Mumbai: Vijay Deverakonda has finally spoken on the rumors surrounding his relationship with Rashmika Mandanna. In an interview with Bombay Times, the Arjun Reddy star hinted at a possible romantic relationship while stressing on the need for privacy and the right time to speak about it.
When Vijay was asked about the speculations surrounding his equation with Rashmika, he replied, “I will talk about it when I am ready, when I feel the world needs to know, And I want to share it with everyone. There must be a reason, a purpose and a time for this. So on such a day, I will happily share it with the world in my own way.
This statement, although not confirmed, has certainly added more intrigue to their rumored relationship. Vijay and Rashmika have worked together in hit films like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade. Their on-screen chemistry and frequent public appearances have often fueled dating rumors, but both the stars have maintained silence on the topic until now.
In the same interview with Bombay Times, Vijay Deverakonda shared his perspective on dealing with curiosities and rumors surrounding his personal life as a public figure.
“It’s part of the job when you’re a public figure,” he said. There is a lot of curiosity, but I don’t feel any pressure. I read it as news. Only once did I feel the need to respond (pointing to the time he posted an Instagram story reacting to a report about his marriage), but otherwise, it’s fine.
For those unfamiliar, Vijay Deverakonda’s comments in the Bombay Times interview point to an incident in early 2024 when rumors of his marriage to actress and frequent co-star Rashmika Mandanna took social media and newspapers by storm.
In response, Vijay took to his Instagram Stories to quash the speculations and firmly said, “I am not getting engaged or married in February. Please do not believe such news.”
Later, during an interview with Lifestyle Asia, the actor humorously addressed the recurring marriage rumours, saying, “It seems like the press wants me to get married every two years.” I hear this rumor every year. They are just hanging around waiting to catch me and marry me.”
Rashmika was recently seen with Vijay Devarakoda’s family at the screening of Pushpa 2 and once again their relationship rumors were rife. Reports also claim that Vijay will be a part of Pushpa 3 as the main antagonist.
