Vijay Deverakonda: Marriage, Heartbreak, & Quitting Alcohol

During a promotional event for 'Romanchakam', actor Vijay Deverakonda offered a rare personal reflection, describing his life as "thrilling" since his birth in 1989. He admitted to consuming alcohol for years, mentioning brands like Blenders Pride and Glenfiddich, before eventually quitting the habit. Deverakonda did not specify when or why he stopped drinking.

The actor also highlighted significant emotional milestones as particularly "romanchakam." He stated, "I fell in love. Got heartbroken, and I got married. No matter what, it has been thrilling," prompting laughter and applause from the audience. His remarks naturally led to discussions about his relationship with actress Rashmika Mandanna.

When asked about Mandanna, who was recovering from a hip injury sustained during a recent shoot, Deverakonda reassured attendees that she was doing well and "recovering and enjoying at home." The couple's relationship has been a subject of fan speculation for years, with rumors intensifying following glimpses of Mandanna in Deverakonda's personal spaces. They reportedly got engaged in October 2025 and confirmed their relationship ahead of their wedding earlier this year.

Deverakonda's upcoming projects include 'Rowdy Janardhana' and an untitled film with Shouryuv. He is also set to reunite with Mandanna on screen for Rahul Sankrithyan's period action film 'Ranabaali', scheduled for release on October 16. 'Romanchakam' itself is slated for a September 3 release.