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When cinema meets business: Asin to Nivetha Pethuraj, South Indian actresses who married entrepreneurs

ETimes.in | Last updated on - Aug 29, 2025, 11:00 IST
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​When cinema meets business: Asin to Nivetha Pethuraj, South Indian actresses who married entrepreneurs

Kollywood cutey Nivetha Pethuraj has chosen Dubai businessman Rajhith Ibran as her life partner. Their shared passion for cars and racing brought them closer. With his Dubai lifestyle, spiritual beliefs, and business successes, Rajhit is being hailed as the 'perfect match' among fans. Their marriage is making the Kollywood world take notice. As another actress set to marry a businessman, here is a look at South Indian actresses who tied the knot with entrepreneurs.

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Asin and Rahul Sharma – From cinema to family bliss

Asin and Rahul Sharma, a founder of consumer electronics, who fell in love across the language barrier, got married in 2016, surprising Bollywood and the business world. Asin has retired from cinema and is fully involved in family life. Their wealth and simple bond have made them a great couple. But fans anticipate to see her back on big screens and share their wish on social media regularly.

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Laila and Mehdi – Family first, cinema next

Laila, a popular actress of the 90s, chose famous businessman Mehdi as her life partner. For many years, she stayed away from the cinema to focus on her family. Thanks to Mehdi's support, she is now acting in films again and impressing fans through her second innings in cinema. Family happiness and a balance between film work and family life are the highlights of their lives.

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Shriya Saran and Andrei Koscheev – A cross-cultural power couple

South Indian cinema's dream girl Shriya Saran married Russian businessman and tennis player Andrei Koscheev in 2018. Their love blossomed beyond family ties and cultural differences. Andrei Koscheev's business acumen and Shriya Saran's cinematic success made them a 'power couple'. They are currently living a happy family life in Spain with their daughter.

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Kajal Aggarwal and Gautham Kichlu – Balancing stardom and business success

Popular actress of South Indian cinema, Kajal Aggarwal, married businessman Gautham Kichlu in 2020. Their life, which shines in the world of business and cinema, has been very well received by fans. Now a mother, Kajal is balancing family and cinema. Gautham Kichlu's business acumen makes their life even more special.

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Keerthy Suresh and Antony Thattil – A love story rooted in simplicity

Keerthy Suresh, who recently got married, has taken Antony Thattil, a businessman and construction tycoon from Kochi, as her life partner. Their love story began among close friends and ended in a sweet wedding. Keerthi's simplicity and Antony's business success have been well received by fans. Their wedding became a big topic on social media.

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