Akhil Akkineni weds Zainab, Akkineni Nagarjuna celebrates
The wedding ceremony was a beautiful blend of Telugu traditions and personal warmth, with the couple exchanging vows in an intimate affair attended by close family, friends, and celebrities, and marked by lively performances and heartfelt moments.
Akhil Akkineni, son of renowned actor Nagarjuna, tied the knot with Zainab Ravdjee in a private traditional Telugu ceremony at Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad on June 6, 2025, surrounded by close family, friends, and celebrities.
The bride, an artist and perfumer, opted for a stunning pastel ivory silk saree, complemented by diamond jewellery, including a choker, necklace, mathapatti, nath, jhumkas, and diamond bangles. Akhil, meanwhile, wore a simple ivory kurta and dhoti. The ceremony, which began at the auspicious time of 3:35 AM, featured lively performances by Naga Chaitanya and Nagarjuna, who shared heartfelt moments from the ceremony.
Nagarjuna, Akhil's father, stole the show at the wedding baaraat, dancing with infectious energy to DJ beats, joined by his son Naga Chaitanya, who managed the fog machine and grooved alongside his father. The energetic celebration took place at Annapurna Studios, a meaningful location for the family, marking a new chapter for the couple amidst familial warmth and cultural richness.
The marriage, which is an interfaith one, is a significant milestone for Akhil and Zainab, who got engaged in November 2024. The couple's special day was filled with love, laughter, and celebration, setting the tone for their new life together.