Telugu Stars Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi Join the List of South Indian Celebrities Who Found Love on Film Sets

Telugu stars Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi are set to embark on a new chapter in their love story as they prepare to get engaged on Friday, June 9, at Varun’s residence. The couple, who met on the set of the film Mister in 2017, kept their relationship under wraps for years before deciding to make it official.

The phenomenon of actors falling in love while working together is not uncommon in the world of cinema, and the South Indian film industry has witnessed its fair share of such love stories. Let’s take a closer look at some of the celebrity couples from the industry who found love on film sets.

Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu once hailed as one of Telugu cinema’s most celebrated couples, fell for each other while working on the film Ye Maaya Chesave in 2010. After several years of being in a relationship, they tied the knot in 2017. Unfortunately, the couple announced their separation in 2021.

Another prominent couple is Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodhkar. Namrata, who primarily worked in Hindi films, found her breakthrough in the Telugu film industry opposite Mahesh Babu in the 2000 film Vamshee. Their on-screen chemistry translated into a real-life romance, and they got married in 2005. The couple has two children together.

The iconic couple Nagarjuna and Amala met during the shooting of the cult classic Siva, directed by Ram Gopal Varma. Their love story blossomed when Nagarjuna consoled Amala during a challenging moment on set, leading to their marriage in 1992.

Late actor Krishna and Vijaya Nirmala, who first acted together in the movie Sakshi (1967), soon became a real-life couple, sharing a beautiful journey both on and off-screen.

Kamal Haasan and Sarika’s love story started while working on various films. Despite initial resistance, they eventually gave in to their feelings and got married in 1988. Although they later divorced in 2004, their daughters Shruti and Akshara have followed in their footsteps as actresses.

Suriya and Jyothika’s romance began when Jyothika recommended Suriya for a role in the film Kaakha Kaakha. Their on-screen collaboration turned into a real-life partnership, and they tied the knot in 2006.

Ajith Kumar and Shalini, who have been happily married since 2000, have also shared the screen in a couple of films.

Yash and Radhika Pandit, known for their work in TV serials, found love on the sets and got married in 2016.

As Varun Tej and Lavanya Tripathi prepare for their engagement, they join the ranks of South Indian celebrities who found love amidst the glitz and glamour of the film industry. Their love story serves as a reminder of the enchanting and sometimes unpredictable nature of relationships that blossom on film sets.

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