Hyderabad: Power couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, fondly called ‘ViRash’ by fans, made their first official public appearance as a married couple on Wednesday. The duo held an intimate press meet in Hyderabad ahead of their grand wedding reception scheduled for this evening.
“The New Daughter-in-law of Telugu States”
During the interaction, Vijay Deverakonda was seen in high spirits, jokingly introducing Rashmika as the “new daughter-in-law of the Telugu states.” He requested the media and fans to “take good care of her” and showered her with affection throughout the event.
Reflecting on his journey, Vijay credited the Telugu media for playing a pivotal role in his growth from a budding actor to a Pan-India star. “The media has been part of my dreams. You taught me how to pose and how to handle interviews. Today, coming before you with Rashmika as a married couple feels like a beautiful new chapter,” Vijay said.
Rashmika Seeks Blessings for the New Journey
Rashmika Mandanna, looking radiant alongside Vijay, expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming love received from fans across the country. “We have taken a big step in our lives. As we start this new journey together, we need all your love and blessings,” she told the gathering.
Grand Wedding Reception Details
The couple has been celebrating their union in a unique way. On March 1st, they organized sweet distributions and ‘Annadhanam’ (food donation) at various temples across multiple cities. On Tuesday, they even hosted a special treat for their dedicated fan clubs.
The celebrations will culminate tonight with a star-studded wedding reception in Hyderabad, expected to be attended by the bigwigs of the South Indian and Hindi film industries.
