Following years of speculation and secrecy,
Rashmika Mandanna and
Vijay Deverakonda officially announced they are set to get married in a heartfelt social media post on Sunday, February 22, 2026, without sharing many details. The couple will tie the knot on February 26 in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The duo was snapped at the airport, dressed to nines in color-coordinated outfits. The duo will host the pre-wedding festivities at the grand venue nestled in the Aravalli range of the Indian state. As excitement for the wedding festivities grows, let's learn more about Rashmika Mandanna's family tree.
All about Rashmika Mandanna's family
Rashmika Mandanna’s close-knit family consists of parents, Madan and Suman. Suman Mandanna is often credited as Rashmika's biggest advocate, providing the foundational support and guidance that have helped shape her stardom and personal milestones.
The family also includes Rashmika’s younger sister, Shiman Mandanna, who is currently approximately 13 years old. The 16-year age gap between the two siblings is a detail the actress has previously discussed in media interactions.
During a previous interaction with The Nod magazine, Rashmika revealed, "I cry on my days off. I have a sister who is 16 years younger than me; she is now about 13. For the last eight years since I started working, I haven't been able to see her grow up. Now she is almost my height, and I couldn't even live that journey of hers."
According to an India Today report, dated May 19, 2022, Rashmika's father owns a coffee estate and a function hall in her hometown of Virajpet, a town in Kodagu district, Karnataka while her mother is a homemaker.
Rashmika Mandanna's educational qualifications
Rashmika Mandanna’s academic journey began in her home district of Kodagu, where she attended the boarding school, Coorg Public School in Gonikoppal. She later moved to Bengaluru for her higher education, graduating from the M. S. Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce. Interestingly, she holds a triple major in English Literature, Journalism, and Psychology.
Vijay Deverakonda's educational qualifications
According to reports, including a 2022 News18 feature, the 'Liger' actor completed his primary and secondary education at the Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School in Puttaparthi—a boarding school he often credits in interviews for his disciplined upbringing.
For his higher studies, he moved to Hyderabad, where he attended Little Flower Junior College for his Intermediate education before earning a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from the prestigious Badruka College of Commerce & Arts.
Age gap between Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda
Based on public records as of early 2026, Rashmika Mandanna (born April 5, 1996) is currently 29 years old and is set to celebrate her 30th birthday this coming April. Meanwhile, Vijay Deverakonda (born May 9, 1989) is 36 years old. This puts a seven-year age difference between the couple.
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The pre-wedding festivities of the couple began on February 24, 2026. Apart from Sangeet, they will also host Mehendi and Haldi ceremonies. Recent reports suggest that Mandanna and Deverakonda will wed in two ceremonies to honor their Telugu and Kodava traditions.
Additionally, the couple will host a wedding reception in Hyderabad on March 4, 2026. It will be attended by political dignitaries, industry peers and friends.
Upcoming projects of Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda are set to share screen space in the period drama titled 'Ranabaali'. Meanwhile, Rashmika Mandanna will be seen 'Cocktail 2', that is set for a release in September this year. On the other hand, Vijay has 'Rowdy Janardhana' on his work slate, scheduled to hit theaters in December this year.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the
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