The Family Star actress Mrunal Thakur states that, for her, the only ‘The Vijay’ is this Bollywood superstar, delighting Hindi movie enthusiasts.
Family Star,” the major Telugu release this week, stars Vijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur in leading roles. The romantic comedy is receiving mixed reviews from audiences. It follows Govardhan (Vijay Deverakonda), a frugal middle-class man who falls for Indu (Mrunal Thakur), believing she’s ideal for his family. At an event, Vijay Deverakonda praised Mrunal Thakur, noting her perfect facial expressions for acting. He mentioned how her every feature seemed to communicate with the cameras.
Mrunal Thakur unaware of The Vijay Deverakonda title:
In an interview with renowned South Indian film journalist Baradwaj Rangan, Mrunal Thakur seemed surprised when asked about her co-star Vijay Deverakonda’s nickname, “The Vijay Deverakonda,” popular among his fans. She admitted she didn’t know about it. Later, she humorously remarked that the only “The Vijay” she knew was Vijay Dinanath Chauhan from the movie Agneepath, portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan. This quirky response is a treat for Bollywood enthusiasts, as Amitabh Bachchan’s portrayal of Vijay Dinanath Chauhan holds a special place in cinema history.
Watch the trailer of Family Star here:
Mrunal Thakur reveals her fave South Indian co-star:
Mrunal Thakur has scored two major hits in South India. “Sita Ramam” with Dulquer Salmaan and “Hi Nanna!” with Nani were beloved romances. She’s a huge fan of Dulquer Salmaan and jokingly calls herself the president of his fan club. The chemistry between Vijay Deverakonda and Mrunal Thakur in “The Family Star” has also been praised. Trade experts note her rising prominence in the South Indian film industry, suggesting she’s solidified her position there.


