When Vijay Deverakonda returned to his Puttaparthi school and revisited his childhood memories

Vijay Deverakonda once touched fans’ hearts when he returned to his school in Puttaparthi after many years. Known for his intense screen presence, the actor revealed a softer, nostalgic side during the visit.

Accompanied by his family, he walked through familiar corridors, met the teachers who had guided him, and relived moments that shaped his childhood.

A place that built his foundation

Posting a video montage, Vijay reflected on how deeply the school influenced his life. He wrote, “In life, there are people and places that play a huge role in the person we become. This is a place and these are people that played one of the biggest roles in my own life. Forever indebted and forever love.”The clip opened with a nostalgic message: “Going back to where we all started — our foundation, where most of our core memories come from — Puttaparthi.” The words captured the emotional weight of the visit.

Reuniting with teachers and classrooms

One highlight was meeting the headmistress, whom he remembered fondly. The caption read, “Our HM aunty — we loved her and feared her, but she was everyone’s favourite.” He also revisited his first classroom, Section 1A, where his academic journey began.

Walking into the prayer hall stirred many memories. He wrote, “Our prayer hall. Many prayers were said, many naps taken, and many memories made. It’s where we learnt many Vedas, mantras, and bhajans.” The visit showed how deeply the institution shaped his values.

Meeting students and revisiting his hostel room

Vijay also interacted with current students, happily signing autographs. He described the moment as “Meeting the little kids who are today living the lives we once did.”Another emotional stop was his old hostel room. He shared, “Today, just as it was 20 years ago. That middle cupboard was mine.” He later posed with his teachers and wrote, “And our sirs, who kept us in line and focused at that hyper-energetic age. So many memories and stories that feel like yesterday.”

Wedding with Rashmika Mandanna

In 2026, Vijay and Rashmika Mandanna confirmed their upcoming wedding, delighting fans who have long supported their bond.

In a heartfelt note, they wrote, “Our dearest loves. Before we made any plans, before we chose anything for ourselves — you were already there. With so much love, you gave us a name. You called us ‘Virosh’. So today — with full hearts — we name our coming together in your honour.”They added, “We would like to name it ‘The Wedding of VIROSH’ ❤️. Thank you for holding us with so much love. You are a part of us — always ❤️. Biggest hugs and full love 🤗❤️!”The couple got engaged in Hyderabad last year and have now planned an intimate wedding in Udaipur, followed by a reception for their industry friends.