Sumukha marries long-time girlfriend; Kannada actor ties knot with Maitri Uka; Private ceremony held in Rishikesh
ETimes | April 6, 2026 12:39 PM CST
Kannada actor Sumukha has married his long-time girlfriend Maitri Uka in a quiet and intimate ceremony. The couple exchanged vows in a simple spiritual setting by the Ganga River in Rishikesh.
The wedding, which took place away from the spotlight, was attended only by close family and friends as reported by Money Control website.
Simple riverside wedding
The ceremony was held in the peaceful surroundings of Rishikesh and the couple chose a spiritual and minimalistic approach for their special day.
Seven-year love story of Sumukha and Maitri Uka
Sumukha and Maitri have been together for nearly seven years and their relationship remained steady despite busy professional lives and different career paths.
Pictures from the occasion were shared on Ivory Films’ Instagram handle and it received plenty of love online.
One comment read, "My favourites.....God bless." Another wrote, "Really so beautiful." Others praised the photography, with one saying, "What beautiful timeless captures ! Amazing clicks."
Several fans and colleagues also posted simple messages of "Congratulations."
Meet Maitri Uka; Sumukha’s career so far
Maitri Uka is a qualified architect and interior designer. She has worked with several reputed firms in Mumbai.
Meanwhile, Sumukha, son of theatre veterans Shashi Kumar and Nanditha Yadav, began acting as a child. He made his mark in Kannada cinema with films like Yaanaa, Physics Teacher, and Manada Kadalu.
Born in Bengaluru, he studied at The Valley School before moving to Mumbai to pursue acting seriously.
On the other hand, Sumukha was last seen in 'Manada Kadalu' and earlier in an exclusive chat with TOI City, the actor had said, "I’ve dedicated years to honing my craft, and I’m determined to make it big in Kannada cinema. My goal is to create films that resonate with a wide audience, captivating the masses and leave a lasting impression.”
The wedding, which took place away from the spotlight, was attended only by close family and friends as reported by Money Control website.
Simple riverside wedding
The ceremony was held in the peaceful surroundings of Rishikesh and the couple chose a spiritual and minimalistic approach for their special day.
Seven-year love story of Sumukha and Maitri Uka
Sumukha and Maitri have been together for nearly seven years and their relationship remained steady despite busy professional lives and different career paths.
Pictures from the occasion were shared on Ivory Films’ Instagram handle and it received plenty of love online.
One comment read, "My favourites.....God bless." Another wrote, "Really so beautiful." Others praised the photography, with one saying, "What beautiful timeless captures ! Amazing clicks."
Several fans and colleagues also posted simple messages of "Congratulations."
Meet Maitri Uka; Sumukha’s career so far
Maitri Uka is a qualified architect and interior designer. She has worked with several reputed firms in Mumbai.
Meanwhile, Sumukha, son of theatre veterans Shashi Kumar and Nanditha Yadav, began acting as a child. He made his mark in Kannada cinema with films like Yaanaa, Physics Teacher, and Manada Kadalu.
Born in Bengaluru, he studied at The Valley School before moving to Mumbai to pursue acting seriously.
On the other hand, Sumukha was last seen in 'Manada Kadalu' and earlier in an exclusive chat with TOI City, the actor had said, "I’ve dedicated years to honing my craft, and I’m determined to make it big in Kannada cinema. My goal is to create films that resonate with a wide audience, captivating the masses and leave a lasting impression.”
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