📌 Key Points
- Vijay-Rashmika unite! Telugu revels, Karnataka erupts.
- Karnataka’s fury: Rashmika’s past with Rakshit Shetty.
- Netizens allege: Rashmika ‘cheated’ Rakshit for career leap.
- Old wounds reopen! Karnataka’s anger against Rashmika intensifies.
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna‘s grand wedding in Udaipur has undeniably brought joy to fans across the Telugu states. However, this celebratory news is stirring a significant controversy in Karnataka. Kannada netizens are fuming, with the outrage deeply rooted in Rashmika’s past association with actor Rakshit Shetty, sparking a heated debate across South India.
Wedding Joy, Kannada Fury
Controversy is flaring in Karnataka over the wedding of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna. While their grand wedding in Udaipur brought joy in the Telugu states, it has sparked severe outrage among Kannada netizens, who are fuming at Rashmika. Reports about ‘Rowdy Hero’ Vijay Deverakonda and ‘National Crush’ Rashmika Mandanna’s love and impending marriage had circulated for years, and their grand wedding ceremony in Udaipur, attended by close relatives and friends, has now confirmed them. The couple’s official release of wedding photos has delighted their fans. However, this same news, while creating a festive atmosphere in the Telugu states, is stirring up a major controversy in Karnataka. Indeed, Kannada netizens are fuming over this wedding.
What is the reason for Kannadigas’ dissatisfaction with Rashmika? Kannada netizens have been expressing intense anger on social media ever since news of Rashmika Mandanna’s wedding surfaced. The main reason for this dissatisfaction stems from actions Rashmika took at the beginning of her career.
Kannada actor and director Rakshit Shetty not only gave Rashmika her first opportunity in the film industry with ‘Kirik Party’ but also provided significant support for her growth. The romance that blossomed between them during the film led to their engagement in 2017. However, just days after the engagement, Rashmika broke off the relationship, creating a huge sensation at the time. Kannada fans recall Rakshit Shetty’s immense support for her acting career, and many netizens now allege that she cheated Rakshit Shetty solely to advance her career.
Old Flame, New Outrage
Following her breakup with Rakshit Shetty, Rashmika quickly found consecutive successes in Tollywood. It is widely reported that her acquaintance with Vijay Deverakonda began during the shooting of ‘Geetha Govindam,’ and that relationship has now culminated in marriage. Yet, Kannadigas still cannot forget what they perceive as an injustice done to Rakshit Shetty, particularly their inability to stomach Rashmika disregarding the person who stood by her for her personal growth. Thus, while Vijay and Rashmika’s marriage marks the beginning of a new journey on one hand, it has unfortunately brought old controversies back to the forefront on the other.
The comments from the Kannada industry and local netizens about this wedding have become a hot topic online, with renewed allegations that Rashmika cheated Rakshit Shetty for her career fueling the anger. It remains to be seen what turns this ongoing controversy will take in the future. Currently, this matter has become a hot topic.
Looking Ahead
This public uproar transcends gossip; it reflects deep regional sentiments about loyalty and perceived ambition. As Vijay and Rashmika forge ahead, the specter of Rashmika’s past with Rakshit Shetty will undeniably test their acceptance. The court of public opinion in Karnataka remains fiercely in session.
