Vijay & Rashmika meet CM Vijay ahead of 'Ranabaali' release

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna meet Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay in Chennai ahead of 'Ranabaali' release: 'One meeting and sir is already a favourite'

Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, who are working together for the first time since their wedding, met Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay in Chennai ahead of the release of their film ‘Ranabaali’. Directed by Rahul Sankrityan, the film arrives in theatres on October 16.

The couple is in the city for promotions.

Vijay Deverakonda shares pictures from the meeting

After the meeting, Vijay Deverakonda posted pictures on X along with a heartfelt note. It was the first time he had met

Thalapathy Vijay

, and he said one meeting was enough to make the star his favourite.He wrote, "Had the most beautiful time with the dearest Thalapathy @actorvijay Sir. Even after a long day he received us with so much love and shared such personal insights into life, work and the world.

One meeting and sir is already a favourite. Until next time, My love and respect. Vijay Deverakonda :)."

For those who do not know, Rashmika shared screen space with Thalapathy Vijay in the 2023 release 'Varisu'. Directed by

Vamshi Paidipally

, the project has been backed by Dil Raju and Sirish. Despite being busy with administrative work, the chief minister made time for the ‘Ranabaali’ pair and wished them well on the eve of the film’s release.

Rashmika Mandanna also shares pictures

Rashmika also treated the netizens to some more glimpses from the meet and expressed her admiration for Thalapathy Vijay.Reflecting on her journey from being a fangirl to the 'Beast' actor to a co-star, she penned the caption, "After such a long time, went to meet @actorvijay sir. From fangirling him for longer than I can remember to having the opportunity to work with sir to today admiring him for the Chief Minister he is! His journey is nothing short of incredible! Biggest love and best wishes to you always sir! (sic)."

What ‘Ranabaali’ is about

Set in the 1870s, ‘Ranabaali’ is based on the backdrop of the devastating Great Madras Famine of 1876-78. The story follows a folkloric warrior and his village in Rayalaseema as they rise against British colonial rule and its exploitative tax and grain policies.The film is set to hit theatres on October 16, 2026.