Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth, co-stars of the 2021 film Maha Samudram, tied the knot in an intimate South Indian ceremony on September 16. The wedding, set against the stunning backdrop of a 400-year-old temple, came as a delightful surprise after months of speculation. The couple had announced their engagement earlier this year, following years of rumors about their relationship. Both Aditi and Siddharth have had storied personal and professional journeys, each deeply rooted in cinema, with Aditi's past marriage and Siddharth's ties to the legendary Mani Ratnam adding intriguing layers to their union.

A Surprise Wedding Announcement

Oh darling! Isn’t it wonderful when love stories blossom like this? Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth, who had kept everyone guessing about their relationship, finally made it official on Instagram. The couple shared stunning images from their intimate South Indian wedding, leaving fans gushing. The ceremony, held at a 400-year-old temple in Wanaparthy, was a private affair, away from the media glare. Aditi, draped in a timeless beige saree and traditional gold jewelry, and Siddharth, in a classic white kurta pajama, were the epitome of grace. Their announcement, made with heartfelt captions, was met with adoration across social media.

Commenting on their love, Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth said, “We would’ve been in love even if we’d met each other in our teens”

From *Maha Samudram* to Marriage

These two first set tongues wagging when they shared screen space in Maha Samudram, their 2021 romantic action film. Sparks apparently flew behind the camera, too, as rumors about their romance gained momentum. But Aditi, with her elegance, and Siddharth, always the quiet charmer, kept it low-key. Their relationship only became public when Aditi wished Siddharth on his birthday in 2022, but the big revelation came in March this year when they officially announced their engagement.

Aditi's Past Ties and New Beginnings

Now, if you think this is the first time Aditi’s been down the aisle, think again! She was previously married to actor Satyadeep Mishra, a relationship that began in 2009 and ended in divorce in 2013. While their union might have been short-lived, both moved on to greener pastures—Satyadeep most notably marrying Bollywood’s fashion maven, Masaba Gupta, just this year. In a sweet turn of events, they’re now expecting their first child together. Aditi, meanwhile, has gracefully moved on, finding love and life with Siddharth.

Influences of Mani Ratnam and Cinema on Their Journey

Now, if you want to get into the cinematic connections between these two—my goodness, it’s rich! Siddharth, who made his acting debut back in 2003 with the Tamil film Boys, has always been proud of being a Mani Ratnam protégé. He worked behind the scenes with the maestro before stepping into the spotlight. Aditi, on the other hand, was enchanted by the world of cinema from a tender age, inspired by Ratnam’s music video for Kehna Hi Kya from Bombay. Both actors credit Ratnam’s vision for pushing them toward the path of acting, which, it seems, also led them to each other.