This heteronormativity is challenging as it seems so stereotypically outdated in a world where our arranged matches are forced upon us, as in the case here with Tollywood Star Jr NTR's relationship with Lakshmi Pranathi. What started as a conventional arranged marriage has turned out to be one of the most loved love stories of the South Indian film industry.
A Marriage Written in the Stars
Jr. NTR married Lakshmi Pranathi on May 11, 2011 in a lavish ceremony at Hyderabad. They had not, however, met before they were matched up to be married. Though strangers at the beginning, they quickly became very close emotionally. A grand reception was held post marriage which witnessed the who's of both their families and friends of the film industry and the couple stepped into a new phase of their lives.
Making it to the Spotlight
Not only was she married to a superstar, but it could be challenging, especially for Lakshmi Pranathi, who was just 19 then. From adjusting to the intense public scrutiny to finding her place in a world so far removed from her own, the early days were anything but easy.
However, Jr. NTR in the past has publicly praised his wife for her strength, saying that she is more mentally strong than him. Once in an interview, he explained, “In the initial years of our marriage, Pranathi did find it hard to adapt for six months or so. “But in her mind, she’s a very strong woman, stronger than me.
This Star Is a Silent Force
With time, Lakshmi Pranathi has become not just a wife, but Jr. NTR’s greatest support, they said. She took care of their home with ease while providing perspective on how contemporary viewers think and consider film heroes.
“She is the reason I am so down to earth and I feel very much amongst myself at home,” the RRR actor said once on how Lakshmi has kept him grounded. “She’s telling me what women of her generation want to see lead actors look like," he further added.
A Relationship Beyond Numbers
One interesting point about their love story is the age difference – Jr. NTR was 26, and Lakshmi was 19 when they tied the knot. But this has never been an obstacle in their relationship. Their respect and understanding for each other has seen their love become even stronger over the years and proves that emotional compatibility is more important than age.
Parenthood and Private Life
The age difference between Jr NTR and Praanthi is 8 years. They became proud parents of Abhay Ram in 2014 and Bhargav Ram in 2018. Their lives became even more joyous and purposeful once they became parents, with Jr. NTR and Lakshmi value family time the most. Jr. NTR is a big superstar yet he likes to maintain a low profile in his personal life.
He has a reputation for leaving movie talk at the door when he returns home, and for preferring to step away, spend quality time with his family. From chill movie nights to quiet dinner dates with Lakshmi, the couple is still keeping their relationship strong away from the public eye.
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