In an intimate affair, Telugu actor Akhil Akkineni got married to Zainab Ravdjee on the night of June 5, 2025, ushering in a new beginning and latest addition in the Akkineni family. The hush-hush ceremony was solemnised at 3:35 am amid Vedic hymns and tradition at their bungalow located at Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad.
The news was announced by Nagarjuna Akkineni himself who took to social media to share a heartfelt note: “With all the love & blessings, Amala & I are happy to share that our son has married his b beloved Zainab and a beautiful shanti process was held yesterday we felt immense love and joy we were blessed by the togetherness of love and of those that we love selfless thank you for all our extended family and friends for being there with us. #love #life #manikarma.”
The wedding was based on traditional Telugu Brahmin rituals, incorporating culture, symbolism, and spiritual importance. Key rituals included Kanyadaana, the gift of the daughter (meaning who is giving away his/her daughter) as if by her father and the bride will be worshipped as a "Devi" itself or as a goddess.
Kashi Yatra is a fun, but interestingly profound, ritual in which the groom pretends to leave for Kashi, or as Krishna, only to be brought back to get married!
These customs were not only a tip of the hat to the couple’s religious beliefs, but they were also a strong link to heritage and values passed down through generations.
A Vision of Old World Elegance
The photos released by the family were full of charm and cultural pride. Zainab Ravdjee was a picture of elegance in a traditional silk saree, paired with diamonds and striking mehendi.
Akhil took their roots in a pure white kurta dhoti teamed with a floral garland, epitomizing elegance.
The ceremony, surrounded by friends and family, was warm, loving and serene, a rare combination of sacred and celebratory.
A Union of Hearts and Customs
Zainab, who has a business background, converted to Sanatana Dharma before the marriage -- an act which the Akkineni family has treasure. Her integration into the spiritual and cultural paradigm of Akhil’s roots is an ode to the harmonious confluence of varied traditions and collective values.
For Nagarjuna, among the top stars of the Telugu film world who has starred in over 90 films and had bagged two National Awards, this wedding is a matter of personal as well as symbolic significance — continuation of legacy, lineage and love.
A New Beginning
New Life Together As Akhil and Zainab begin their journey as a couple, the Akkineni family now seeks blessings and good wishes from all of their fans and well-wishers from across the world. The ceremony may have been private, but the happiness it inspires is shared among the masses — a new chapter for the popular star couple, celebrated by all.
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