Vijay Deverakonda Breaks Groom Style Rules with Alta and Gold Kadas

• Vijay Deverakonda's wedding to Rashmika Mandanna sparks discussion with his alta-adorned hands and heavy gold jewelry.
• The Telugu star's intimate Udaipur wedding photos show his palms intricately patterned with alta, traditionally for brides.
• Alta, or mahavar, symbolizes prosperity and protection, historically applied to women's hands and feet in South Indian and Bengali rituals.
• Deverakonda's choice challenges gender norms, reflecting a fluid interpretation of masculinity and embracing traditional bridal adornments.
• Lord Krishna is also depicted with alta, symbolizing divine, feminine beauty, highlighting its historical gender-neutrality.