Vijay Deverakonda Biography
Deverakonda Vijay Sai, born on 9th May 1989 to Govardhana Rao and Madhavi, is an Indian actor and film producer who predominantly works in Telugu cinema. His debut movie was Ravi Babu’s romantic comedy Nuvvila. In 2011, He gained recognition for his supporting role in his 2015 movie Yevade Subramanyam. Deverakonda finally played the lead role in the romantic comedy Pelli Choopulu in 2016.
Arjun Reddy (2017) was a big breakthrough for the actor, after which Deverakonda established himself as a leading actor in Telugu cinema by starring in films such as Mahanati (2018), Geetha Govindam (2018), Taxiwaala (2018), and Dear Comrade (2019). He won several awards with his performance in Arjun Reddy, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu. In 2019, he won the South Indian International Movie Award for Best Actor (Critics).
He was nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Telugu for his work in Geetha Govindam. Being a producer, he owns King of the Hill Entertainment, a film production company, which produced its maiden film Meeku Maathrame Cheptha in 2019.
Vijay was also featured by Forbes India in their 30 Under 30 list of 2019. According to Google’s annual report, Deverakonda was the most searched South Indian actor in 2019.
Personal Details
| Real Full Name | Vijay Sai Deverakonda |
| Profession/Occupation | Actor |
| Age (as of 2022) | 33 years |
| Date of Birth | 9th May 1989 |
| Mother Tongue | Telugu |
| Religion/Caste | Hindu, Padmasali |
| Zodiac/Sun Sign | Taurus |
| Birth Place/ Home Town | Achampet, Telangana, India |
| Residence | Hyderabad, India |
Early Life And Family
Born in Achampet, Nagarkurnool district, Deverakonda has done his schooling in Putta Parthi, Sri Satyasai School. Vijay values his school and school life a lot. To some extent, he also believes that his present shape is also due to his school. The later stages of his life took him to Hyderabad Little flower college and Badruka College of Commerce. Vijay also has a younger brother Anand who works in Deloitte USA. His father was an actor and a TV director in his time. His mother was a proprietor of SpeakEasy in Hyderabad- she was also a soft skill and personality development trainer. Vijay is also rumoured to have a sister whose whereabouts are unknown. Hence there’s no actual proof of her existence. So far, Vijay has been unmarried, keeping his spouse’s column empty.
| School : | Sri Sathya Sai Higher Secondary School, Puttaparthi, Anantapur, A.P |
| College : | Little Flowe Junior College and BadrukaCollege of Commerce |
| Degree/Graduation : | Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce |
| Mother Name : | Madhavi(Personality Development Trainer) |
| Father’s Name : | Govardhana Rao(TV Actor and Director) |
| Brothers Name : | Anand(Younger, Deloitte in the USA) |
| Relationship Status : | Unmarried |
Favourite Things
After a superhit performance in Arjun Reddy, the actor has managed to grab quite a lot of female attention and hence a true fan needs to stalk him Rock bottom. Apart from all details available on the internet, the actor loves the colour Black and likes Cricket, unlike his love for football in the movie Arjun Reddy.
His favourite movies include IMDB’s top-rated Hollywood films, such as GodFather and Schindler’s list. Needless to say, his favourite hobby is Acting, and Vijay loves Hyderabadi Dum Biriyani and Mangoes over most people (we’re just kidding). Vijay Idealises the actors Pawan Kalyan and Mahesh Babu, who also happen to be his favourite actor and actress, Samantha, makes his heart go ‘oo antawa!
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| Favourite Food : | Hyderabadi Dum Biryani, Mango |
| Favourite Actors: | Pawan Kalyan, Mahesh Babu |
| Favourite Actress: | Samantha |
| Favourite Films: | Godfather, Schindler’s List, Hitler |
| Favourite Author: | Konstantin Sergeievich Stanislavski |
| Favourite Singer: | Sid Sriram |
| Favourite Destination: | Kerala |
| Favourite Sport: | Cricket |
| Favourite Color: | Black |
| Favourite Hobby: | Acting |
Relationship Status
Rashmika Mandanna
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna got married on February 26, 2026, in Udaipur, Rajasthan. The ceremony was described as private, with a small guest list compared to typical celebrity weddings.
Fans fondly call the couple “Virosh”, a blend of their names (Vijay + Rashmika), which became a trend on social media around their wedding celebrations.
Reception
The wedding reception was in Hyderabad on March 4, 2026. Coverage around the reception mainly highlighted celebrities from the Tamil, Telugu, and Bollywood film industries joining the celebration.
