Akhil Akkineni, the younger son of Telugu superstar Nagarjuna, recently tied the knot with his longtime girlfriend Zainab Ravdjee in an intimate wedding ceremony. The nuptials took place in the early hours of Friday at 3:35 AM at the Akkineni family home in Hyderabad. Sharing their joy with fans, Nagarjuna and his elder son, actor Naga Chaitanya, posted heartfelt messages and pictures from the ceremony on social media, officially welcoming Zainab into the illustrious Akkineni family.
So, who is Zainab Ravdjee?
Zainab Ravdjee is a 39-year-old contemporary artist known for her abstract and impressionistic work. She made her debut in the art world with her collection titled Reflections back in 2012 and has since earned recognition for her vibrant and expressive paintings. Her exhibitions have received praise in Hyderabad’s art circles, positioning her as a notable figure in the city’s creative community.
Zainab also comes from one of Hyderabad’s most prominent business families. She is the daughter of industrialist Zulfi Ravdjee, a key figure in the city’s construction sector and one of its wealthiest businessmen. Her brother, Zain Ravdjee, is the Chairman and Managing Director of ZR Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd, which is the family’s flagship company focusing on sustainable energy solutions.
Zainab and Akhil’s Love Story
Akhil and Zainab reportedly met a few years ago and gradually developed a strong bond that blossomed into love. In November, Akhil publicly introduced Zainab to his fans by announcing their engagement on Instagram. “Found my forever. Happy to announce that Zainab Ravdjee and I are happily engaged,” he wrote alongside their photos.
The wedding ceremony was a private affair attended by close friends and family. Nagarjuna shared, “With immense joy, Amala and I are delighted to share that our dear son has married his beloved Zainab in a beautiful ceremony at our home, where our hearts belong. We watched a dream come true surrounded by love, laughter, and those dearest to us.”
Several big names from the South Indian film industry, including Chiranjeevi, Ram Charan, and director Prashanth Neel, were present to bless the newlyweds.
Zainab now steps into the spotlight not only as a member of the renowned Akkineni family but also as a successful artist and the daughter of one of Hyderabad’s most influential business tycoons.