Tollywood actor Vijay Deverakonda, his brother Anand Deverakonda and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga visited the historic Sri Simhavahini Mahankali Temple in Lal Darwaza. They joined the Bonalu celebrations in Hyderabad’s Old City on August 9, where they offered prayers and performed special pujas to seek the blessings of Goddess Mahankali. They sought blessings during the auspicious occasion.Vijay visits Lal Darwaza temple with Anand and Sandeep Reddy VangaAs per a report by ANI, a large crowd of fans and local devotees were gathered outside the temple during the visit to catch a glimpse of Vijay Deverakonda.

Vijay Deverakonda speaks about his visit

Speaking at the Lal Darwaza Bonalu festival, Vijay said, “Happy Bonalu to all. This is the first time I have come to offer prayers to the Goddess. I came along with director Sandeep, and his production house name is Bhadrakali. I sought the blessings of the Goddess and prayed that all your wishes would be fulfilled, and I also prayed for my wishes. I had a good darshan.”Photos and videos from the visit showed Vijay interacting with people, breaking coconuts and walking through the busy festive streets with Sandeep Reddy Vanga.

Bonalu celebrations in Hyderabad

The historic two-day Bonalu festival in Hyderabad’s Old City is being celebrated on August 9 and 10, 2026. The celebrations are centred around important temples, including the Sri Simhavahini Mahankali Temple at Lal Darwaza. Temples in Sultan Shahi and Hari Bowli are also part of the festivities.

Vijay Deverakonda, Anand Deverakonda and Sandeep Reddy Vanga on the work front

Speaking of their work, Vijay Deverakonda is preparing for his next film, ‘Ranabaali,’ which marks his first project after marrying Rashmika Mandanna. She plays the female lead in this period action drama as Vijay’s wife who is shown as a freedom fighter.He also has films including ‘Rowdy Janardhana’ and a project with ‘Hi Nanna’ fame director Shouryuv. Meanwhile Sandeep Reddy Vanga is working with Prabhas on his upcoming cop action drama, ‘Spirit’.On the other hand, Anand Deverakonda is gearing up for the release of his next film, ‘Epic,’ which will be a romance drama opposite Vaishnavi Chaitanya.