In a landmark interview, Rashmika Mandanna gave honest thoughts on motherhood and her now-husband Vijay Deverakonda. After their dreamy wedding in Udaipur on February 26, 2026, this interview has resurfaced where the ‘Pushpa’ star discussed her protective instincts for her future children and her plans for a balanced life in her 30s. On the work front, Rashmika Mandanna will be seen in Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. She will also be seen in the historical drama ‘Ranabaali’ opposite Vijay Deverakonda.
The ‘VIROSH’ era officially began with a gorgeous and dreamy wedding ceremony in Udaipur on March 26, 2026. It will be followed by a reception for political dignitaries, industry colleagues and friends today, March 4, 2026.
While the internet is currently filled with ‘Shiv-Parvati’ cryptic pictures of the newlyweds, a new interview has resurfaced. In this candid comeback, Rashmika reveals a deeply maternal and protective side, admitting that even before marriage, she felt a fierce ‘warrior’ instinct towards her future children.
“I will go to war for them”: Rashmika Mandanna Fierce maternal instinct
Long before the intimate rituals of ITC Mementos, Rashmika Mandanna spoke about her emotional connection to the idea of motherhood.
Although she is not yet a mother, the actress described a deep sense of responsibility towards her future children, in an old interview with Gulti.
Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda get married in a ceremony in Udaipur after years of dating rumours
“I’m not even a mom, but I already feel…I know I’m going to have kids, and I’d love for it to happen. But I already feel something very strong about these little unborn humans,” Mandana shared.The “Animal” actress emphasized that her fitness and career are partly fueled by this future role.
She noted that she wants to be “fit enough to go to war” to protect her children, and highlighted her protective aspect which fans now find more poignant after her union with Vijay.“I want to do everything for them,” Mandana shared. I want to keep them very safe and protected. And if I’m supposed to go to war, I should be fit enough to go to war for them. “I’m already thinking about that.”
Rashmika Mandanna talks about financial stability and independence
Actress Geetha Govindam has always been vocal about her ‘work hard now’ philosophy.
In the same conversation, she detailed her roadmap for life, explaining that her 20s and 30s were strictly dedicated to building a stable foundation.“I always knew I would put my head down and continue working in my 20s and 30s. We need to earn a living; we need to have our own money. I knew 30 to 40 would always be about work-life balance, and I had to make sure I achieved that. 40 years later, I still haven’t thought that far,” Mandana revealed.
More about Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda Pre-wedding celebrations
The couple not only celebrated with a big Virosh Premier League (VPL) party and Japanese-themed dinner; They also made headlines for their post-wedding charity work. After a Grihapravesham at Vijay’s ancestral village in Thummanpeta, Telangana on March 2, the couple announced scholarships to the Deverakonda Charitable Trust. This initiative will support students of classes IX and X in 44 government schools in Achampet division.
Rashmika Mandanna on the work front
On the work front, Rashmika Mandanna will be seen in Cocktail 2 alongside Shahid Kapoor and Kriti Sanon. She will also be seen in the historical drama ‘Ranabaali’ opposite Vijay Deverakonda.
