The wedding poster for ‘Ranbali’ has fans hooked, featuring Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna in traditional matrimonial glory—released right after their own nuptials. Director Rahul Sankrityayan’s reveal on social media came with a captivating anecdote from the shoot, likening it to a vivid time-warp experience into the late 1800s.
Rahul’s passion for authentic vintage photos drove the concept. Posting on X, he described how ancestors stood before cameras with unadorned sincerity, capturing life’s unvarnished truth amid an unforgiving era of hardship. ‘That’s the soul I wanted for ‘Ranbali’—no frills, pure realism,’ he explained.
Set photos tell the real story: Vijay and Rashmika’s arrival in era-specific outfits sparked an electric shift. ‘They transcended acting; it was like stepping into history,’ Rahul marveled. Their ability to own the moment left everyone spellbound, blurring lines between fiction and the present. ‘Film and life winked at each other that day,’ he mused.
Mark your calendars for September 11, when ‘Ranbali’ hits screens in Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. This multi-lingual spectacle leverages the stars’ real-life fairy tale for maximum impact. With Rahul at the helm, expect a narrative rich in emotional depth and visual splendor. The poster isn’t just hype—it’s a sneak peek into a film redefining period drama with heartfelt authenticity.