Vijay Deverakonda marries Rashmika Mandanna, Ranya Rao gold smuggling case, ‘Bro Code’ title row ends: Top 5 South stories of the day

South cinema had a packed and eventful day, with major moments emerging from celebrations, courtrooms, and investigations. An intimate ceremony quickly turned into a viral online festival, while a long-pending dispute ended with significant legal relief for a film team. A shocking crime case saw multiple arrests and fresh court action, and a chargesheet in a high-profile smuggling probe marked an important step forward. In between, one brief public reaction sparked strong buzz on social media, keeping fans and the industry constantly engaged.

Virosh's wedding goes viral

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna are now married, tying the knot in a traditional ceremony in Udaipur. The first wedding picture shared on social media went instantly viral, sending fans into a frenzy. The couple also celebrated with the media, distributing sweet boxes featuring Rashmika’s photo. The intimate wedding quickly turned into a nationwide celebration for “VIROSH” fans online.

‘Bro Code’ title row ends

The ‘Bro Code’ title dispute has ended, as the Madras High Court recorded a compromise between Ravi Mohan Studios and a Delhi-based firm, leading to the withdrawal of the case. The earlier interim relief had protected the film’s title, allowing work and promotions to continue without interruption. With the legal hurdle cleared, the team now has full rights to use the title. The Karthik Yogi directorial, starring SJ Suryah and Arjun Ashokan, now moves smoothly towards release.

Aishwarya among 11 arrested

Eleven suspects, including actor Aishwarya, were detained in connection with the kidnapping and assault of Kannada filmmaker Aneesh. “Allows police to seek further custody for interrogation to trace payment details, phone calls, and the role of each accused,” reported India Today. Investigations revealed that the alleged plan involved a fake car sale, a brutal attack, robbery, and ATM transactions linked to past financial disputes. The focus now shifts to identifying the main conspirators as the victim continues to recover.

Rishab Shetty dodges wedding query

Rishab Shetty refused to comment on the Rashmika Mandanna–Vijay Deverakonda wedding during his visit to Mantralayam. The actor simply said “Thank you” and walked away, completely avoiding the question. His silence sparked buzz due to his past association and close friendships. The brief response has since become a talking point online.

ED chargesheets Ranya Rao in gold smuggling case

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet in Bengaluru under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in the gold smuggling case. Ranya Rao, Tarun Konduru, and Sahil Sakariya Jain have been named as accused in the prosecution complaint. This marks a key development in the money laundering probe. The document, filed before a special PMLA court, reportedly links the accused to a larger smuggling syndicate.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”