Celebrity divorces that became talk of the town – F’day Spl. Article by Naveen
After appearing before the Chennai Family Court on Wednesday, actor Ravi Mohan and his estranged wife, Aarti, filed individual petitions. While Ravi stated that he has no intention of continuing the marriage, Aarti sought monthly alimony of Rs 40 lakh. This has become the talk of the town now, with the fans split over the alimony amount sought by Aarti Ravi.
The last decade, especially, has witnessed a wave of celebrity separations that have captivated the public imagination. Let us take a look at some of the celebrity divorce that grabbed the attention of the fans.
Dhanush and Aishwaryaa:
Their announcement of separation in 2022, after 18 years of marriage, sent shockwaves through the industry and among fans. Given their strong family backgrounds (Aishwaryaa being superstar Rajinikanth’s daughter), their split was particularly surprising and remains a significant talking point.
Amala Paul and A.L. Vijay:
The actress and director’s marriage ended in 2016 after just two years, citing irreconcilable differences. Rumors of career clashes were often cited as a contributing factor, underscoring the challenges of balancing two demanding careers.
Soundarya Rajinikanth and Ashwin Ramkumar:
Rajinikanth’s younger daughter, Soundarya, also divorced her husband Ashwin after six years of marriage, a decision that surprised many. Despite trying their best to save their marriage from falling apart, Soundarya and Ashwin eventually decided to part ways. In July 2017, Soundarya officially divorced her husband, Ashwin and took the custody of their son, Ved.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya:
This popular couple’s separation in 2021 resonated deeply with fans across South India, highlighting the emotional toll such public breakups can take on individuals. They had been married since 2017. The divorce was amicable, and both actors have emphasized that it was a mutual decision made with respect. Both Samantha and Naga Chaitanya have moved on in their lives, with Naga Chaitanya marrying Sobhita Dhulipala in 2024 and Samantha focusing on her career. Samantha Ruth Prabhu reportedly rejected a proposed Rs 200 crore alimony payment from Naga Chaitanya after their divorce.
Jayam Ravi and Aarti:
The actor’s recent announcement in September 2024 about his separation from his wife Aarti after 15 years of marriage has once again put the spotlight on celebrity divorces. The subsequent public statements and reports about the amicable nature of the split, or lack thereof, have further fueled discussions.
G.V. Prakash Kumar and Saindhavi:
The musician-singer couple announced their separation in May 2024 after 11 years of marriage, emphasizing their mutual decision for “betterment” and urging for respect of their privacy. Despite the separation, the couple has maintained a professional and respectful relationship, even working together on projects.
A.R. Rahman and Saira Banu:
