Vijay Deverakonda & Rashmika Mandanna
The rumour mill surrounding Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s relationship continues to churn, and a newly surfaced candid photo has once again reignited speculation among fans.
A fan page recently shared a rare, unseen photo of Vijay and Rashmika, reportedly taken during a private trip at an airport.
In the candid image, Rashmika can be seen casually dressed in shorts and a shirt, standing behind Vijay in a boarding queue. Both stars appear engrossed and unbothered—Rashmika is seen checking her phone while Vijay waits ahead in line. Interestingly, Vijay's father, Govardhan, is also visible in the background.
The image, subtle yet intimate, quickly went viral on social media, prompting fresh waves of speculation about the duo’s relationship status.
In a recent interview with Filmfare, Vijay addressed questions about his personal life in a tactful manner. When asked about his ideal life partner, he simply stated, “Any good woman who has good intentions would do.”
He also briefly spoke about Rashmika, noting, “We have been out of touch with each other for quite some time,” but quickly added, “Rashmika is a good actress and a beautiful girl.” Though measured, his words have left fans dissecting the underlying meaning.
Professionally, Rashmika Mandanna is currently shooting for her Bollywood film Thama opposite Ayushmann Khurrana, and has upcoming releases Kuberaa and The Girlfriend. Vijay Deverakonda is prepping for his much-anticipated film VD14, and rumours suggest that Rashmika might be cast opposite him once again.
Despite neither confirming nor denying the relationship, Vijay and Rashmika remain one of the most speculated and ‘shipped’ duos in Indian cinema. Whether it’s love or just deep friendship, fans remain captivated by every glimpse into their off-screen dynamic.