About Rashmika Mandanna
Rashmika Mandanna is a well-known Indian actor who works across multiple film industries. She has had a strong public profile for years, so any personal update connected to her tends to get wide media coverage.
| Relationship Status | Married |
| Wife | Wife: Rashmika Mandanna |
Physical Stats
Jumping to that part of the blog that attracts not only girls but guys too! After a hot appearance in Arjun Reddy as a football player who’s also a surgeon and in dear comrade, not just women but also men look forward to the well-built bod! With a wheatish complexion, dark brown eyes, black hair and a height of 6’0″, Vijay indeed has many ladies head over heels for him. Let’s have a quick peek through his physical stats.
| Height in centimetres: | 182 cm |
| Height in meters : | 1.82 m |
| Height in Feet Inches : | 6’0 |
| Weight in Kilograms : | 70Kg |
| Weight in Pounds : | 154 lbs |
| Figure Measurements : | ( 42 – 32 – 16) |
| Chest Size | 42 Inches |
| Waist Size : | 32 Inches |
| Biceps Size : | 16 Inches |
| Eye Color : | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color : | Black |
Vijay Deverakonda Movies List
| Year | Title | Roles | Notes |
| 2011 | Nuvvila | Vishnu | |
| 2012 | Life Is Beautiful | Ajay | |
| 2015 | Yevade Subramanyam | Rishi | |
| 2016 | Pelli Choopulu | Prashanth | |
| 2017 | Dwaraka Arjun Reddy | Erra Srinu / Sri Krishnananda Swamy Dr. Arjun Reddy Deshmukh | |
| 2018 | Ye Mantram Vesave Mahanati Geetha Govindam NOTA Ee Nagaraniki Emaindhi Taxiwaala | Nikhil “Nikki” Vijay Anthony Vijay Govind Varun Subramanyam Himself Shiva | Simultaneously shot in Tamil Cameo appearance |
| 2019 | Dear Comrade Meeku Maathrame Cheptha | Chaitanya ”Bobby” Krishnan Himself | Cameo appearance; also producer |
| 2020 | World Famous Lover | Gautham / Seenayya “Srinu” | |
| 2021 | Jathi Ratnalu Pushpaka Vimanam | Blue shirt guy | Cameo appearance Extended cameo |
| 2022 | Liger  | TBA | Simultaneously shot in Hindi |
| 2022 | Kushi | TBA | Filming |
Vijay Deverakonda Career
Vijay Deverakonda started his film career with small parts before he became a lead actor. He made his debut in Nuvvila (2011). After that, he appeared in Life Is Beautiful (2012) in a minor role. These early films helped him get noticed, but he was still far from being a mainstream star at that point.
During these years, he was still building his base in the Telugu industry, taking roles that gave him screen time and connections with directors and producers.
First Big Attention with a Supporting Role (2015)
A key early turning point came with Yevade Subramanyam (2015), directed by Nag Ashwin. Vijay played a supporting role, and the performance got strong attention. This film is often mentioned as the one that made many people in the industry notice his acting skills.
Breakthrough as a Lead Actor with Pelli Choopulu (2016)
Vijay’s big break as a lead came with Pelli Choopulu (2016). The film became a major success and is widely seen as the project that moved him from “promising newcomer” to a bankable lead actor.
The film’s success mattered for two reasons:
- It proved he could carry a movie as the main lead.
- It opened doors to stronger scripts and bigger directors.
Star-making Phase with Arjun Reddy (2017)
If Pelli Choopulu gave him his break, Arjun Reddy (2017) made him a full star. He played a troubled medical student, and the film became one of the most talked-about Telugu movies of that year. It also pushed him into a larger national audience, since the film later got a well-known Hindi remake (Kabir Singh).
This period also brought major award attention. Public award listings show nominations and wins tied to his performance around this time, including Filmfare-related recognition for Arjun Reddy.
Big Commercial Run and Wider Popularity (2018)
In 2018, Vijay had a strong year with a mix of genres:
- Mahanati (2018), where he had an important role in a high-profile film.
- Geetha Govindam (2018) was a big commercial hit that strengthened his “family audience” popularity.
- Taxiwaala (2018), a different style film that helped him show range.
By the end of 2018, he was firmly placed among the leading young actors in Telugu cinema.
Becoming a Producer and Building his Brand (2019-2021)
In 2019, Vijay expanded into production by launching King of the Hill Entertainment. Through this banner, he backed projects like:
- Meeku Maathrame Cheptha (2019)
- Pushpaka Vimanam (2021)
Around this time, he also leaned into branding outside films, including his fashion label Rowdy Wear (public profiles mention its launch on Myntra). This phase shows he was trying to build a longer career plan, not only depend on acting roles.
