As expectations mount for the grand release of Ranabaali, lead stars and real-life couple Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda made a head-turning joint appearance at a recent promotional event. Rashmika Mandanna brought traditional elegance to the fore by choosing an ivory saree by designer Mrinalini Rao, featuring intricate zardozi embroidery and gold tassels, paired with a statement red blouse. The saree comes with a price tag of Rs 1.31 lakh, as confirmed by the label to ETimes. Vijay complemented her look in a white kurta and bundi jacket, making it a coordinated ethnic-fashion moment for the couple.
Decoding Rashmika Mandanna’s Rs 1.31 lakh Mrinalini Rao ivory saree
For the ‘Ranabaali’ promotional event in Hyderabad, Rashmika opted for an ivory saree set by Mrinalini Rao, with the price confirmed by the label upon contacting ETimes as Rs. 1,31,600. The ethereal ivory drape featured intricate, hand-embroidered zardozi detailing running along the borders, punctuated by delicate gold tassels swaying along the pallu for an added touch of movement.Mandanna paired the drape with a contrasting red full-sleeve blouse featuring scalloped edging and bold ornamental motif embroidery across the sleeves, designed to accentuate her shoulders and elevate the overall silhouette.
Rashmika Mandanna completed the look with delicate jewellery and red roses
Keeping her accessories understated, Rashmika chose a dainty choker, stud earrings and a delicate haath phool. The jewellery complemented the traditional ensemble without competing with the saree’s intricate embroidery.Her beauty look featured dewy makeup, smoky eyes, defined eyebrows, nude-pink lips and mildly blushed cheeks. She wore her hair in a centre-parted low bun adorned with red flowers, bringing together the red blouse and ivory drape.Styled by Harmann Kaur, the look relied on the interplay of ivory, red and gold, with the floral hair accessory adding a traditional finishing touch.
Vijay Deverakonda complements Rashmika in a white ethnic ensemble
Vijay Deverakonda perfectly complemented his wife by wearing a pristine white bundi jacket layered over a classic white kurta ethnic ensemble. The couple’s coordinated traditional looks added to the occasion’s visual appeal, with Rashmika’s embroidered saree serving as the statement piece and Vijay’s white outfit keeping the overall palette cohesive.
All about Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda’s ‘Ranabaali’
Ranabaali is a period action drama directed by Rahul Sankrityan, with Vijay Deverakonda as Ranabaali and Rashmika Mandanna as Jayamma. The cast also includes Arnold Vosloo and Jason Shah. Set in the 19th century under British colonial rule, the story follows a warrior chieftain who unites local tribes against foreign oppressors to protect their ancestral lands and dignity.The film marks a high-profile reunion for the lead pair after their earlier collaborations. It has been granted a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) because of its intense battle sequences and historical drama. The film releases worldwide on October 16, 2026, around the Dussehra festival.
