Akhil Akkineni Marries Zainab Ravdjee in Star-Studded Hyderabad Celebration

Akhil Akkineni, the younger son of veteran actor Nagarjuna, tied the knot with Zainab Ravdjee on June 6 in Hyderabad.

The wedding took place at the family-owned Annapurna Studios and was attended by close friends, family members, and several prominent names from the Telugu film industry.

The celebration began early Friday morning with the traditional baraat function, setting the tone for a grand yet intimate wedding.

Wedding Festivities and Celebrity Appearances

Videos shared by paparazzo Kamlesh Nand captured the grand entry of various guests for the celebration.

Ram Charan arrived in a beige kurta and white pajama, while Chiranjeevi and his wife Surekha were also seen attending the event.

Naga Chaitanya made an appearance alongside Sobhita Dhulipala, who looked elegant in a golden saree with a full-sleeved blouse. During the baraat, Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya, and cousin Sushanth were seen enjoying themselves.

Akhil’s brother Naga Chaitanya stood out with his spirited dance performance in a red kurta during the lively baraat.

Many guests, including Nagarjuna, Chiranjeevi, Daggubati Venkatesh, and director Prashanth Neel, opted for traditional white and gold attire. Ram Charan and his wife Upasana also wore matching white outfits for the occasion.

The Wedding Ceremony

The wedding was held at Annapurna Studios, a venue established by Akhil’s grandfather and legendary actor Akkineni Nageswara Rao. The couple was seen dressed in coordinated white ensembles.

Akhil wore a white kurta and dhoti, while Zainab looked radiant in a white silk saree paired with a golden blouse.

Photos from the ceremony quickly surfaced on social media, giving fans a glimpse into the intimate celebration.

Congratulatory messages poured in for the newlyweds, with fans and well-wishers extending their blessings on social media platforms.

The Couple’s Relationship Journey

Akhil Akkineni and Zainab Ravdjee had been in a relationship for two years before getting engaged in November last year. Zainab is known for her abstract and expressive paintings.

Born in Hyderabad and currently residing in Mumbai, she is the daughter of industrialist Zulfi Ravdjee. She also has a brother, Zain Ravdjee, who serves as the Chairman and Managing Director of ZR Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd.

Apart from her successful career as an artist, Zainab also had a brief stint in acting.

She appeared in MF Hussain’s film Meenaxi: A Tale of Three Cities, where she played the role of Naghma’s friend, alongside actors Tabu and Kunal Kapoor. She recently hosted an exhibition titled Reflections in Hyderabad, showcasing her latest collection of artworks.

Akhil’s Film Career and Upcoming Projects

Akhil is the son of Nagarjuna and his second wife, Amala Akkineni. He is the half-brother of actor Naga Chaitanya, whose marriage to Sobhita Dhulipala took place last year following his divorce from actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu in 2021.

Akhil began his career as a child artist in his father’s 1995 film Sisindri and later appeared in several Telugu films including Akhil (2015), Hello! (2017), Mr. Majnu (2019), and Agent (2023).

He is currently working on his next film Lenin, directed by Murali Kishore Abburu, which stars Sreeleela as the female lead. The film is expected to release in November 2025 and marks a new direction in his career with an action-drama narrative.

Private Yet Star-Studded Celebration

Much like his brother’s wedding, Akhil’s marriage ceremony was kept private and intimate, with only close friends and family attending.

While the event retained a traditional and elegant vibe, the presence of industry stalwarts like Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, and others added a star-studded charm to the day.

Fans of the Akkineni family shared their excitement online, praising the elegance and cultural richness of the ceremony. As Akhil and Zainab begin this new chapter, the heartfelt wishes from fans and film fraternity members continue to pour in.