Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda have recently garnered public attention due to their wedding, but conversations surrounding Rashmika's past engagement with Rakshit Shetty have resurfaced. The couple got engaged in July 2017, after meeting on the set of their film, Kirik Party. However, just over a year later, in September 2018, they called off their engagement amidst reports of a lack of compatibility. Their diverging career trajectories, with Rashmika gaining success in films while Rakshit reportedly wanted a more conventional life, contributed significantly to their breakup.

Rashmika was only 21 at the time of their split, and as her film opportunities expanded, her priorities began to shift. Meanwhile, Rakshit, who was 34, seems to have preferred a more settled lifestyle which clashed with Rashmika’s fast-paced career aspirations. These differences ultimately led to the end of their engagement, opening the door for Rashmika to explore new relationships, including her current one with Vijay Deverakonda, which she has kept relatively private.

As their wedding photos circulate on social media, discussions about the timeline and circumstances surrounding Rashmika's past engagement with Rakshit have gained traction. Although Rashmika has not publicly confirmed her relationship with Vijay, the stark difference in her priorities during her past engagement with Rakshit and her current relationship dynamics may provide insight into her choices in love and career, suggesting that personal and professional growth can significantly alter relationship paths.