Ranking The 10 Women Who Defined Vijay Deverakonda’s Romantic History
By The Editorial Team • February 26, 2026
If there is one name that has consistently set the Indian gossip mills on fire for the last decade, it is Vijay Deverakonda. The man didn’t just walk into Tollywood; he kicked the door down with a disheveled beard, a motorcycle, and an attitude that screamed “heartbreaker.” But beyond the Arjun Reddy angst and the Liger swagger lies a romantic history so complex, it deserves its own cinematic universe.
For years, the “Rowdy” star played the role of the elusive bachelor to perfection. He was the man who “believed in love but not marriage,” the star who dropped cryptic hints on Koffee with Karan, and the actor whose chemistry with his co-stars was often too electric to be just “acting.” But as of today, February 26, 2026, the game has officially changed. The bachelor has left the building.
Yet, before we pop the champagne for the wedding of the decade, we must pay homage to the history that brought us here. This isn’t just a list of names; it’s a cultural audit of the women who were linked, rumored, and confirmed to have captured (however briefly) the attention of India’s most desirable man. From international mysteries to massive misunderstandings, here is the definitive, ranked top 10 list of Vijay Deverakonda’s “girlfriends.”
1. Rashmika Mandanna
The “National Crush” who finally locked him down. You didn’t think anyone else would top this list, did you? For nearly eight years, “Virosh” has been the worst-kept secret in Indian cinema. It started with the undeniable sparks in Geetha Govindam (2018), survived the intense emotional heavy-lifting of Dear Comrade (2019), and thrived through years of “just friends” denials that fooled absolutely no one.
They were spotter together in the Maldives. They celebrated Diwalis at each other’s family homes. And today, they reportedly sealed the deal in a lavish, fortress-guarded ceremony in Udaipur. Rashmika isn’t just a girlfriend; she is the endgame. She weathered the storms of his career highs and lows and stood by him when the internet was ruthless. Their relationship is the rare celebrity romance that feels earned, not engineered.
- Full Name:Rashmika Mandanna
- Age/DOB:29 (April 5, 1996)
- Net Worth:₹66 Crore (approx.)
- Origin:Virajpet, Karnataka
- Known For:Pushpa,Animal, Being the “National Crush”
- Current Status:Officially Mrs. Deverakonda (as of today!)
2. Virginie
Before the fame, before the frenzy, there was Virginie. This is the relationship that shaped the man before the myth took over. A Belgian model who Vijay met during his Pelli Choopulu days around 2016, Virginie was the “serious” girlfriend who knew him when he was just a struggling actor with a dream.
Photos of them were intimate and undeniable—cozy family dinners, candid moments, and a chemistry that screamed “long-term.” She even had a blink-and-you-miss-it cameo in Pelli Choopulu. They reportedly broke up around 2018 as his stardom exploded and distance took its toll. She remains the mysterious “one that got away,” the grounding force he perhaps had to leave behind to become the superstar he is today.
- Full Name:Virginie (Surname withheld for privacy)
- Age:Early 30s
- Net Worth:Undisclosed (Est. $1M – $5M)
- Origin:Belgium
- Known For:Modeling, Being the “OG” Ex
- Current Status:Living a private life in Europe
3. Ananya Panday
If Virginie was the serious past, Ananya was the chaotic, glittery distraction. The rumors kicked into high gear during the disastrously hyped promotional tour for Liger. On the Koffee with Karan couch, Ananya dropped the now-infamous line that she was in a “rush to meet Mika”—a not-so-subtle pun on Rashmika’s name—hinting she knew exactly who Vijay was dating.
But that didn’t stop the tabloids from spinning a narrative. Their on-screen chemistry was… well, let’s call it “energetic,” and their off-screen banter was flirtatious enough to keep the Bollywood paparazzi employed for months. Was it a PR showmance? Likely. Was it entertaining? Absolutely. Ananya represents Vijay’s brief, blinding collision with the nepotism-fueled glitz of Dharma Productions.
- Full Name:Ananya Panday
- Age/DOB:27 (October 30, 1998)
- Net Worth:₹74 Crore
- Origin:Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Known For:Student of the Year 2,Kho Gaye Hum Kahan
- Current Status:Bollywood A-lister
4. Samantha Ruth Prabhu
This is the “what if” that kept fans awake at night. When Vijay and Samantha teamed up for Kushi, the air in the room famously changed. But the real juice came from Vijay himself, who openly confessed to having a massive crush on Samantha ever since he saw her on the big screen during his college days. “I was in love with her,” he admitted, sending the internet into a meltdown.
Their bond during the filming of Kushi was intense, with Samantha going through her personal health battles and divorce, and Vijay stepping up as a fierce support system. While both maintained they were strictly platonic, the sheer adoration in Vijay’s eyes whenever he looked at her suggested a deep, emotional intimacy that transcended a typical co-star equation.
- Full Name:Samantha Ruth Prabhu
- Age/DOB:38 (April 28, 1987)
- Net Worth:₹101 Crore
- Origin:Chennai, Tamil Nadu
- Known For:The Family Man,Oo Antava,Kushi
- Current Status:Pan-Indian Superstar
5. Mrunal Thakur
A more recent entry to the list, Mrunal Thakur entered the chat with The Family Star (2024). Fresh off her success in Sita Ramam, Mrunal was the “green flag” heroine everyone wanted Vijay to end up with. The rumors here were subtle but persistent, fueled by their joint interviews where Vijay seemed unusually unguarded and impressed by her.
