Ritu Varma and Vaishnav Tej: Speculation sparks after Instagram activity

Sootiga.com first broke the news that Ritu Varma and Panja Vaisshnav Tej are dating. We even posted their photograph of them together taken in Dubai. Suddenly, their romance gained traction on March 24, 2025. Because, he started liking Ritu Varma’s new photos on Instagram

Tollywood is buzzing with fresh dating rumors surrounding Ritu Varma and Panja Vaishnav Tej, following his recent activity on her Instagram. The speculation gained momentum on March 24, 2025, when Vaishnav was among the first to like Ritu’s latest post featuring a stunning sunset picture. Fans quickly took notice, fueling talks of an alleged romance.

Dating rumors initially surfaced in late 2023, when Ritu Varma attended a pre-wedding party hosted by Allu Arjun for Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi—an event where Vaishnav Tej was also present. At the time, Vaishnav dismissed the speculation, stating that Ritu was simply a close friend of Lavanya’s.

However, whispers of a romance reignited earlier this year after a photo of Ritu and Vaishnav posing together in Dubai, in front of the Burj Khalifa, went viral on social media. Sources claim the pair was vacationing together, intensifying rumors about their relationship.

Through mutual friends?

Though Ritu and Vaishnav have never shared screen space, their alleged bond is said to have grown through mutual friends—particularly Niharika Konidela, who is Ritu’s close friend and Vaishnav’s cousin. This connection has led to speculation that their relationship might be more than just friendship.

Neither Ritu Varma nor Vaishnav Tej has publicly addressed the latest round of dating rumors. Ritu, best known for her roles in Pelli Choopulu and Mark Antony, is currently awaiting the release of her web series, following the lukewarm response to her recent film Mazaka.

Meanwhile, Vaishnav, a member of the Mega family, has been keeping a low profile in the film industry after the 2023 box-office failure Aadikeshava. With his professional life under wraps, fans have been paying more attention to his personal affairs.

Ritu Varma in the Mega family?

Social media is divided over the rumored couple. While some fans are excited about the possibility of Ritu Varma becoming the next actress to join the Mega family, following in Lavanya Tripathi’s footsteps, others urge caution, awaiting an official confirmation.

As Tollywood eagerly watches for further developments, the big question remains: Is this just a close friendship, or are wedding bells on the horizon? Only time will tell.