Mixed Box Office Phase and Pan-India Attempt (2022)
In Liger (2022), Vijay took a major step toward the Hindi market and a wider pan-India audience. The film was heavily promoted and released in multiple languages, and it also made headlines because Mike Tyson appeared in it. Even though the film got mixed to negative feedback from many reviewers, it was still an important milestone because it showed Vijay’s ambition to work beyond one industry.
Comeback Building with Kushi (2023)
In Kushi (2023), Vijay returned to a more familiar romantic drama space. The film’s production updates and release buzz kept him in the spotlight, and it helped reset his lineup after Liger.
The Family Star and the Next Career Phase (2024)
In The Family Star (2024), he worked with director Parasuram in a commercial entertainer format. This film became another key step in his post-Liger phase, as he kept working toward steady box office pull.
Kingdom and Big-scale Action Positioning (2025)
One of his biggest recent projects is Kingdom (VD12), directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri. This film had multiple release date changes during production, and reports later confirmed it was eventually released worldwide on July 31, 2025. This project is often framed as a large-scale action and spy-style film meant for a broad audience, including dubbed versions.
Current and Upcoming Work (2026-Present)
Vijay is again in heavy public discussion due to both personal news and upcoming releases.
One major upcoming film is Ranabaali, a period action drama directed by Rahul Sankrityan and starring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna.
| Year | Role/Title | Organization/Project |
| 2011 | Actor (debut) | Nuvvila |
| 2012 | Actor (minor role) | Life Is Beautiful |
| 2015 | Actor (supporting role) | Yevade Subramanyam |
| 2016 | Lead actor | Pelli Choopulu |
| 2017 | Lead actor | Arjun Reddy |
| 2018 | Actor | Mahanati |
| 2018 | Lead actor | Geetha Govindam |
| 2018 | Lead actor | Taxiwaala |
| 2019 | Producer (launched banner) | King of the Hill Entertainment |
| 2019 | Producer | Meeku Maathrame Cheptha |
| 2021 | Producer | Pushpaka Vimanam |
| 2022 | Lead actor (pan-India release) | Liger |
| 2023 | Lead actor | Kushi |
| 2024 | Lead actor | The Family Star |
| 2025 | Lead actor | Kingdom (VD12) |
| 2026 | Lead actor (upcoming) | Ranabaali |
Awards and nominations
Here are Vijay Deverakonda’s major awards he has won:
| Year | Award / Event | Category |
| 2015 | Nandi Awards | Special Jury Award |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor (Telugu) |
| 2019 | SIIMA | Best Actor (Critics) Telugu |
| 2022 | SIIMA | Youth Icon of South Indian Cinema (Male) |
| 2025 | Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards South | Most Glamorous Youth Icon |
| 2025 | Filmfare Glamour and Style Awards South | Most Fashionable Star (Male) |
| 2015 | Nandi Awards | Special Jury Award |
Vijay Deverakonda Social Media Profiles
Twitter-
Lots on my mind. pic.twitter.com/yKlIoR1XnU
— Vijay Deverakonda (@TheDeverakonda) May 26, 2022
@TheDeverakonda is the Actor’s Twitter handle with a total of 2.9M followers and 0 followings, Vijay’s recent tweets have been promoting his upcoming movie Liger.
Instagram-
@thedeverakonda which is pretty similar to his Twitter handle is the handle that the actor goes by on Instagram. With a total of 268 posts, 15.5M followers and 0 following Vijay has set a trend of following none but his soul. We get a happy glimpse of him from his Instagram handle with his latest posts being with his favourite Actress Samantha in frame with him.
Facebook-
Vijay Deverakonda- a verified profile on Facebook with a total of 10M followers and 0 followings, the actor seems to be promoting his other TBR movie- Khushi.
Net worth and Cars
According to Sources, Deverakonda’s net worth as of 2022 is around $4 Million (Rs. 39 Crore). Vijay’s performance pay ranges around 10-11crore per movie. The actor also receives a profit share from his films and accepts a handsome charge in exchange for brand promotions.
Hill Entertainment, his Production House brings about a huge chunk too and to top it all, his clothing line called ‘Rowdy Wear’ serves as the cherry on the cake. That makes Vijay one of the highest taxpayers in the nation.
Vijay fancies Luxury cars and has an astounding collection which includes Range Rover, Mercedes Benz and Audi.
