Rashmika Mandanna says she still feels like a fangirl of husband Vijay

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Actress Rashmika Mandanna shared a sweet moment with her husband, Vijay Deverakonda, at the pre-release event of their upcoming film ‘Ranabaali’. Ahead of its worldwide release on Friday, the actress said that marriage has not changed the admiration she feels for Vijay as an actor. She added that she still gets excited like a fan whenever she watches him perform.

Rashmika Mandanna says she still feels like a fangirl

During the pre-release event, Rashmika Mandanna said, "Vijju... Ante pellaindani anpiyatledu asalu, ok... fangirl la anipistundi ipudu" ("Honestly, it doesn't feel like I'm married at all. I feel like a fangirl right now.")"I am a huge fan of your work, as you know. I am very excited to see what you have done with Ranabaali. All the best. All the best to us. I love you guys. Take care of yourselves, be kind, be happy, enjoy yourselves and keep smiling, okay? Lovely," she added.

Rashmika Mandanna excited to watch Vijay in his rugged avatar

Rashmika Mandanna also added that she was particularly excited to watch Vijay in his intense and rugged avatar in ‘Ranabaali’.“I am particularly looking forward to seeing his performance in Ranabaali where he is playing an intense rugged avatar,” she said.The actress also recalled visiting the film’s sets for a few days while the team had been working on the project for months. She said she sometimes felt nervous seeing the seriousness and commitment of the crew, especially when Vijay appeared in his moustached look with a commanding screen presence.

“Ranabaali is a very important film for me and Vijay,” Rashmika said.

Rashmika Mandanna talks about playing Jayamma

Rashmika Mandanna also spoke about playing Jayamma and said the character would stay with audiences long after they watched the film. She revealed that learning the character’s name was inspired by director Rahul Sankrityan’s mother made the role even more meaningful to her.

About ‘Ranabaali’

Talking about the film, Vijay plays a rebellious warrior who confronts a British commissioner while protecting his people, while Rashmika plays Jayamma, his wife and partner in the rebellion. The film stars Hollywood actor Arnold Vosloo known for his role in ‘The Mummy’ plays the main antagonist.The film will be released on October 16, 2026.