Akhil was yesterday spotted partying along with his girl friend. For the uninitiated, the Akkineni scion is said to be in love with industrialist GVK Reddy`s granddaughter Shreya Bhupal, a trained fashion designer based in Hyderabad. The duo attended a bash thrown by the families of Nimmagadda Prasad and T Subbirami Reddy's sister. (The daughter of Prasad and the son of Subbirami Reddy's sister's son had tied the knot recently).

Shreya and Akhil were seen sharing lighter moments along with Manchu Lakshmi and one Shilpa Reddy, a model and fashion designer. The four posed for a pic, which is doing the rounds across web, electronic and print media.

Although Akhil and Shreya will get engaged sooner than later, their marriage will take time. The one-film old actor has deferred marriage based on the advice of his dad, mother and well-wishers.