Anna Konidela, also known as Anna Lezhneva, and Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan announced their separation late on 9 November 2026, after 13 years of marriage. They said the decision was mutual and that their two children’s well-being would remain a shared priority.
Key Highlights
- The couple registered their marriage in Hyderabad on 30 September 2013.
- Anna earned a Master of Arts degree from the National University of Singapore in 2024.
- The couple confirmed their separation in a joint statement. Hindustan Times separately reported a Family Court petition, citing Jana Sena sources.
What Anna Konidela and Pawan Kalyan Announced
Both signed the joint statement shared with The Indian Express. Jana Sena leaders confirmed its authenticity to the newspaper. In it, Anna and Kalyan said they intended to remain friends and asked for privacy as their family adjusted to the change.
The Hindustan Times report on the court filing cites Jana Sena sources who said both had filed a petition in Family Court. The two accounts establish different parts of the timeline.
- Public announcement. The couple confirmed their decision to separate and said they would continue to raise their children as co-parents.
- Reported court filing. The petition is a request to the court. A decree would establish the legal outcome.
The 9 November date marks when the couple made their decision public. As of 10 November, their statement left the outcome of any court proceedings unaddressed.
Anna Konidela’s Background and Public Life
Anna is a Russian national. Earlier reports often used the name Anna Lezhneva, while she signed the separation statement Anna Konidala. The spelling Anna Konidela appeared on the Instagram profile Kalyan shared when he welcomed her to the platform. These are the names readers will encounter across coverage of her graduation, public appearances, and separation.
- Education: In July 2024, footage from the National University of Singapore showed Anna going on stage to receive her Master of Arts degree.
- Instagram: Anna opened her first public account in March 2026. Kalyan welcomed her in a post, and Anna shared a photograph of the two together.
Her graduation coverage and Instagram debut are easier to place than their first meeting. The Indian Express’s 2024 account placed it on the set of the 2011 Telugu film Teen Maar. Later reporting by Hindustan Times described when and how they met as uncertain. The marriage registration provides a firmer date for the early timeline.
Anna also made a public visit to Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala on 14 April 2025. The Telegraph’s coverage of the visit cited Jana Sena’s account of her serving food to devotees and donating ₹17 lakh to the temple authorities. The visit was among her documented public appearances before she joined Instagram.
Marriage Timeline From 2013 to 2026
A December 2013 Times of India report cited the sub-registrar in Erragadda, Hyderabad, as confirming that the marriage was registered on 30 September that year. It was Kalyan’s third marriage. The registration date anchors the 13-year timeline cited in the separation coverage.
| When | Public Milestone |
| 30 September 2013 | Anna and Pawan Kalyan registered their marriage in Hyderabad. |
| June 2024 | Anna appeared in coverage of Kalyan’s Pithapuram Assembly election win. |
| July 2024 | Anna’s graduation from the National University of Singapore was reported. |
| April 2025 | Anna visited Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirumala. |
| March 2026 | Anna made her public Instagram debut. |
| 9 November 2026 | They announced their separation in a joint statement. |
The June 2024 footage came during a change in Kalyan’s public role. The New Indian Express’s Andhra Pradesh account on X showed Anna applying a victory tilak as he built a lead in Pithapuram. He won the seat and was named Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister later that month. The Singapore graduation coverage followed in July and documented a milestone of Anna’s own.
For further updates, look for a direct statement from either person or reporting that identifies a specific court development.
FAQs
Are Anna Konidela and Anna Lezhneva the same person?
Yes. Anna Lezhneva is the name used in earlier coverage, including reports on her graduation. She signed the November 2026 separation statement using the spelling Anna Konidala.
When did Anna Konidela and Pawan Kalyan marry?
Their marriage was registered on 30 September 2013 in Hyderabad. The date comes from reporting that cited the sub-registrar in Erragadda, where the marriage was registered.
Has a court finalised their divorce?
The couple publicly announced their separation. Hindustan Times reported that both had filed a Family Court petition. Their joint statement gave no details about a court decree.
Do Anna Konidela and Pawan Kalyan have children together?
They have two children together, a daughter and a son. In their joint statement, they said they would continue to prioritise their children’s happiness and well-being.
What degree did Anna Konidela earn in Singapore?
She earned a Master of Arts degree from the National University of Singapore. The Indian Express reported on her graduation in July 2024 and described the ceremony footage.
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