Entertainment: The love story of Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar is one of the most heartwarming and inspiring stories in South Indian cinema. Unlike many celebrity romances, theirs wasn’t marked by drama or publicity. It began simply and gradually blossomed into a strong, long-lasting relationship. Mahesh Babu was in the early stages of his acting career, while Namrata was already a well-known face after winning the Miss India title and acting in Hindi films. They first crossed paths in 1999 during the filming of the Telugu film Vamsi, which marked Mahesh’s debut as a hero and Namrata’s first Telugu project. At the time, they were complete strangers. During the shooting in 2000, their conversations grew, and what began as a casual acquaintance gradually blossomed into a deep friendship. By the end of the shooting, their friendship quietly blossomed into love. Despite a four-year age difference, Mahesh valued Namrata’s maturity, while she admired his simplicity and dedication. Their bond grew on trust, respect, and mutual understanding. The couple kept their relationship private for a long time. Mahesh initially shared the news only with his sister and didn’t immediately tell his parents, hoping to shield their love from unnecessary attention. In 2004, they made their relationship public, and on February 10, 2005, they married in a traditional Telugu ceremony in Mumbai. After marriage, Namrata stepped away from films to focus on family life. They had a son, Gautam Krishna, in 2006, and a daughter, Sitara, in 2012. Like any couple, they faced difficulties, but their unwavering support for each other strengthened their relationship. Today, Mahesh and Namrata are admired as an ideal couple who show that love, patience, trust and family values can transform a humble beginning into a lifelong partnership.
Mahesh Babu-Namrata’s backstage romance story
