FASHION FINESSE & FUTURE FORWARD

Sporting dazzling jewellery from Bulgari, five dynamic women from the city of Nizams get candid with HELLO! about their success stories not with standing their illustrious backgrounds

- NAYARE ALI

They belong to some of Hyderabad's most elite families but chose to forge their own identities, away from resting on family laurels alone... Sandhya Raju believes in finding happiness in pursuing goals rather than living a life of leisure. Shriya Bhupal lives in eternal gratitude for the privileges and opportunities life has bestowed upon her. Ishita Mallineni enjoys her new experiences in London as she studies business management. Hasini Rao Boinipally puts her skills to good use in healthcare. And Viranica Manchu is busy bringing a progressive education model to Hyderabad as well as changing the world of kidswear. In this special feature, HELLO! celebrates these enterprising women and their journeys of growth and success.

SANDHYA RAJU

Managing Director, Sandhya Spinning Mill, Kuchipudi Dancer & Actor 

You were born into an illustrious family and are the daughter of PR Venketrama Raju, Chairman of Ramco Industries. What were your formative years like?

I grew up in a traditional business family and was raised by highly educated parents who are well read, spiritual and driven to excellence. Every single member of my family is work-driven and finds happiness in their goals, rather than in the joys of a life of leisure.

Tell us about your husband Byrraju Rama Raju, son of industrialist Ramalinga Raju…

I hardly had a social life growing up. My days would begin at 5am and end at 11pm after numerous activities. I met Ramu once over dinner at my parents’ request and decided to marry him. Luckily, he turned out to be a wonderful man who’s kind, warm, funny and always encouraging me to pursue my dreams. I’m happy I have a husband who respects my work ethic.