South cinema star Vijay Deverakonda, recently engaged to actress Rashmika Mandanna, was involved in a car accident near Hyderabad on Monday, October 6.
The 36-year-old actor was returning from a visit to a religious retreat in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh, when his Lexus LM350h was hit on the Hyderabad-Bengaluru Highway in Telangana’s Jogulamba Gadwal district. The rear of the vehicle sustained significant damage. Fortunately, Vijay Deverakonda and his family escaped the accident without injuries.
In a statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Vijay reassured fans, saying, “All is well. Car took a hit, but we are all fine. Went and did a strength workout as well, and just got back home.” He added humorously, “My head hurts, but nothing a biryani and sleep will not fix. Biggest hugs and my love to all of you. Don’t let the news stress you.”
This accident comes shortly after Vijay Deverakonda announced his engagement with Rashmika Mandanna, which created excitement among fans and in South Indian cinema news. Fans expressed relief and sent messages of support after learning that the actor and his family were unharmed.
Authorities reported that the accident involved another vehicle and an investigation into the collision is ongoing. Despite the crash, Vijay Deverakonda’s prompt update helped ease public concern about his safety.
Vijay Deverakonda continues to be one of South Indian cinema’s most popular actors, known for his roles in films like Dear Comrade and Arjun Reddy. His quick recovery from the accident and his upbeat message to fans underline his resilience and positive outlook.
The actor is expected to continue his professional commitments while spending time with his family following the minor accident. The incident highlights the importance of road safety and cautious driving.
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