Hyderabad, March 5, 2026: The wedding reception of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna turned into one of the most talked-about celebrity events in Hyderabad. The star-studded celebration featured several well-known faces from the South Indian film industry.
However, it was Ram Charan who grabbed attention for an unexpected reason — he arrived barefoot at the reception.
Social media quickly began buzzing with questions about why the actor chose to attend such a grand event without footwear.
Ram Charan Attended the Reception Barefoot for Religious Reasons
Ram Charan attended the reception with his wife Upasana Kamineni, who recently gave birth to twins. While the couple looked elegant at the event, fans quickly noticed the actor was walking barefoot.
The reason is connected to his religious observance for the Sabarimala pilgrimage in Kerala.
Ram Charan is a devoted follower of Lord Ayyappa and is currently observing a traditional fasting ritual before visiting the Sabarimala temple.
What Is the Sabarimala Fasting Ritual?
Before visiting the Sabarimala shrine, devotees usually observe a strict fasting period lasting between 30 and 41 days.
During this period, followers must follow several religious practices, including:
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Wearing black or saffron clothes
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Following a strict vegetarian diet
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Performing daily prayers
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Living a disciplined and simple lifestyle
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Walking barefoot as a symbol of humility and devotion
Because of this religious vow, Ram Charan chose a simple all-black outfit and remained barefoot, even at a high-profile celebrity event.
Ram Charan Has Been Seen Barefoot Before
This is not the first time Ram Charan has appeared barefoot in public.
In 2022, the actor reportedly observed a 41-day fast after taking a spiritual vow for the recovery of his pet dog.
He was also spotted barefoot at Hyderabad airport in 2023 while traveling to the Oscars, where his film RRR had received nominations. At that time as well, he was reportedly following the same spiritual discipline.
Ram Charan and Upasana Recently Welcomed Twins
Ram Charan and Upasana welcomed twins — a baby boy and a baby girl — on January 31, 2026.
The couple had previously become parents to a daughter, Klin Kaara, in 2023.
On February 13, 2026, Ram Charan’s father Chiranjeevi shared a post revealing the names of the newborns after their naming ceremony.
The baby boy was named Shiva Ram Konidela, and the baby girl was named Anveera Devi Konidela.
Chiranjeevi explained that the name Shiva Ram reflects a combination of spiritual strength and moral values.
Fans Praised Ram Charan’s Devotion
Many fans on social media praised Ram Charan for maintaining his religious discipline even while attending a glamorous celebrity event.
His appearance became one of the most discussed moments from the reception, with fans highlighting his simplicity and devotion.
