Pawan Kalyan Announces Separation From Third Wife Anna Konidala After 13 Years Of Marriage: 'We Remain Good Friends And Devoted Parents'

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and his third wife, Anna Konidala, have announced their separation after 13 years of marriage. Pawan first met Anna, a Russian citizen whose maiden name is Anna Lezhneva, while shooting for Teen Maar in 2011.

Pawan Kalyan, Anna Konidala Announce Separation

In a joint statement shared on Monday night, the couple said they had made the decision with “mutual understanding and respect.” They added that while their marriage had come to an end, they would continue to remain “good friends and devoted parents” to their children.

"During this personal transition, we seek your understanding, kindness, and respect for our privacy. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has stood by us throughout this journey," read the statement.

About Pawan Kalyan, Anna Konidala Relationship

Pawan Kalyan tied the knot to Anna Lezheneva in September 2013 under the Special Marriage Act at a sub-registrar office in Hyderabad.

The duo have two children together, Polena Anjana Pawanova and Mark Shankar Pawanovich.  

Anna Konidela Deletes Instagram Account

Soon after their decision to part ways was announced, Anna Konidela deleted her Instagram account to which she was welcomed by Pawan Kalyan

Pawan Kalyan's Marriages

The Telugu superstar married Nandini, his first wife in 1997, one year after his film debut. He was then in a live-in relationship with his co-star Renu Desai. In 2004 the couple welcomed a son Akira Nandan. In 2007 Pawan and Nandini headed for divorce which resulted in him giving an alimony of Rs 5 crore as a one-time settlement.

In 2009, Pawan and Renu tied the knot. In 2010 their daughter Aadya was born. They called it quits in 2012.