There’s something quietly beautiful about watching two of Indian cinema’s biggest stars simply enjoy a birthday at home. Rashmika Mandanna took to Instagram on May 9, 2026 to document how she spent Vijay Deverakonda’s 37th birthday — their very first as a married couple — and the post was as warm, real, and unfiltered as their love story has always been.
No grand event. No red carpet. Just gym, family, and a cancelled shoot that turned into something much better.
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Vijay Deverakonda’s 37th Birthday — The Day at a Glance
| Moment | What Happened |
|---|---|
| 🌅 Morning | Good mornings with family — dad and Shimmu (who flew in for the birthday) |
| 🏋️ Workout | Rashmika did quick cardio while Vijay stepped out for a meeting |
| 🏃 Together | The couple headed to the gym and worked out together |
| 👨👩👧👦 Celebrations | Friends and family visited home to show Vijay love — Rashmika got plenty too |
| 🎉 Evening | The couple headed to a friend’s place to continue celebrating |
| ❤️ Unexpected Joy | A shoot schedule was cancelled, giving them a full unplanned day together |
“It Was a Perfect Day” — Rashmika in Her Own Voice
Rashmika’s Instagram post was pure and personal. She walked through the day in reverse — a charming storytelling quirk that felt completely her — recounting everything from the gym session to the family visits before ending with the celebration at a friend’s home.
She mentioned that her father-in-law (Vijay’s dad) and Shimmu had come home especially for the birthday, making the gathering a proper family affair. And in a line that fans absolutely loved, she admitted that she secretly treasures the days when shoot schedules unexpectedly get cancelled — because it means unplanned time like this with the people she loves.
The post ended with a heartfelt: “Happiest birthday to you my Viiijjjjjuuuuu” — the kind of message that makes it crystal clear this couple is genuinely happy.
What Vijay & Rashmika Are Working On Next
The birthday celebrations weren’t just personal — on the professional front, the couple’s most anticipated collaboration is right around the corner.
| Film | Details |
|---|---|
| Ranabaali | Period action drama, Vijay as a fierce freedom fighter alongside Rashmika — releasing September 11, 2026 |
| Rowdy Janardhana | Vijay’s mass action film with Keerthy Suresh, directed by Ravi Kiran Kola — targeting December 2026 |
| VDxShouryuv | New project with director Shouryuv (Hi Nanna) — announced |
| Cocktail 2 | Rashmika stars with Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon — releasing June 19, 2026 |
| Mysaa | Rashmika’s upcoming action film |
The makers of Ranabaali also released a special birthday BTS glimpse from the film’s sets, and teams from Rowdy Janardhana and VDxShouryuv dropped birthday posters — making it a full-scale industry celebration for Vijay’s special day.
For more on Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna, and all things South Indian cinema and entertainment, check out Technosports’ entertainment section and our celebrity and film news hub.
FAQs
Q1. When did Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna get married?
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna got married in 2026. Vijay’s 37th birthday on May 9, 2026 was their first birthday celebration together as husband and wife, which Rashmika documented in a heartfelt Instagram post describing their day from family visits to gym sessions and a friend’s party
Q2. What films are Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna doing together?
The couple’s upcoming on-screen collaboration is Ranabaali, a period action drama directed by Rahul Sankrityan, in which Vijay plays a fierce freedom fighter. The film is set to release on September 11, 2026 and is one of the most highly anticipated South Indian films of the year.
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