Did Ranbir just confirm Rashmika- Vijay's relation?

The star-studded promotional event for 'Animal' featured Ranbir Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. During a playful exchange orchestrated by Telugu superstar Nandamuri Balakrishna, Ranbir teased Rashmika about her 'reel hero' versus her 'real hero,' alluding to himself and Vijay Deverakonda. Balakrishna asked Sandeep to call Vijay Deverakonda, but Ranbir joked that Vijay wouldn't pick up Sandeep's call. Moments later, Vijay called back and Rashmika had a lighthearted exchange with him. Rashmika also expressed her attachment to both 'Animal' and Vijay's iconic film 'Arjun Reddy.