Sreeleela recently sparked widespread speculation after sharing photos dressed in bridal attire, featuring traditional rituals like turmeric application and a red bindi, which many interpreted as wedding imagery.
However, the actress clarified that these viral images were from her birthday celebration, observed according to the Telugu lunar calendar, not a wedding or engagement. Despite her actual birthday being June 14, her family follows traditional tithi customs.
The photos showed Sreeleela in a pastel blue and cream saree with traditional jewelry, and a sindoor-like mark on her maang, which fueled rumors about her marital status.
“Today is a big day for me. I will share the complete details soon. Coming soon,” she captioned the images, which initially intensified fan speculation.
Adding to the buzz, Sreeleela has been linked romantically to Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan, with whom she is currently filming a Bollywood project speculated to be
Aashiqui 3, directed by Anurag Basu. Fans have noticed their growing closeness during the shoot.
Sreeleela, who began her career in Kannada cinema and rose to fame in Telugu films with hits like
Dhamaka, is now expanding her presence in Bollywood alongside major stars.
While some fans speculated the photos might be part of a promotional campaign, the actress’s clarification has settled rumors, highlighting the cultural nuances of her birthday celebration.
This incident underscores how traditional customs can be misinterpreted in the social media age, especially when combined with celebrity status and ongoing film projects.
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Actress Sreeleela clarified that viral photos showing her in bridal attire are from her birthday celebration, not a wedding. The images, featuring traditional rituals and attire, sparked widespread speculation about her marital status and relationship with actor Kartik Aaryan, with whom she is currently filming.
