Malayalam Star Lena Tied Knot With This 'Gaganyaan Pilot' In January, Kept Secret For Privacy

Malayalam actor Lena recently shared joyous news about her marriage to Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, a selected pilot for India's inaugural human space travel program, Gaganyaan.

The announcement coincided with Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealing the names of the chosen Indian Air Force pilots for the historic mission.

Lena Shared The News On Instagram

Malayalam Actress Lena Announces Marriage With Gaganyaan Pilot/Instagram

Lena, on Instagram, disclosed that she intentionally waited for the official release of pilot names before making her marriage public, citing privacy reasons.

In Wedding Took Place In January

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The couple exchanged vows on January 17, 2024, in a traditional ceremony, marking Lena's second marriage. The newlyweds, adorned in traditional attire, radiated happiness as they posed alongside their family members.

In a special video message, Lena expressed her elation on the day when PM Modi honoured Captain Prasanth with the prestigious first Indian astronaut wings.

The Gaganyaan Mission

PM Modi, during his visit to Kerala, unveiled the names of the four astronaut-designates for the Gaganyaan mission. Apart from Captain Prasanth Nair, the selected Indian Air Force pilots gearing up for the mission include Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap, and Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla. All four underwent extensive training at Russia's Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre.

The Gaganyaan Mission Holds Historical Significance

During his inspection of the Gaganyaan mission progress at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, PM Modi conferred 'astronaut wings' to the chosen astronauts. The Gaganyaan mission holds historical significance as India's maiden human space flight program, with significant preparations underway at various Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) centers.

All About Lena Kumar

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Lena is a multifaceted Indian personality, serving as an actress, author, and scriptwriter with a prominent presence in Malayalam cinema. Her journey in the film industry began with the 1998 release, Sneham. Over the span of 25 years, she has graced the screens in more than 175 films across five languages, showcasing her talent in acclaimed works in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Additionally, her versatile career extends to television, where she has contributed to shows like Sneha, Malayogam, and Shaitan, among others.

The marriage announcement added an extra layer of celebration to the already momentous occasion, blending the personal joy of Lena and Captain Prasanth with the national pride surrounding India's ambitious foray into space exploration.

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