Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s love story has taken an unexpected turn online. The newly married couple appeared on Koffee With Karan Season 9 to discuss their relationship, marriage and life together, but one candid revelation has sparked a massive debate. While some viewers enjoyed their playful banter, others have started calling Vijay a ‘red flag’, questioning his attitude and the way he spoke about their journey to marriage.
The controversy has largely centred on Rashmika revealing that she repeatedly asked Vijay to marry her for an entire year. What appeared to be a personal anecdote about their relationship has now become a talking point across social media, with viewers dissecting everything from his response to their chemistry on the couch.
Why Is Vijay Deverakonda Being Called A ‘Red Flag’?
The moment that caught everyone’s attention came when host Karan Johar asked the couple about their marriage proposal. Rashmika recalled telling Vijay, “Let’s get married,” while Vijay revealed that he had asked her to bring up the subject repeatedly. When Karan asked whether she really kept asking, Rashmika confirmed that she had done so for an entire year.
Vijay’s response, including his remark, “I’m not an asshole,” only added to the conversation. Several viewers felt the exchange made Rashmika appear more invested in taking the relationship forward, while others questioned why the anecdote was being presented as a funny moment. Clips from the episode quickly circulated online, with some users accusing Vijay of embarrassing his wife. One social media reaction described him as a ‘red flag’, while others criticised his perceived arrogance.
However, Vijay later offered more context about his decision. He explained that he wanted to be certain that marriage was something they both genuinely wanted, rather than a commitment made in a fleeting emotional moment. He also spoke about being a sensitive person whose past experiences had made him protective of himself. That explanation has given viewers more to consider, even though the debate over his original remarks continues.
‘Rashmika Loves Vijay, Vijay Loves Vijay’: Internet Reacts
One of the sharpest reactions came from an Instagram user who wrote, “At this point, Rashmika loves Vijay and Vijay also loves Vijay.” The comment captured the criticism directed at Vijay’s perceived self-confidence and quickly became part of the wider discussion surrounding the episode.
Other viewers compared his public persona to Arjun Reddy, the intense character he played in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s 2017 Telugu film. Some also questioned the couple’s chemistry, while others joked about Rashmika taking the lead in their relationship. The conversation soon expanded beyond the marriage anecdote, with users debating whether celebrity couples reveal too much about their personal lives on chat shows.
Not everyone agreed with the criticism, though. Several fans argued that viewers were judging Vijay too quickly based on selected moments from a television appearance. They pointed out that a playful exchange between a married couple does not necessarily reveal what their relationship is like behind closed doors. The contrasting reactions show how quickly a celebrity interview can become a wider conversation about personality, relationships and public image.
Vijay And Rashmika’s Love Story Back In The Spotlight
Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna first shared screen space in Geetha Govindam (2018) and reunited for Dear Comrade (2019). Their on-screen pairing fuelled years of speculation about their relationship, even as the actors largely kept their personal lives private.
The couple married in Udaipur on February 26, 2026, in ceremonies celebrating their Telugu and Kodava traditions. They have also reunited professionally in Ranabaali, a period action drama directed by Rahul Sankrityan that arrived in theatres on October 16, 2026.
Their Koffee With Karan 9 appearance has now shifted the spotlight from their films to their relationship. Vijay’s explanation about wanting certainty before marriage adds context to the viral exchange, but it has not stopped viewers from debating his comments and demeanour.
Check out how the internet reacted to Vijay Deverakonda’s Koffee With Karan appearance and why viewers are calling him a ‘red flag’.
For now, the internet remains divided. Some viewers believe Vijay’s remarks came across as dismissive, while others see the exchange as a personal story being taken too seriously. Either way, one thing is clear: the couple’s candid chat has sparked a conversation that goes well beyond their love story, and social media has plenty to say about it.
