India, Feb. 26 -- Following a morning ceremony steeped in Telugu traditions, actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda chose to celebrate the second leg of their wedding on February 26 by honouring Rashmika's heritage with a traditional Kodava wedding. Also read | Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda wedding live updates: Actors are now married, get teary eyed during rituals

While the morning belonged to the groom's culture, the afternoon and evening shifted to the lush wedding traditions of Coorg (Kodagu). Distinct from typical Hindu ceremonies, a Kodava wedding is a unique cultural experience centred around ancestors, nature, and community rather than Vedic rituals or a priest.

As per Kodavaclan.com's blog, the festivities begin ...