their followers.

Earlier, Rashmika had also set tongues wagging when she shared a video featuring her pet dog, Aura. In the clip, the duo could be seen listening to Thamma’s song Rahein Na Rahein Hum. Sharp-eyed fans quickly zoomed in on a large, dazzling diamond ring on her finger, mounted on a gold band.

The ring was enough to convince fans that Vijay spared no effort in expressing his love for Rashmika, further fuelling admiration for their romance. Rashmika, born on April 5, 1996, is 29 years old, while Vijay, born on May 9, 1989, is 36, a seven-year age gap that fans have also been discussing alongside the couple’s love story.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”