
'Pushpa' director Sukumar celebrates 16 years of marriage, wife Thabitha shares rare family moments: 'Here's to forever'
Filmmaker Sukumar and wife Thabitha Bandreddi celebrated 16 years of marriage with heartfelt Instagram posts. They shared intimate family photos and a romantic anniversary trip to Bali, expressing gratitude for their journey together. The couple, married since 2009, are proud parents to two children, Sukriti and Sukranth.
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, who is known for his blockbuster films like 'Arya' and the 'Pushpa' series, has marked 16 years of marriage with his wife, Thabitha Bandreddi. Known for maintaining a private personal life, Sukumar rarely shares glimpses into his family world.
However, this time, Thabitha offered fans a heartfelt and intimate look into their life together.
Heartfelt Anniversary Tribute on Instagram
To celebrate their wedding anniversary, Thabitha shared intimate family photos on Instagram along with a heartfelt message reflecting on their life together. The images beautifully showcase their joyful and loving bond. Thabitha looked elegant in a white and red gown, while Sukumar chose a casual white shirt and light pants.
Surrounded by their children, the couple celebrated the special day with genuine happiness shining through every picture.
Emotional Caption Reflects Enduring Love
Along with the photo, Thabitha captioned: '16 years, countless memories, and a love that keeps growing stronger. Grateful for the journey, the grace, and the God who holds us together. Here's to forever."
Romantic Anniversary Getaway to Bali
A few hours later, Thabitha posted enchanting snapshots from their anniversary trip to Bali, Indonesia.
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Set against the serene ocean and a glowing sunset, the couple appeared relaxed and joyful—Thabitha wore a pink floral gown, while Sukumar donned his usual casual white outfit. Accompanying the photos, she wrote, 'Love as endless as the ocean, as warm as the sunset, and as beautiful as this moment we share," tagging Sukumar with a heart.
A Journey of Growth and Parenthood
Married on June 13, 2009, the couple has grown together both personally and professionally over the years. They are proud parents to two children: their eldest daughter, Sukriti Bandreddi, and their younger son, Sukranth Bandreddi.

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