While the glitz and glamour of the film industry often associate movie stars with whirlwind romances and short-lived relationships, several prominent South Indian actors have bucked the trend.
From sharing school benches to walking down the wedding aisle, their enduring love stories offer a refreshing glimpse into real-world commitment. Here is a look at five celebrated South Indian actors who successfully turned their childhood romances into lifelong marriages.
5 South Indian Stars Who Married Their Childhood Sweethearts
Dulquer Salmaan-Amal Sufiya
Malayalam superstar Dulquer Salmaan shares a beautiful history with his wife, Amal Sufiya. The two attended the same school in Chennai, where she was his junior. Though their families eventually stepped in to formalise the connection through an arranged-marriage setup, Dulquer admits he actively pursued her after spotting her repeatedly around town. They married in December 2011 and remain one of the industry’s most elegant couples.
Ram Charan-Upasana Kamineni
Telugu superstar Ram Charan and entrepreneur Upasana Kamineni first crossed paths during their school days in London. They started out as close friends who regularly pulled each other’s legs, entirely unaware of their romantic feelings. It was only when Ram Charan moved back to India to start his acting career that they felt the painful sting of distance. Realising their deep bond, they married in June 2012.
NT Rama Rao Jr-Lakshmi Pranathi
Popularly known as Jr NTR, the global star met Lakshmi Pranathi through a family connection when she was quite young. Their families had known each other for generations, allowing the duo to build a solid foundation of trust during their formative years. After waiting for Lakshmi to complete her higher education, the couple officially tied the knot in May 2011 during a spectacular, star-studded wedding ceremony in Hyderabad.
Allu Arjun-Sneha Reddy
The Pushpa actor first laid eyes on Sneha Reddy at a mutual friend’s wedding party, though their families had been acquainted for years. Arjun was completely captivated by her grace and instantly struck up a conversation. Despite coming from different professional backgrounds, they maintained a steady relationship through secret dates and messages. Overcoming initial parental hesitation, they happily married in March 2011 and share two children.