Video: Actor Lena & Gaganyaan Astronaut Prasanth Nair Wedding Reception

Love has taken flight in the life of Malayalam actress Lena, who recently confirmed her marriage with Captain Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, one of the leaders of India's Gaganyaan Mission. 

Lena, known for her acclaimed work in Malayalam and Tamil cinema, revealed that she tied the knot with Captain Prasanth on January 17, 2024, in a traditional ceremony through an arranged marriage.

At their wedding reception, celebrated chef Suresh Pillai, a close confidant of the couple, shared his heartfelt congratulations on social media. Meanwhile, Prashanth Balakrishnan Nair, referring to their union as a "second inning," expressed gratitude for the cherished moments with those in attendance. He characterized their marriage as a new chapter with eloquence, signifying the beginning of a lifetime innings. The video concluded with an affectionate kiss between the newlyweds, sealing the celebration of their love.

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A Historic Union

The announcement came on the evening of Tuesday, February 27, 2024, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's groundbreaking declaration about Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair being officially recognized as one of the pilots undergoing training for the Gaganyaan mission.  Lena shared a snippet of the official video on her Instagram, capturing the moment when PM Modi awarded the First Indian Astronaut Wings to Captain Prasanth.

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Lena and Captain Prasanth were seen adorned with garlands, radiating joy alongside their family members. Lena, in her Instagram caption, expressed her pride in the historic moment, stating, "Today, 27 February, 2024, our Prime Minister, Modi ji Awarded the First Indian Astronaut Wings to Indian Air Force Fighter Pilot, Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair."

Wait for PM Modi's Announcement

Lena revealed that the confidentiality required official acknowledgment, and she eagerly awaited PM Modi's announcement to share the news of her marriage. She mentioned, "In order to maintain the officially required confidentiality, I was waiting for this announcement to let you know that I got married to Prasanth on January 17, 2024, in a traditional ceremony through an arranged marriage."

Gaganyaan Mission Details

Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair is among the four astronauts selected for the Gaganyaan mission, which marks India's maiden human spaceflight. Alongside him, the other three astronauts undergoing training are Group Captain Ajit Krishnan, Group Captain Angad Pratap, and Wing Commander Subhanshu Shukla. The training is set to take place at the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) near Thiruvananthapuram.

The Gaganyaan program aims to demonstrate human spaceflight to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) in the short term and lay the foundation for a sustained Indian human space exploration program in the long run, according to ISRO.

Lena's Remarkable Career

Meanwhile, Lena, known for her significant contributions to the entertainment industry, has garnered acclaim for her roles in Malayalam and Tamil cinema. Some of her notable works include "Kochu Kochu Santhoshangal," "Koottu," "Bhagavan," and "Traffic," among others.