The focus has turned from the desert sands of Rajasthan, with the “National Crush” Rashmika Mandanna and Tollywood superstar Vijay Deverakonda set to exchange vows in the regal backdrop of Udaipur on 26 February 2026, to the verdant coffee estates of Coorg. For those looking for a taste of the high-profile Hyderabad reception on March 4, a more homey celebration is being stirred in Rashmika’s hometown, Virajpet.
According to new reports, the couple have planned a special celebration for “home ground,” people in Kodagu, after concerns from well-wishers in Karnataka that wedding celebrations were leaving behind her home state.
Special Gift of Madan Mandanna to ‘Kodagu Girl’
Rashmika’s father, Madan Mandanna, an eminent entrepreneur with a keen eye on the future for the Kodagu-Virajpet region, is said to be organising the couple’s lavish reception.
In contrast to the exclusive Udaipur wedding (where visitors can be only 100) and the lavish Hyderabad reception at Taj Krishna, the Virajpet is for extended family, local friends, and those who have been here to accompany Rashmika since the debuting of her in Kirik Party. Interestingly, Madan Mandanna owns a luxury wedding convention hall in Virajpet. He plans to host his daughter and son-in-law's reception at his own place, making it a truly intimate and personal affair.
The Timescale: Post-Honeymoon Celebrations
Although the Hyderabad reception is booked on March 4th, the Virajpet reception of its own goes ahead later. The Wedding: February 26 (Udaipur). Hyderabad Reception - Mar 4 (Taj Krishna). The Honeymoon: Following the Hyderabad wedding, the couple plans to fly abroad for a honeymoon.
Virajpet reception
According to sources, the Coorgi banquet and reception will be in April 2026, after the couple returns from their travels. Honoring Kodava Roots. This gesture is viewed as a strategic and emotional gesture of respect to Rashmika’s ancestral roots. Kodava community is a vibrant place with rich traditions and a strong bond.
The Mandanna family hosts a local banquet, where their local circle (who were generally unable to travel to Rajasthan or Hyderabad) can bless the new couple. It is reported that a traditional Kodava feast (Ootha) will feature the Coorg’s culinary heritage, which will undoubtedly be a highlight for Vijay’s family as well as the Western Ghats’ hospitality.
Rashmika and Vijay, with this third celebration, are making sure that their “Wedding of VIROSH” isn’t just a celebrity spectacle but an appropriate homage to the two cultures that helped shape them.
