, Nov. 14 -- Actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda were full of praise for each other at a recent event celebrating the success of Rashmika's new film The Girlfriend, adding further fuel to ongoing rumours about their engagement.

Rashmika, addressing her Dear Comrade co-star affectionately as "Viju," thanked Vijay for supporting her throughout the film's journey. "You've been a part of this film from the very beginning. You're also a part of its success. You have been there personally through the entire journey. I hope everyone has a Vijay Deverakonda in their lives. It's a blessing," she said.

Vijay, in turn, applauded Rashmika's growth and her decision to take on a challenging script. "To the woman she has become today. At th...