Rashmika Mandanna's Intimate Birthday Celebration with Family
Bollywood actress Rashmika Mandanna celebrated her birthday on April 5 with a private family trip to an undisclosed location. The 'The Girlfriend' star was accompanied by her husband, actor Vijay Deverakonda, and close relatives for this special occasion. Before departing, Rashmika was spotted cutting a birthday cake at Hyderabad airport, wearing a simple yet elegant black sleeveless top with flared pants that highlighted her mangalsutra.
Rashmika's Passion for Malayalam Cinema Revealed
On her birthday, ETimes revisited Rashmika Mandanna's previous comments about her deep appreciation for Malayalam cinema. In an earlier interview with The Week, the actress expressed enthusiastic admiration when asked about watching Malayalam films. "Are you kidding.. loveeeeee Malayalam cinema..Malayalam films are just so pure and people are fullllll love," she declared during a fan interaction, revealing her genuine affection for the industry.
Vijay Deverakonda's Kerala Connection
Vijay Deverakonda has also spoken warmly about Kerala in previous interviews. According to a TOI City report, the 'Kingdom' actor described his profound connection to the state, stating he is "totally in love with Kerala" and finds the place exceptionally beautiful. Deverakonda revealed he visited God's Own Country long before entering the film industry and particularly enjoys lake rides and exploring Kochi. His favorite destinations include Vagamon, Athirappilly, and Alappuzha.
Upcoming Project: 'Ranabaali' Historical Drama
The birthday celebration comes after Rashmika and Vijay recently completed a major shooting schedule for their upcoming film 'Ranabaali' in Rayalaseema. This historical drama, directed by Rahul Sankrityan, marks their first on-screen pairing since their marriage. The period story has already generated significant buzz for its scale and real-life inspiration.
Fans eagerly anticipate this collaboration, as the couple was last seen together in the romantic drama 'Dear Comrade,' which received positive audience responses and became a superhit. Expectations are now high for 'Ranabaali' to deliver another memorable cinematic experience featuring the real-life couple.
The intimate birthday celebration reflects Rashmika Mandanna's preference for keeping personal moments private while maintaining her professional commitments. As she continues her journey in Indian cinema, her appreciation for regional film industries like Malayalam cinema adds depth to her artistic perspective and public persona.
