(This article is authored by Alar)

In the realm of Tinseltown, where speculation often intertwines with reality, the anticipation surrounding the relationship status of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandana has reached a fever pitch. With a shared cinematic history that includes blockbuster hits like Geetha Govindam and Dear Comrade, the duo has consistently fueled gossip mills with their off-screen camaraderie.

The latest twist in the narrative, as reported by News18 Telugu, suggests that the two stars are gearing up for an engagement in the upcoming second week of February. Allegedly, familial consents have been secured, and preparations for the engagement ceremony are already in motion.

Despite the seemingly concrete report, sources close to Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have vehemently denied the claims. When IANS contacted, sources to the family asserted that the engagement rumors are unequivocally false, injecting an air of uncertainty into the fervent speculations.

On the professional front, Vijay Deverakonda, last seen in Kushi directed by Shiva Nirvana, is currently engrossed in projects like Family Star and VD 12. Meanwhile, Rashmika Mandanna, who recently graced the screen in Animal directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, is gearing up for releases including Pushpa 2, Rainbow, and her second Telugu venture with Dhanush under Sekar Kammula's direction.