India, March 5 -- Telugu stars Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda hosted a grand reception for their industry friends in Hyderabad on Wednesday to celebrate their marriage. After the event concluded, the couple posed for a group photograph with the paparazzi. However, it was Vijay's protective gesture towards Rashmika that stole hearts online.

A video from the reception has surfaced on social media, capturing the moment. In the clip, Rashmika and Vijay are seen standing together, surrounded by fans and photographers, as they oblige them with a group picture. Vijay is seen keeping his arm around Rashmika, shielding her from the crowd and holding her close. While posing, he even told a paparazzo who appeared to be looking elsewhere, "...