Rashmika Mandanna’s personal and professional life continues to grab headlines as the actress recently stepped out to watch her latest blockbuster, Pushpa 2: The Rule, with Vijay Deverakonda’s family. While Vijay himself was notably absent, Rashmika was spotted at a Hyderabad theatre on Thursday night alongside Deverakonda’s mother, Madhavi, and his brother, Anand Deverakonda.
The photo, which surfaced on social media, has added fuel to ongoing dating rumours surrounding Rashmika and Vijay. Fans have long speculated about the two actors being romantically involved, though neither has confirmed nor denied their relationship.
Meanwhile, Rashmika reprised her iconic role as Srivalli in Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring opposite Allu Arjun, who plays the titular Pushpa Raj. The film has taken the box office by storm, collecting a staggering ₹175 crore on its opening day and earning widespread critical acclaim.
Ahead of the release, Rashmika took to Instagram to share her heartfelt emotions about the film and her journey with the team. In a lengthy note, the actress expressed her gratitude and reflected on her five-year association with the Pushpa franchise.
“It’s fascinating to see myself be so affected and personally connected with this team and this film. Never before have I let a project influence my emotions like this,” she wrote. Rashmika also shared memories of working with director Sukumar, co-star Allu Arjun, and cinematographer Mirosław Kuba Brożek, calling them her “pillars of support.”
The actress concluded her message with an outpouring of pride and affection for the Pushpa team, saying, “I love how hard we’ve worked, what we’ve created, and how in sync we all are!”
With Pushpa 2: The Rule cementing itself as a cinematic milestone, Rashmika Mandanna’s personal life continues to intrigue fans, adding an extra layer of buzz around the actress and her rumored relationship with Vijay Deverakonda.