Prakash Raj is one name that needs no introduction. The actor, director and producer have made a name for himself both in Bollywood and South Indian film industry. The winner of three National Awards, Prakash Raj has written his name with a golden pen in the books of cinema.
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A philanthropist, Prakash Raj had a rough start. He grew up in a house where the things were taken care of by his mother as his father was always busy in drinking. His personal life finally found stability at the age of 45. Let’s see what makes Prakash Raj the man he is today.
Prakash Raj married Tamil film actress, Lalitha Kumari in 1994. The two were a much-in-love couple. Together they welcomed three children; daughters, Meghna and Pooja and a son, Sidhu. Happiness encircled the family until one gloomy day when their four-year-old son, Sidhu, fell from the table while flying a kite. The little boy struggled for a month before his injuries took him away from his family. This shook the entire family, especially Prakash. He was never the same after the death of his son.
The death of their son led to an estranged relationship between the couple which was hard to bridge. When nothing worked, the couple decided to file for a divorce. Lalitha didn’t like how their lives were treating them but she knew that she had to let go of the man she loves and signed the papers.
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On his divorce, Prakash said:
“I live life the way I am and I didn't want to lie so I sat my daughters down and explained to them why I wanted to divorce even though Lata did not want to let me go. My daughters are both with me and her. My office still runs her home and while I have divorced her, my mother, daughters and friends have not.”
The couple parted ways in 2009. Prakash looks after his daughters and his ex-wife’s well-being and he makes sure that they are well provided for.
During the time when Prakash and Lalitha were separated, the actor met a young choreographer, Pony Verma. Her energy and vivaciousness were missing from Prakash’s life. While working with her, Prakash realised that Pony was the girl who can fix his broken heart. Pony, too, felt the same. Despite having an age gap of 12 years, the new couple decided to take their relationship to another level. Prakash and Pony had made up their minds. They told their family and friends about it and got blessings from everyone.
Prakash shared:
“During the period that we were separated and had applied for a divorce, I met Pony who was choreographing for one of my films. I spoke to my mother and my daughters and said, this is what I want to do, but I wanted Pony to spend time with my daughters. I knew it was her first marriage, though I came with baggage. She also met Lata and my daughters, who said, 'Cool dad, please go ahead'.”
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Prakash Raj and Pony Verma tied the knot in 2010. It was an intimate wedding which was attended by their close friends and family members. On various occasions, Prakash has expressed how lucky he feels to have Pony by his side. She brings nothing but joy and energy in his life.
Prakash gushed:
“I love her energy. I got married to her at 45. Probably, I would have become a little serious in life. But she brought romance and music in my life. It's great to have a beautiful young woman next to you when you go out and can escape for a holiday. Suddenly, you feel younger and there is so much joy in my life.”
He further added and said:
“Otherwise, I would have been a senior actor and like some other senior actors would have turned into a tharki. Being alone, you need a woman in your life. And then you have a woman who is 12 years younger to you, who is mature, who hugs you, who makes you feel like going back home. I love the way she has become a friend to my elder daughter Pooja, the way they talk and have secrets.”
At the age of 50, Prakash became a father again when the couple welcomed their son into this world. They have named him Vedhanth and he is the apple of everyone’s eye.
Prakash Raj has seen many ups and downs in his life. He has been an acquaintance of sorrow. After years of struggle, he was able to build a happy life with Pony. We hope that Prakash and his family are always surrounded by happiness.
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