Prakash Raj's wife says friends questioned their 12-year age gap, but it never bothered her. She reveals how the actor changed her outlook on life

Prakash Raj is known for his versatility as an actor and his willingness to speak openly about his opinions. On the personal front, the actor is married to Bollywood choreographer Pony Verma. The couple tied the knot on August 24, 2010. Recently, Pony opened up about their relationship and recalled how some of her friends had questioned her decision to marry a man who was 12 years older than her.

In 2021, the couple renewed their wedding vows to mark their 11th anniversary, allowing their son, Vedhant, to witness the wedding rituals. They are now settled in Hyderabad. In a conversation with Prema, Pony explained why their 12-year age difference never concerned her and how Prakash's life experiences helped him understand her better.

Why did Pony Verma's friends question their age gap?

Pony recalled that some of her friends were unhappy when she decided to marry Prakash, who is 12 years older than her. However, she said she never viewed the age difference as a disadvantage. In fact, she believes it played a positive role in their relationship.


In a conversation with Prema, Pony recalled, "My friends were mad because I was marrying a man who was 12 years older than me. But I feel happy that we have a 12-year gap because I think a man like Prakash could really understand me and the depth of my life, where I have come from, how I think, and how I struggled."



She also spoke about the emotional stability he brought into her life. Pony said “But I feel happy that we have a 12-year gap because I think a man like Prakash could really understand me and the depth of my life, where I have come from, how I think, and how I struggled.

She recalled how his reassuring approach encouraged her to enjoy the present rather than feel pressured about time passing or falling behind. Pony added that, "There is calmness that Prakash Raj brought into my life. So just sit back, enjoy the food, it’s all good. Nothing is going away, no time is running out, you’re not falling behind in life. Everything will work out."

What made Pony fall in love with Prakash Raj?

Pony also shared what attracted her to Prakash when they first started getting to know each other. She said his honesty and straightforward nature stood out. According to her, the actor never tried to impress her with expensive gifts, grand gestures or a flashy lifestyle.

Instead, he remained himself, which was something she appreciated. Pony said his simple approach made her comfortable and helped her understand the kind of person he was.

She also revealed that Prakash was clear about what he wanted from their relationship. He had told her that he was looking for a long-term commitment and wanted to get married. Pony

recalled that he did not want to enter a relationship without knowing where it was headed.

The choreographer also spoke about her relationship with Prakash's daughters, Pooja and Meghana, from his first marriage to actor Lalitha Kumari. She described their bond as warm and said the two continue to be an important part of the family.

Recalling her wedding, Pony said both daughters were actively involved in the celebrations. They applied mehendi and haldi to their father and stood with the couple during the ceremony. She added that the family continues to come together every December and makes it a point to be present for important milestones.

Prakash Raj and Pony Verma's family life

Marrying Prakash also brought a major change in Pony's life, as she moved from Mumbai to Hyderabad. Having worked as a choreographer in Mumbai since 2000, she said she had never imagined leaving the city and settling somewhere else.

“Today, I am happily settled in Hyderabad and really happy with my decision. But I never thought life had so many surprises for you,"

Prakash and Pony married on August 24, 2010, in an intimate Punjabi ceremony attended by close family members, including the actor's mother and daughters. The couple welcomed their son, Vedhant, in 2016.

Before marrying Pony, Prakash was married to actor Lalitha Kumari. They tied the knot in 1994 and had three children together: daughters Meghana and Pooja, and son Sidhu, who died in 2004 at the age of 10.