Unlike the chaotic energy of the Ananya rumors, the Mrunal speculation was wholesome. Fans shipped them because they looked like a couple that made sense—two outsiders who climbed the ladder through sheer talent. While it likely never crossed the line into romance, their bond was strong enough to make Rashmika fans just a little bit nervous for a few months.
- Full Name:Mrunal Thakur
- Age/DOB:33 (August 1, 1992)
- Net Worth:₹33-40 Crore
- Origin:Dhule, Maharashtra
- Known For:Sita Ramam,Hi Nanna,Family Star
- Current Status:One of the most sought-after actresses in India
6. Niharika Konidela
The rumor that got so out of hand, Vijay had to publicly kill it. Being linked to the “Mega” family is a rite of passage for any rising Telugu star, but this was different. Speculation ran wild that Vijay and Niharika (daughter of Naga Babu, niece of Chiranjeevi) were not just dating, but actively planning a wedding.
It got to the point where Vijay showed up at her film’s pre-release event specifically to call her his “sister” and “little one,” effectively friend-zoning the entire rumor mill into silence. It was a masterclass in crisis management. Niharika later laughed it off, but for a solid three months, Hyderabad was convinced Vijay was becoming a Konidela in-law.
- Full Name:Niharika Konidela
- Age/DOB:32 (December 18, 1993)
- Net Worth:₹30 Crore
- Origin:Hyderabad, Telangana
- Known For:Oka Manasu, Producing web series
- Current Status:Producer and Actress
7. Izabelle Leite
Another international model, another swirl of rumors. Izabelle Leite, a Brazilian beauty who had previously dated Virat Kohli (yes, really), was cast alongside Vijay in the anthology disaster World Famous Lover. While the movie tanked, the pictures of them filming in France did not.
Vijay has a “type,” and Izabelle—tall, foreign, and fashion-forward—fit the Virginie mold perfectly. The rumors were short-lived but intense, largely because Izabelle is known for not mincing words. It remains one of those “did they or didn’t they” chapters that got buried under the film’s box office failure.
- Full Name:Izabelle Leite
- Age/DOB:35 (September 1, 1990)
- Net Worth:₹30 Crore ($4 Million)
- Origin:João Pessoa, Brazil
- Known For:World Famous Lover,Sixteen
- Current Status:Model and Influencer
8. Raashi Khanna
Raashi Khanna holds the title of the “Bestie” who could have been more. They worked together in World Famous Lover, where their segment was easily the most steamy and convincing part of the film. Raashi has gone on record calling Vijay one of her favorite co-stars, and their comfort level in interviews often raised eyebrows.
However, Raashi has always played it cool, positioning herself as the buddy rather than the love interest. In the grand timeline of Vijay’s life, she represents the safe, supportive zone—the woman he could party with without the pressure of a relationship tag.
- Full Name:Raashii Khanna
- Age/DOB:35 (November 30, 1990)
- Net Worth:₹66 Crore
- Origin:New Delhi
- Known For:Tholi Prema,Farzi
- Current Status:Pan-Indian star with major OTT hits
9. Shalini Pandey
The Preeti to his Arjun. You cannot talk about Vijay Deverakonda without talking about Shalini Pandey. Their raw, visceral chemistry in Arjun Reddy convinced an entire generation that they had to be in love. The crying, the kissing, the intensity—it felt too real to be fake.
But in reality, they were both just terrified newcomers clinging to each other for survival in a high-stakes project. Shalini has clarified multiple times that Vijay was a mentor and a protector, not a boyfriend. Still, for the purists, this is the ship that started it all.
- Full Name:Shalini Pandey
- Age/DOB:32 (September 23, 1993)
- Net Worth:₹3-5 Crore
- Origin:Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
- Known For:Arjun Reddy,Jayeshbhai Jordaar
- Current Status:Working in Bollywood and Tollywood
10. Ritu Varma
The girl next door. Ritu Varma was the co-star of his first breakout hit, Pelli Choopulu. Their relationship was sweet, grounded, and devoid of the toxicity that defined his later on-screen pairings. Rumors were gentle back then—mostly hopeful whispers from fans who loved their simple, realistic dynamic.
Ritu represents the innocence of Vijay’s career before he became “The” Vijay Deverakonda. There was no scandal here, just a quiet, mutual respect that laid the foundation for his reputation as a co-star who lets his leading ladies shine.
- Full Name:Ritu Varma
- Age/DOB:35 (March 10, 1990)
- Net Worth:₹7 Crore
- Origin:Hyderabad, Telangana
- Known For:Pelli Choopulu,Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal
- Current Status:Established lead actress
The Verdict
Looking at this list, a clear pattern emerges from the chaos of Vijay Deverakonda’s bachelorhood. He is a man who values deep connection over superficial flings (Virginie, Rashmika), yet isn’t afraid to let the public imagination run wild for the sake of a movie promotion (Ananya, Mrunal).
He transitioned from the boy who dated a “mystery foreign model” to the man marrying the “National Crush,” a journey that mirrors his own rise from an outsider to the center of the Indian film industry. While the rumors were fun, the reality—a stable, years-long partnership with Rashmika—proves that the “Rowdy” boy was a lover boy at heart all along.
The list is closed. The bachelor is retired. Long live Virosh.
