Vijay Deverakonda praises Rashmika Mandanna’s growth, calls her an “amazing woman”: I feel so proud"

The event took an emotional turn when Vijay spoke about how deeply the film moved him.

Rashmika Mandanna’s The Girlfriend has been performing strongly at the box office, and to celebrate its success, the makers hosted a grand party in Hyderabad on November 11.

One of the highlights of the evening was Vijay Deverakonda attending as the chief guest, where he showered praise on his rumoured girlfriend Rashmika.

The event took an emotional turn when Vijay spoke about how deeply the film moved him. He expressed admiration for Rashmika’s journey, both professionally and personally.

Speaking about his rumoured fiancée, Vijay said, “I’ve seen Rashmika since Geetha Govindam, and she truly is a Bhooma Devi (her character in The Girlfriend). From that point, she has become the woman she is today, choosing to take on a film like this at the peak of her career. I feel so proud.”

Further talking about her ability to handle criticism, he continued, “She has faced her share of criticism and bullying. If it were me, I’d react immediately, but Rashmika chooses kindness every single day, no matter what people say. One day, the world will see her for who she truly is. She is an amazing woman.”

Discussing the film, Vijay shared how much it touched him emotionally, saying he was moved to tears while watching The Girlfriend. He also appreciated the team for addressing sensitive themes with honesty and depth.

“More than box-office numbers, this film has sparked thought and awareness, inspiring women to speak up. Many commercial hits fail to make this kind of societal impact. Rahul and the producers have achieved something remarkable,” he added.

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As per recent reports, Vijay and Rashmika got engaged last month in an intimate ceremony and are expected to tie the knot in February next year.

The Girlfriend, released on November 7, has received positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth. Within six days of release, the Telugu drama crossed the Rs 10 crore mark at the box office and continues to attract audiences.