Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda captured hearts with their chemistry in Dear Comrade and Geetha Govindham. Years after these films were released they remain a favorite on-screen couple for many fans. Off-screen, rumors swirl about their relationship though they maintain they’re just good friends.
Interestingly Rashmika once admitted she was initially scared of Vijay during the filming of Geetha Govindham. In an old interview, Rashmika shared that she was nervous about working with Vijay who was famous for his role in Arjun Reddy. She explained “I was scared when I first shot with him because I’m generally scared of new people. But Vijay turned out to be very relaxed and easy-going which made it easy for me to work with him.
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Over time Rashmika and Vijay developed a strong bond. Their understanding of each other’s vibes made their working relationship smoother. After Geetha Govindham, they reunited for Dear Comrade in 2019 which also became a hit. Their strong chemistry on screen was mirrored by their growing friendship off-screen.
Vijay’s supportive nature was evident when he defended Rashmika during a media event. She was questioned about her past relationship with Kannada actor Rakshit Shetty and Vijay firmly stood by her side. This incident highlighted their close bond.
Despite persistent rumors about their romantic involvement Vijay and Rashmika consistently state they are good friends. Fans continue to speculate due to their frequent vacations and the strong connection they share even with Vijay’s family. Although they don’t post pictures together fans often notice similar backgrounds in their photos adding to the speculation.
