Before the release of Ranabali, Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and shared pictures of the meeting on Instagram. He also wrote heartfelt notes dedicated to her.

Rashmika’s post read, “After such a long time, I got to meet @Actorvijay sir. From the time I got the chance to work with him till now when I remember him being CM, to admire him, his journey has been nothing short of incredible!”

On the other hand, Vijay wrote, “Had the most beautiful time with dearest Thallapathi Vijay sir. Even after a long day, he received us so warmly and shared such personal insights about life, work and the world. One meet and sir already a favourite.”

“Until next time, my love and respect, Vijay Deverakonda,” added the actor.

Talking about RanabaliThis film is scheduled to release in theaters on October 16. Mythri movie makers recently unveiled the trailer of the period action drama, giving the audience a closer look at the upcoming film starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandana.

Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film is set against the backdrop of the Madras period of 1876-78 and follows a man’s fight to save his village from British rule.

Running for 3 minutes and 47 seconds, the trailer introduces the film’s central characters, establishes its rural Rayalaseema setting and gives a glimpse of the struggle that drives the story.

Vijay Deverakonda played Singanmala Bobili Ranbali, a horseman and warrior from the fictional village of Singanmala. Rashmika appears as his wife Jayamma, while Arnold Vosloo appears as Sir Theodore Hector, a British commissioner.

Also read: Ranabali Trailer: Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandana take on British Empire in period action drama