Tollywood's much-loved couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, fondly known as Virosh among their fans, celebrated Diwali in a rather special way this year. Instead of marking the festival at home, the couple travelled to Japan for a relaxing family holiday. Vijay and Rashmika were joined by his brother Anand Deverakonda and their parents, making the trip a family celebration filled with togetherness and festive warmth. The couple shared glimpses of their Japanese getaway on social media, including scenic black-and-white photographs, relaxed moments outdoors and a special religious ceremony that brought a traditional touch to their Diwali celebrations.
Vijay particularly caught everyone's attention with his post about celebrating the festival through a Goma, or Homam, ritual in Japan. Sharing photographs and a video from the ceremony, the actor wrote, “When you find a way to do GOMA (Homam) in Japan on Happy DIWALI, Sending you all lots of love, biggest hugs and Diwali wishes to you and all your families from the Deverakonda family”. His message carried a warm festive greeting for fans and followers, while also highlighting how the family found a way to observe an important Indian festival even while travelling abroad. The post offered a glimpse of a celebration that combined family traditions with a unique cultural experience in Japan.
The Goma ceremony added a particularly interesting element to the holiday. The ritual has its roots in the Sanskrit word Homa and is an important practice in Japanese esoteric Buddhism, particularly associated with Shingon Buddhism. During the ceremony, priests perform prayers and make offerings into a sacred fire. The ritual is traditionally connected with purification, prayers and the removal of negative influences. Although its religious setting and practices differ from Hindu Homam ceremonies, the use of sacred fire and offerings creates a familiar connection for those who recognise the importance of fire rituals in Indian traditions. For Vijay and his family, witnessing or participating in this ceremony made their Diwali celebration in Japan even more memorable.
The photographs shared from the trip also offered a glimpse of the couple's relaxed holiday mood. The black-and-white snapshots captured beautiful Japanese surroundings, scenic locations and casual moments spent together. In one of the pictures, the couple appeared to enjoy a laid-back moment sitting on a fence, while other frames highlighted the landscapes and peaceful atmosphere of their getaway. The family pictures also showed the people accompanying them, giving fans a sense of the close-knit group enjoying the holiday away from their busy professional schedules.
Rashmika Mandanna added her own cheerful festive message, wishing everyone good health, happiness, joy and love. Her warm greeting complemented Vijay's post and reflected the couple's excitement about celebrating Diwali with family. Their messages were not just about sharing holiday photographs; they also carried a personal touch, as both actors extended their wishes to fans and their families. The posts quickly gave followers a reason to smile, particularly those who enjoy seeing glimpses of the couple's life beyond the film sets.
The Japan holiday also comes at an exciting time in the couple's professional lives. While enjoying their family time, Vijay and Rashmika continue to have busy film commitments ahead. Rashmika is associated with projects such as Mysaa, while Vijay has Rowdy Janardhana among his upcoming films. Their ability to take a break and spend quality time with family offers a refreshing contrast to their demanding schedules. With their festive photographs, heartfelt messages and the special Goma ceremony, the Deverakonda family gave fans a memorable glimpse of a Diwali celebration far from home. For the Virosh fans, the Japan holiday was another lovely reminder of the couple's shared moments and their joy in celebrating special occasions together.