Pawan Kalyan And Anna Konidela Announce Divorce After 13 Years Of Marriage: Everything About Their Love Story

Popular Telugu actor and Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan Konidela has announced his separation from his third wife, Anna Konidela, after 13 years of marriage. The couple reportedly confirmed their decision through a joint statement issued late on November 9, 2026.

The announcement has attracted considerable attention, particularly as the couple had largely kept their personal relationship away from the public eye. In their statement, Pawan and Anna explained that they had decided to end their marriage amicably, with mutual understanding and respect.

Although their relationship as husband and wife has come to an end, the two have expressed their intention to maintain a friendly relationship and continue raising their children together. They have also requested privacy as they navigate this personal transition.

The joint statement shared by the couple read:

"To Our Well-Wishers, Near and Dear Ones...

After sharing a significant part of our lives together, we have decided to part ways with mutual understanding and respect.

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.

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.

Pawan Kalyan Konidala

Anna Konidala"

Pawan Kalyan And Anna Konidela's Divorce: What We Know About Their Separation

While the couple did not disclose the circumstances behind their decision, reports suggest that discussions about their separation had been taking place for several months. According to sources reportedly associated with the Jana Sena Party, the two had approached the Family Court and filed a petition seeking a divorce by mutual consent.

The sources further claimed that both parties had agreed to the separation. However, the joint statement did not provide details about any legal proceedings, arrangements concerning their children or other aspects of the divorce.

The announcement has come after speculation about their relationship had reportedly been circulating for some time. Neither Pawan Kalyan nor Anna has publicly discussed the reasons behind their decision, and their families have also remained silent on the matter.

Who Is Anna Lezhneva? Meet Pawan Kalyan's Third Wife

Anna Lezhneva, also known as Anna Konidela, is a Russian-born former model and actress. Apart from her association with the entertainment industry, reports suggest that she has business interests, including hotel chains in Singapore.

According to several media reports, Anna's estimated wealth is around Rs 1,800 crore, with properties and other assets reportedly spread across Russia and Singapore. However, these financial estimates have not been independently verified.

Anna first met Pawan Kalyan in 2011 while they were working on the Telugu film Teen Maar. At the time, the actor was reportedly going through a difficult phase in his personal life following his separation from his second wife, Renu Desai.

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Reports about their relationship suggest that Pawan developed feelings for Anna soon after meeting her. The two reportedly dated for around two years before getting married on September 30, 2013.

Their marriage brought together two families, as Anna already had a daughter, Polena Anjana Pawanova, from her previous marriage. The couple later welcomed their son, Mark Shankar Pawanovich.

Pawan Kalyan's Previous Marriages: A Look At His Relationship History

For the uninitiated, Anna was Pawan Kalyan's third wife. Before marrying the Russian-born actress, the actor had been married twice.

His first marriage was to Nandini, a woman from Visakhapatnam. The two tied the knot in 1997 but separated in 1999. Their divorce was finalised in 2008.

Pawan subsequently married actress and model Renu Desai in 2009. The couple, who had two children together, reportedly separated in 2011, with their divorce being finalised in 2012.

In 2013, Pawan married Anna Lezhneva, beginning their 13-year relationship. Their recent joint announcement has now confirmed the end of their marriage, although both have stated that their responsibilities towards their children will remain a shared priority.