Rashmika Mandanna’s school throwback goes viral amid wedding buzz with Vijay Deverakonda

Rashmika Mandanna recently confirmed her wedding with Vijay Deverakonda, sending fans into celebration mode. Amid the excitement, several old photos and videos of the actress have resurfaced online — including a childhood picture of Rashmika in her school uniform that has now gone viral.

A glimpse of the schoolgirl she once was

In the viral photo, a young Rashmika is seen in a crisp school uniform with a tie and name badge. Her hair is neatly tied back in a ponytail, and her gentle smile reflects innocence and discipline. The picture stands in stark contrast to her present-day persona — confident, stylish, and glamorous.

From Coorg to national stardom

Born in Virajpet, Karnataka, Rashmika completed her schooling at Coorg Public School before stepping into modelling. Her life changed dramatically after she won the Times Fresh Face title in 2014. Soon after, she made her acting debut with the Kannada blockbuster 'Kirik Party' in 2016.
She quickly rose to fame in Telugu cinema with hits like 'Geetha Govindam', 'Dear Comrade', and 'Sarileru Neekevvaru'. Later, she expanded into Hindi films, appearing in 'Goodbye' alongside Amitabh Bachchan and gaining massive attention for 'Animal' with Ranbir Kapoor. With major projects lined up, her career trajectory continues to soar.

Wedding announcement that melted hearts

After years of speculation, Rashmika and Vijay Deverakonda finally confirmed their relationship and upcoming wedding through a heartfelt note. They wrote, “Our dearest loves. Before we made any plans, before we chose anything for ourselves — you were already there. With so much love, you gave us a name. You called us ‘Virosh’. So today — with full hearts — we name our coming together in your honour.”
They added, “We would like to name it ‘The Wedding of VIROSH’ ❤️. Thank you for holding us with so much love. You are a part of us — always ❤️. Biggest hugs and full love ��❤️!”

Inside the upcoming wedding celebrations

The couple had a quiet engagement in Hyderabad last October and are set to marry on February 26 at a heritage palace in Udaipur, as per reports. Industry friends are expected to attend a grand reception later in Hyderabad. Their relationship, rumoured since their films together, has long fascinated fans.
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