Entertainment: The makers of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna’s “Raanabali” recently released a wedding poster along with glimpses of songs from the film. Known for its natural and authentic appeal, the vintage-style poster has received an overwhelming response from audiences. Further enhancing the emotional connection, the poster was released just hours after Vijay and Rashmika’s real-life wedding, making it even more special for fans.
Director Rahul Sankrityayan recently shared the story and effort behind this much-loved poster on social media.
Speaking about it, Rahul said that the “Raanabali” wedding poster wasn’t just a promotional image, but a captured moment. He shared his long-standing fascination with old photographs, noting that photographs taken by parents and ancestors never look artificial. Instead, they possess an honesty and naturalness that feels very real. When he decided to set ‘Raanabali’ against a historical backdrop, Rahul wanted that same authenticity to be reflected in every frame. He explained that weddings in those days were simple, respectful, and without any ostentation, and marriage was considered a sacred, lifelong relationship. He recalled that when Vijay and Rashmika arrived on set in their wedding costumes, they didn’t feel like actors at all—it felt like a real bride and groom from that era. He added that the photos were taken with a simple backdrop and minimal lighting to maintain raw realism.
Rahul further explained that when Vijay and Rashmika came together in real life through marriage, it reminded him of shooting the wedding scene for the film. He said that sometimes cinema and life go hand in hand.
Presented by T-Series and produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. of Mythri Movie Makers. Produced by Ravi Shankar, Raanabali is being made on a grand scale. The film is set for a grand worldwide release on September 11th. The recently released title glimpse has already received an overwhelming response. Set in the 19th century, Raanabali is inspired by real historical events that took place between 1854 and 1878 during the British Raj.
