Rashmika Mandanna is fueling rumors about her relationship with Vijay Deverakonda. She was recently spotted at a theatre in Hyderabad watching Pushpa 2 The Rule with Vijay’s family—his mother, Devarakonda Madhavi, and his brother, Anand Deverakonda. A social media post featuring a photo of Rashmika, dressed in casuals including a sweatshirt from Vijay’s clothing brand, quickly drew attention, especially since Vijay himself was not present in the picture. This sighting has sparked more speculation about her closeness to the Deverakonda family.
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Rashmika, who plays Srivalli in Pushpa 2, shared behind-the-scenes moments on Instagram earlier in the week, expressing gratitude to Allu Arjun, director Sukumar, the crew, and her fans. The movie, which is the sequel to the 2021 blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise, focuses on Pushpa Raj’s life and relationships, with Allu Arjun reprising his role and Rashmika reprising hers as Srivalli. Pushpa 2 was released on December 5 and has already made headlines by becoming the biggest film in India to debut at the box office, earning over ₹170 crore on its first day and surpassing the record previously set by SS Rajamouli’s RRR.
Rashmika & Vijay Deverakonda‘s family spotted watching #Pushpa2TheRule in AMB…#RashmikaMandanna #VijayDevarakonda pic.twitter.com/prGbMbHn7T
— Rashmika Lover’s❤️ (@Rashuu_lovers) December 5, 2024
Meanwhile Rashmika Mandanna’s journey to stardom is truly inspiring, especially when you look at her early struggles. The actress, who is now a leading star in Indian cinema with films like Pushpa 2: The Rule cementing her status, revealed in a recent interview that she faced significant challenges in the early days of her career. Rashmika shared that she was told she didn’t have the “face of an actor,” which made her doubt herself during auditions.
She recounted attending 20 to 25 auditions, where she was rejected repeatedly and faced harsh comments about her appearance. “I would come back home and I would sit and cry,” Rashmika admitted, expressing the emotional toll these rejections had on her. Despite these setbacks, she didn’t give up; she continued to push forward, determined to find her break.
Her persistence paid off when she finally got a role in a film she trained for over two to three months. Unfortunately, that project didn’t materialize, but this didn’t discourage Rashmika. She was later called for Kirik Party, which marked the turning point in her career. “I was like, how is this possible?” she said, reflecting on the moment she landed the film.
Today, Rashmika is one of the most recognized and sought-after actresses in the Indian film industry, working in multiple languages and collaborating with top names. Her latest film, Pushpa 2, is a major success, breaking records at the box office and further establishing her as a prominent figure in cinema. Her story is a testament to perseverance, proving that dedication and hard work can turn setbacks into stepping stones.
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