Rashmika Mandanna-Vijay Deverakonda Wedding: : National crush Rashmika Mandanna and handsome hunk actor Vijay Deverakonda have tied the knot on 28 February 2026. Pictures and videos of both are going viral on social media. The newly married couple is receiving congratulations and best wishes from everywhere.

The marriage of South Bollywood industry’s famous artist Rashmika and Vijay Deverakonda i.e. VIROSH was much talked about. The couple themselves have shared their wedding photos on social media. The newly married couple is looking very beautiful in traditional attire and makeup, from which it is really difficult to take one’s eyes off.

Rashmika and Vijay’s marriage was solemnized as per Andhra and Kodava customs. Vijay is seen in traditional Mundu (mundu angavastram) look. Whereas with red saree and abundant jewellery, Rashmika was looking like Lakshmi rupa in person. However, every look of Virosh’s wedding is in discussion on social media. But there is one thing which is much discussed and that is the black mark on the cheeks of the couple, which can be clearly seen on the faces of both in the picture.

Why is black tilak applied?

Kala Tika or Nazar ka Kala Tika is generally considered a popular and traditional remedy in Indian culture to ward off the evil eye. The purpose of applying it on the cheek or behind the ear is to avoid attracting negative energy like excessive praise, attention or jealousy.

According to traditional belief, on special auspicious occasions like marriage, birth, engagement or any new beginning, people apply Kala Tika to protect themselves from positive energy and evil eye amidst the hustle and bustle of the crowd. It is seen as a symbol of protection from evil eyes.

Why did VIROSH’s black vaccine become a topic of discussion?

It is generally a common thing to see black tilak applied or applied. But when celebrities dressed in glamorous look follow faith and traditions then it becomes a topic of discussion. Vijay and Rashmika have set an example of culture, tradition and faith with their look in their wedding too. On the wedding day, groom Vijay Deverakonda is not looking like a hero with filmy swag but like a royal hero of a period film. Red angavastram on the shoulders, tilak on the forehead, alta in the hands, traditional jewelery in the neck and hands are adding to her cultural and royal look.

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Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda, who have made a name for themselves in South and Bollywood, have today become husband and wife. Both the stars took seven rounds in Udaipur, Rajasthan on the morning of 26 February. Both their families, relatives and close friends participated in this intimate ceremony. The couple had kept the news of their marriage hidden till a few days ago and after which recently both of them also shared the wedding photos. However, meanwhile, it is also a big news that Vijay does not follow his wife on social media.

Marriage announcement and name of ‘Virosh’
Just a few days before the marriage, he had announced his marriage as ‘Virosh’, the name given by the fans. Vijay Deverakonda has shown fans a small glimpse of the cricket played, Japanese dinner and other fun moments during the wedding festivities. Vijay had posted some pictures on his Instagram story in which his and Rashmika’s names were written among the flowers. Apart from this, two small stools were also seen placed in a flower shaped tub during the Haldi ceremony.

Photos on Vijay’s Instagram
Now Vijay Deverakonda has caught everyone’s attention on his Instagram account through photos. There are pictures of looks related to most of the films in his account. Apart from this, photos of moments spent with family and holidays with friends are also present. Nearly 22.2 million people are following Vijay. But the surprising thing is that he has not followed anyone, not even his lady love Rashmika Mandanna.

Rashmika’s Instagram story
On the other hand, Rashmika Mandanna had shared photos of different celebrations on her Instagram story. Decorated tables and chairs were seen in these. Also, paintings of his dogs and some decorative items were also seen. Rashmika’s Instagram account is full of unseen moments from films, advertisements, holidays and some candid moments. His fan following on Instagram is around 49.1 million. Also, the actress is following 341 people which include her husband Vijay Deverakonda, mother-in-law Madhavi Deverakonda and brother-in-law Anand Deverakonda.

Difference between the two in social media
If we compare the social media activity of both, Vijay Deverakonda is less active than Rashmika Mandanna. Perhaps this is the reason why he has not shown any interest in following anyone. However, it can be expected that after marriage he will flaunt his wife Rashmika on social media. And will share photos of romantic moments with them. If not that much then at least you will follow them.

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are getting married. At present, only ‘Virosh’ is everywhere on social media. Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have finally made their relationship official. Both of them themselves have announced that they are going to get married on 26 February 2026. The speculations that have been going on for years have now come to a full stop. Their wedding will take place at ‘The Mementos by ITC’ and it will be kept very private and intimate.

What is the age difference?
As soon as the news of marriage came out, one question that was arising in the minds of people was that what is the age difference between the two? Let us tell you that Rashmika was born on 5 April 1996 in Virajpet, Karnataka and she is currently 29 years old. Whereas Vijay Deverakonda was born on 9 May 1989 in Hyderabad and he is 36 years old. That means there is an age gap of about seven years between the two.

The story started from films
Rashmika and Vijay met for the first time in 2018 on the sets of the film ‘Geeta Govindam’. The film was a superhit and the chemistry of both won the hearts of the fans. Even in the interview, both of them admitted that there was comfort between them from the beginning. After this, both were also seen together in ‘Dear Comrade’ in 2019. Not only this, both were often seen together during film promotions and in casual outings.

silence but growing closeness
Gradually the news of their relationship started gaining momentum. Fans had noticed similar backgrounds in their vacation photos. Due to which the speculations increased that both of them are traveling together. Although both of them had never said anything openly about their personal life. Despite this, Rashmika was seen many times in Vijay’s family events and Vijay was also seen talking very well about her in interviews.

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Udaipur is all set ready to receive #Rashmika and #VijayDeverakonda

— (@_tweetz03) February 23, 2026

Three day wedding and grand reception
Let us tell you that the wedding rituals will start from 24 February 2026. There will be sangeet and mehendi ceremony on the first day. The Haldi ceremony has been organized on 25th February and both will get married on 26th February. The wedding may have been kept low-key but a grand reception has been organized on 4 March 2026 at ‘Taj Krishna’ in Hyderabad from 7 pm onwards. Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is also expected to attend the reception along with many Tollywood and Bollywood stars.