Abhiruchi Cookery Show -13th April

Young actor Vijay Deverakonda recently shared a warm and heartfelt interaction with a fan on Instagram, which quickly went viral across social media platforms.

The moment began when fan Vyshnavi Nitish posted an Instagram Reel, sharing an old photograph and a birthday wish screenshot, claiming she had been supporting Vijay even before he entered the film industry. She affectionately asked whether she could call herself his “first fan”.

Responding to the post, Vijay replied with a heart emoji and expressed gratitude to her as well as all his early supporters, describing them as “special”. His simple yet meaningful response won over fans and was widely appreciated online for its humility and warmth.

The interaction resonated strongly with audiences as it highlighted the bond between celebrities and their earliest supporters, especially those who stood by them before fame. Many fans praised Vijay for acknowledging long-time admirers, calling it a refreshing and genuine gesture in an era of increasingly transactional fan interactions.

However, as the Reel gained traction, some social media users questioned its authenticity, alleging that the exchange could have been manipulated using AI. Addressing the speculation, Vyshnavi clarified that the birthday wish screenshot was taken from an active Facebook post and was not artificially generated. She also pointed users to her Instagram highlights for verification and confirmed that the old photograph dates back to 2014, before Vijay’s breakthrough in films.

Vijay Deverakonda began his career with small roles in films such as Nuvvila and Life Is Beautiful, before gaining recognition with Yevade Subramanyam and Pelli Choopulu. His career-defining moment came with the 2017 blockbuster Arjun Reddy, which catapulted him to nationwide fame and established him as one of the most popular young stars in Indian cinema.