House
Apart from his lovely car collection, Vijay also has a few properties to his name. Some of the fantastic sites are right in Hyderabad, and one of the most known to the public is the one at Jubilee Hills, with an estimated value of around Rs 15 Crores. Presently, the actor lives with his parents and brother Anand at his property.
Controversies
Here are Vijay Deverakonda’s major controversies:
| Year | Controversy | Detail |
| 2019 | Arjun Reddy criticism and his reaction in interviews | The film was criticised for misogyny and toxic behaviour themes, and Vijay’s interview comments responding to that criticism were also widely discussed. |
| 2024 | The Family Star scene and dialogue backlash | After the film’s OTT release, a scene and dialogue from The Family Star were widely criticised online and sparked debate about the writing and messaging. |
| 2025 | SC/ST Act case over remarks about tribal communities | Reports said Vijay Deverakonda was booked under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act over remarks made during a film pre-release event, followed by his public clarification. |
Which makes perfect sense to the literate audience
Also, his other starrer Arjun Reddy despite commercial success, received criticism for its functionality. The leads who set an example for the audience since people are over the board influenced by cinemas in this nation are problematic in movies like Arjun Reddy and Kabir Singh. The Qarib Qarib Single actress Parvathy pointed out-
“When a man is being misogynistic and abusive and you show that in a way that incites applause in the audience, then that’s glorification. At the same time, (if) you make the audience think (about) whether he’s done the right thing or not, then you’re collaborating with the audience. There is cinema, there is a dialogue. But the other one is almost spoonfeeding you that this is okay.”
“When a man is being misogynistic and abusive and you show that in a way that incites applause in the audience, then that’s glorification. At the same time, (if) you make the audience think (about) whether he’s done the right thing or not, then you’re collaborating with the audience. There is cinema, there is a dialogue. But the other one is almost spoonfeeding you that this is okay.”
Such controversies are a part of cinema and will continue to rise and fall time and again. And since everyone has a perspective on the movie, differences in opinions will continue to exist, and so will controversies.
Vijay Deverakonda Facts
- You can call him a star kid for he hails from a film family. His father, Govardhan Rao, was a Telugu television director.
- Vijay calls his fans rowdies which was also his nickname. Every time he misbehaved as a child, his family members called him ‘Rowdy’.
- Despite his debut in Nuvvilla (2011), the actor gained fame from his movie Arjun Reddy in 2018.
- Vijay’s also a film director and directed a short film by Madam Meerena in just five hours.
- Despite his performance as a chain smoker in his fame gainer movie Arjun Reddy, Vijay didn’t smoke in real life! The character got him addicted, and he had to work hard to get rid of the habit.
- Vijay sold his first Filmfare award, which he received for his performance in Arjun Reddy, at an auction for 25 lakhs and donated the money to the CM Relief fund.
- Vijay is the first Tollywood actor to Reach 5 Million Followers on Instagram.
- After watching Shahid in Kabir Singh, Vijay, a remake of his very own starrer Arjun Reddy, he became a fan of Shahid.
FAQ’S
Who is the GF of Vijay Devarakonda?
Although the actor is rumoured to be dating Rashmika Mandanna, no source approves the rumours. Hence we have a long way to go before we find out.
Are Rashmika and Vijay in a relationship?
We might think so, provided the great bond with the two share on and off-screen and the chemistry that we witness between them on screen. However, the actors brush off the topic whenever asked, so there’s no clear evidence that proves so.
Is Vijay Devarakonda Brahmin?
Yes, the Actor is a Hindu Brahmin.
Which college did Vijay Devarakonda?
The actor went to Hyderabad Little flower college and Badruka College of Commerce, where he pursued a degree in B.Com.
Vijay Devarakonda is from which state?
Born in Achampet, Nagarkurnool district, the actor belongs to the state of Telangana and resides in Hyderabad.
Vijay Devarakonda is vegetarian or non-vegetarian?
Vijay absolutely loves Hyderabadi Dum Biriyani and is a pure non-vegetarian
Is Vijay Devarakonda married?
Yes, Vijay Deverakonda is married to Rashmika Mandanna on February 26, 2026
Vijay Devarakonda is known as?
Vijay is often lovingly known as Rowdy, which is his nickname and the name of his clothing line. The actor is sometimes referred to as Arjun Reddy, the character from his 2018 superhit movie.
Is Vijay Devarakonda a star kid?
Yes, Vijay can be called a star kid as he’s the son of Govardhan Rao, the Telugu TV actor and director.
