Rashmika Mandanna, who debuted in 2016, has quickly established herself as one of the most prominent faces in Indian cinema. A pan-India star, she has delivered multiple blockbuster hits across various languages including Kannada, Telugu, and Hindi.
Rashmika Mandanna’s rise from humble beginnings to becoming one of the industry’s most in-demand actresses is truly remarkable. While her career continues to soar, she has managed to keep her personal life largely private, despite constant public intrigue surrounding her rumored romance with actor Vijay Deverakonda.
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While Rashmika keeps her personal affairs private, her rumored romance with Vijay Deverakonda has become the subject of much speculation and fan interest. Their frequent public appearances together, as well as subtle gestures of support, suggest a connection that both seem comfortable with, though neither has made any official statements.
Question : Would you marry someone from the film industry or not?#RashmikaMandanna : “EVERYONE KNOWS ABOUT IT…!!” #VijayDevarakonda
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Recently, during an event for Pushpa 2, Rashmika Mandanna coyly responded to questions about possibly marrying someone from the industry by saying, “Everyone knows about it,” fueling further speculation. Their chemistry continues to captivate fans, and the two were recently spotted coordinating outfits on a lunch date, further adding to the buzz.
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Before her current rumored romance with Vijay, Rashmika Mandanna was once engaged to Kannada actor Rakshit Shetty. The couple met while working on their 2016 film Kirik Party, which marked Rashmika’s debut. Their relationship blossomed quickly, leading to an engagement in July 2017, just a year after they met. Rashmika was 21 and Rakshit was 34 at the time. Their engagement was a grand affair, captured in a viral video that showed them exchanging rings and cutting a cake in front of family and friends.
Kannada stars Rakshit Shetty and Rashmika Mandanna got engaged earlier this year. Now, there is news that they’re calling off the engagement. Rumor has it that it’s because of Rashmika’s hits in Telugu. But this is how Rakshit chose to address them. Very graceful, and dignified! pic.twitter.com/0jnvKSBa2W
— Karthik 🇮🇳 (@beastoftraal) September 15, 2018
However, the engagement was called off by September 2018, with neither party publicly discussing the reasons behind the split. Despite the end of their engagement, both Rashmika and Rakshit have maintained a cordial relationship. Rakshit has expressed his support for Rashmika’s career, acknowledging her success and the realization of her big dreams.
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On the work front, Rashmika is all set to appear in two major upcoming projects. The much-anticipated Pushpa 2: The Rule alongside Allu Arjun is slated for release on December 5. Following that, she will be seen in Kubera with Dhanush, set to release on December 31. Rashmika’s career continues to soar, with these films further cementing her position as one of the most versatile and successful actresses in Indian cinema.
Meanwhile, Rakshit Shetty has also made his mark in the industry with successful films, including his Sapta Saagaradaache Ello franchise in 2023. Despite their past relationship, Rakshit and Rashmika have maintained a respectful and supportive bond. In a previous interview, Rakshit mentioned that they always wish each other luck before a film release and reach out to each other on special occasions, highlighting the maturity and cordiality in their relationship.
As Rashmika continues to shine on the big screen, her personal and professional journey remains a subject of interest for fans and the media alike. From her engagement with Rakshit Shetty to her current rumored relationship with Vijay Deverakonda, and her rising star power in Indian cinema, Rashmika’s story is one of determination, love, and success.
