Tollywood stars Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala tie the knot

Tollywood stars Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala have tied the knot in a private ceremony. 

Chaitanya's fatjher Nagarjuna shared the first glimpses of the joyous occasion on social media. The wedding was hosted at the iconic Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad, a property owned by Chaitanya's family.

"Seeing Chay and Sobhita start this wonderful new chapter together has been an incredibly heartfelt moment for me. Congratulations, my dear Chay, and a heartfelt welcome to Sobhita—you've already brought endless joy into our lives. This celebration feels even more special as it takes place in the presence of ANR garu's statue, a tribute to his centenary. It's as if his blessings and love are guiding us through this journey. I am truly thankful for all the love and blessings we have received on this memorable day," expressed Nagarjuna.

The radiant bride, Sobhita Dhulipala, was an epitome of elegance in a golden silk saree paired with traditional temple jewelry, her hair adorned with fragrant mogra flowers. Naga Chaitanya complemented her perfectly, exuding charm in a classic white ensemble.

The couple's wedding took place at the iconic Annapurna Studios in Hyderabad, a landmark deeply tied to the Akkineni family legacy. 

Established in 1976 by Naga Chaitanya's grandfather, the legendary actor-producer Akkineni Nageswara Rao, the 22-acre studio in Banjara Hills has been a cornerstone of Tollywood. 

Over the years, it has produced more than 60 films and continues to stand as one of India's largest and most renowned film production hubs.

The star-studded guest list featured luminaries from various fields, including Chiranjeevi, badminton champion PV Sindhu, and actress Nayanthara. Adding to the glamour were the Akkineni and Daggubati families, along with celebrated names like NTR.

Power couples Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela, as well as Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar, also graced the occasion. 

Sobhita recently shared a peek into her 'Pasupu Danchadam' ceremony on Instagram, writing, "Godhuma Raayi Pasupu Danchadam… And so it begins." Dressed in a vibrant saree adorned with an elegant gold and green border. 

Pasupu Danchadam is a significant Telugu pre-wedding ritual that symbolises the start of the wedding celebrations. The term "Pasupu" refers to turmeric, while "Danchadam" means to crush. Together, the phrase represents the ceremonial act of grinding turmeric, wheat, and stone, signifying purity, prosperity, and the union of two families.

The love story

In August, Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala took their relationship to the next level by getting engaged in an intimate ceremony in Hyderabad. 

Veteran actor Nagarjuna Akkineni shared the delightful news by posting pictures of the couple from the engagement ceremony on his official X handle.

Nagarjuna shared his excitement in the post, writing, "With great joy, we announce the engagement of our son, Naga Chaitanya, to Sobhita Dhulipala, held this morning at 9:42am. We are thrilled to welcome Sobhita into our family. Congratulations to the beautiful couple! May their journey together be filled with love and happiness. God bless. 8.8.8 marks the beginning of a timeless love."

Actor Naga Chaitanya was formerly married to renowned actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The duo publicly revealed their decision to part ways in a joint statement shared on their social media platforms in October 2021.