Power Star and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and his wife, Anna Konidela, have confirmed their separation. With this, Pawan Kalyan’s third marriage has come to an end.
In a joint statement, the couple said they had decided to part ways “with mutual understanding and respect”, and that they will remain “good friends and devoted parents” to their children.
The Joint Statement
“After sharing a significant part of our lives together, we have decided to part ways with mutual understanding and respect,” the statement read.
“Though our marriage has come to an end, we remain good friends and devoted parents to our wonderful children. Their happiness and well-being will always remain our shared priority.”
The couple also asked for privacy during this personal transition.
A Personal Life Often in the Spotlight
Pawan Kalyan’s professional journey, from Power Star to one of Andhra Pradesh’s most important political leaders, has been watched closely by millions. His personal life has also often been in the public eye.
The separation from Anna marks the end of his third marriage.
First Marriage: Nandini
Pawan Kalyan’s first marriage was to Nandini in 1997. The marriage didn’t last, and the two parted ways, with the divorce finalised in 2008.
Second Marriage: Renu Desai
Pawan Kalyan’s second marriage was to actress Renu Desai, who worked with him in films like Badri and Johnny. The two had been together for several years before marrying in 2009.
They have two children. The couple divorced in 2012, and Renu Desai has since spoken about their separation with dignity, while staying closely involved in their children’s lives.
Third Marriage: Anna Lezhneva
Pawan Kalyan met Anna Lezhneva, a Russian national, during the making of his film Teenmaar. The two married in 2013, and they have two children together.
Anna largely stayed away from the spotlight, but she was seen alongside Pawan Kalyan at important moments in his political journey. She later took the name Anna Konidela.
Now, after more than a decade together, the two have decided to go their separate ways.
Pawan Kalyan’s Marriages at a Glance
Nandini: Married 1997, divorced 2008
Renu Desai: Married 2009, divorced 2012
Anna Konidela: Married 2013, separation announced 2026
Children Remain the Priority
In all three cases, Pawan Kalyan’s family has largely kept its personal matters private. With this latest separation too, both he and Anna have made it clear that their children’s well-being will remain their shared priority.
A Request for Respect
Pawan Kalyan’s fans have reacted to the news with shock, but many have also called for the family’s privacy to be respected, as the couple requested in their statement.