Telugu superstar Vijay Deverakonda charmed fans at his Hyderabad wedding reception by shielding wife Rashmika Mandanna from the paparazzi to keep her safe from the crowd.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna hosted a grand wedding reception in Hyderabad on Wednesday, celebrating their marriage with friends and industry colleagues.
While the event was filled with glamour, it was Vijay’s protective gesture toward Rashmika that quickly captured fans’ hearts online.
A video circulating on social media shows the couple posing for a group photograph with paparazzi. Surrounded by photographers and well-wishers, Vijay is seen keeping his arm around Rashmika, shielding her from the crowd.
At one point, he even gently directed a paparazzo who was looking elsewhere, saying “udhar dekh” (look there), ensuring the perfect shot for the cameras.
Fans quickly praised Vijay’s caring side. Comments on social media included: “The way he holds her to protect her”, “He’s protecting his wife, very caring person” and “They look so good together husband-wife goals.”
The reception saw the newlyweds in elegant traditional South Indian attire. Vijay donned a cream kurta with a dhoti, while Rashmika stunned in a red-and-gold saree, complemented by heavy gold jewelry and sindoor.
During the photo session, Vijay jokingly remarked, “Today, we hope to finish this celebration and go underground. Quiet,” making Rashmika and the photographers laugh.
Several prominent Telugu stars, including Ravi Teja, Nani, Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, and Chiranjeevi, attended the event, along with Bollywood celebrities such as Karan Johar, Kriti Sanon, and Mrunal Thakur.
Vijay and Rashmika had long been rumored to be dating before confirming their engagement in October last year.
The couple officially tied the knot on 26 February, sending fans into a frenzy with their wedding photographs. They also celebrated with their admirers, sending sweets to fans across cities and hosting a meet-and-greet session in Hyderabad where they personally served food to attendees.
