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Actor Vivek Oberoi to marry Bangalore based Priyanka Alva

Mumbai, Aug 2 (PTI):

Actor Vivek Oberoi has found his soulmate in Bangalore-based Priyanka Alva, daughter of well known danseuse Nandini Alva and late Janata Dal (U) leader Jeevraj Alva.

The bride was chosen by Vivek's parents Suresh and Yashodara Oberoi. The actor, who has had failed relationships in the past, took his time before giving an emphatic yes to their choice, a statement from the actor's publicist said.

Priyanka graduated with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2003. She continued her educational pursuits in multi- dimensional fields of her evolving interests including a non-certified course at the Martha Graham School of Dance in New York and a course in Administration and Fund Raising for Non-Profit Organizations from NYU, the statement said.
"It is a very big day for us and we are extremely happy to see our son settle down. Priyanka for sure is the ideal girl for Vivek and we can't be happier at her inclusion into the Oberoi family," Suresh Oberoi said.

Yashodara said, "I am happy we have found someone as gracious as Priyanka who is a perfect blend of traditional values and modern thinking."
Vivek's publicist, speaking on the actor's behalf said, "He is elated! Overjoyed with the new developments in his life...2010, his 8th year in Bollywood has certainly taken things upwards in his career and personal life. He thanks everyone for all the love, support and good wishes."

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