Viral photo of Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna's lunch sparks social frenzy

Mumbai: Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who are widely speculated to be in a relationship, were spotted enjoying a lunch together, fueling ongoing rumours about their romance. The duo was seen indulging in a delicious meal at a sunny spot, with a fan capturing their candid moments, which have since gone viral on social media.

Rashmika shared a snapshot of herself savouring a scrumptious dish on her social media account. The actress looked casual yet chic in a blue crop top paired with high-waisted denim jeans. Across the table, Vijay appeared equally stylish, sporting a jacket and bucket hat. The picture is believed to have been taken during Vijay’s ongoing shoot for VD 12 in Sri Lanka, according to reports.

Upcoming projects for both stars

On the professional front, Rashmika is set to reprise her role as Srivalli in the highly anticipated Pushpa: The Rule, scheduled for release on December 5. The trailer for the sequel, featuring Allu Arjun in the lead, was launched in Patna earlier this month and promises high-voltage action and drama. Meanwhile, Vijay is busy filming for his next project, VD 12, directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, best known for Jersey.

In a surprising turn of events, an old engagement video of Rashmika Mandanna recently resurfaced on social media, sparking further conversation about her past. The video, dating back to 2017, features Rashmika with actor-filmmaker Rakshit Shetty, flaunting their engagement rings. At the time, Rashmika was just 21, while Rakshit was 34. The two had reportedly started dating after working together on the 2016 film Kirik Party, which marked Rashmika's debut.

However, their relationship ended in 2018, though the couple has never publicly discussed the reasons behind their split. Despite this, they reportedly maintain a cordial relationship.

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