
Newlyweds Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna shared a light, candid moment with paparazzi at their Hyderabad wedding reception when Vijay joked that the couple now hopes to “end the celebrations and go underground.”
The remark came as the couple stepped out to pose for photos at the reception venue, where cameras were already waiting. Standing against a striking golden sunburst backdrop, Vijay and Rashmika greeted photographers with folded hands, smiling and acknowledging the attention before settling into a series of poses.
In the clip doing the rounds online, Vijay is heard telling the paps, “We hope to end the celebrations and now go underground,” prompting laughter and cheers. The tone was playful rather than dramatic, and it felt like a quick, honest admission of how intense the past few days have been for the couple, with constant celebrations, guests, and media focus following them from their wedding to the reception.
Rashmika, standing beside him, looked visibly happy and relaxed as she smiled through the interaction. The actress wore a rich red saree with a bold black-and-gold border, styled in a traditional South Indian drape. She paired it with layered gold jewellery, statement earrings, bangles, and a sleek hair bun adorned with flowers, giving her a timeless festive look that matched the reception’s grand tone.
Vijay complemented her in an understated traditional ensemble. He appeared in a cream veshti-style dhoti with a simple kurta and an angavastram draped over the shoulder. The coordinated outfits, along with the warm greeting, added to the sense that the couple wanted the evening to feel culturally rooted and intimate, even with all the spotlight.
The stage décor also grabbed attention, with white flowers and lush greenery framing the couple while the gold rays behind them created a halo-like effect in photos and videos. The setup quickly became a visual signature of the night as multiple clips showed the pair waving, smiling, and posing together.
Vijay’s “go underground” line has already been picked up as the most relatable quote from the evening, capturing the mix of joy and exhaustion that often comes with big celebrations. After days of weddings, rituals, and public moments, the couple’s joke made one thing clear: they are ready for some quiet time together once the festivities finally wrap up.
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