After withdrawing her divorce petition against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay, Sangeetha Sornalingam made a rare public appearance with her daughter, Divya Saasha, on Thursday at a theatre in Chennai for an early screening of her son Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut, Sigma.<h2>CM Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam makes a rare public appearance</h2>Jason Sanjay, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, is making his directorial debut with the action-adventure film Sigma, which hit cinemas on October 2, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/jason-sanjay-reveals-how-cm-vijay-and-sangeetha-sornalingam-reacted-to-his-decision-to-enter-cinema-says-they-were-extremely-positive-1784265174920">Jason Sanjay reveals how CM Vijay and Sangeetha reacted to his foray into films</a>&nbsp;For the early screening on Thursday, Jason’s mother, Sangeetha Sornalingam, and sister, Divya Saasha, arrived at Kamala Cinemas, making a rare public appearance amid divorce rumours. Several videos showed Sangeetha Sornalingam arriving with a wide smile to support her son on his special day. In some videos, she is also seen giving a warm hug to her son, Jason.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sangeetha and Divya Sasha came to watch <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Sigma?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Sigma</a> movie at Kamala ♥️ <a href="https://t.co/fFIexqtyMU">pic.twitter.com/fFIexqtyMU</a>&mdash; Ayyappan (@Ayyappan_1504) <a href="https://x.com/Ayyappan_1504/status/2105859616580268466?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

At the first-day-first-show screening of Sigma, Vijay’s wife was seen wearing an elegant cream-coloured ethnic kurta suit. Her daughter, Divya Saasha, who arrived to cheer for her brother, wore a black printed T-shirt paired with denim jeans.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/cm-vijay-sangeetha-divorce-case-family-court-adjourns-proceedings-until-august-after-no-show-1781507784807">CM Vijay-Sangeetha divorce case: Family court adjourns proceedings until August</a>&nbsp;After the clips went viral on social media, several users reacted to the rare appearance of Vijay’s wife. One user wrote, “#JasonSanjay’s mom Sangeetha and sister Divya visited the theatre ✨✨ Azhagu 😍😍 She has grown up well—cute 😍😍😍” Another user commented on the viral video, writing, “Wow… the video we have all been waiting for.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Wow .. the video we all waiting for a long time .. <a href="https://x.com/actorvijay?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@actorvijay</a>&mdash; D (@Divya51499796) <a href="https://x.com/Divya51499796/status/2105865394749853710?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>About CM Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam</h2>Jana Nayagan star C Joseph Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam married on August 25, 1999, in Chennai, following both Hindu and Christian wedding rituals. They have two children: a son, Jason Sanjay, who was born in 2000, and a daughter, Divya Saasha, who was born in 2005.&nbsp;Their marriage made headlines when Sornalingam filed for divorce at the Chengalpattu Family Court in February 2026 under the Special Marriage Act, saying she wanted the marriage to be dissolved.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/major-relief-for-tn-cm-vijay-as-wife-sangeetha-withdraws-infidelity-and-divorce-petition-1786101623295">Major relief for TN CM Vijay as wife Sangeetha withdraws divorce petition</a>&nbsp;According to the petition, Sangeetha claimed that she discovered the alleged relationship in April 2021, which caused her emotional pain and mental suffering and amounted to a betrayal of marital trust. She further alleged that Vijay continued his association with the actress, causing her emotional agony and embarrassment to their children. The petition also claimed that Vijay had emotionally withdrawn from her since 2021 and that she had been subjected to verbal disdain and constructive desertion.&nbsp;After several proceedings, in August 2026, Sangeetha withdrew the infidelity and divorce petition filed against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, providing major relief to him. She attended the proceedings via video conference and submitted her reasons for withdrawing the case to the court.<h2>About Sigma</h2>Sigma is a Tamil-Telugu bilingual action-adventure heist comedy. Directed by Jason Sanjay, the film stars Sundeep Kishan alongside Faria Abdullah and follows a rogue treasure hunter navigating deadly traps, heists, and double-crosses. The film marks the directorial debut of Jason Sanjay.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, made a rare public appearance on October 1 (Thursday) with her daughter Divya Saasha as they attended an early screening of Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut, Sigma.

After withdrawing her divorce petition against Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay, Sangeetha Sornalingam made a rare public appearance with her daughter, Divya Saasha, on Thursday at a theatre in Chennai for an early screening of her son Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut, Sigma. CM Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam makes a rare public appearance Jason Sanjay, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, is making his directorial debut with the action-adventure film Sigma, which hit cinemas on October 2, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Also Read: Jason Sanjay reveals how CM Vijay and Sangeetha reacted to his foray into films For the early screening on Thursday, Jason’s mother, Sangeetha Sornalingam, and sister, Divya Saasha, arrived at Kamala Cinemas, making a rare public appearance amid divorce rumours. Several videos showed Sangeetha Sornalingam arriving with a wide smile to support her son on his special day. In some videos, she is also seen giving a warm hug to her son, Jason.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay's wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, made a rare public appearance on October 1 (Thursday) with her daughter Divya Saasha as they attended an early screening of Jason Sanjay’s directorial debut, Sigma.

CM Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam makes rare public appearance to support son Jason Sanjay film Sigma

What could come as a major relief for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, his wife, Sangeetha, has withdrawn her divorce plea. Vijay’s estranged relationship with his wife took a shocking turn when she filed a divorce petition before the Chengalpattu court under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, in February, accusing him of cheating.&nbsp;This came as a major blow to Vijay as it happened while he was campaigning for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. On Friday, Sangeetha attended the proceedings via video conference and subsequently submitted her reasons for withdrawing the case.&nbsp;With this latest twist in the case, here is a look at the couple’s relationship timeline.&nbsp;Sangeetha Sornalingam’s shocking divorce petition&nbsp;Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, has mostly stayed away from the spotlight. However, in February, when Vijay was dominating headlines during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, she grabbed attention after filing for divorce to end their decades-long marriage. In the petition, she allegedly accused him of having an extramarital relationship with an actress.&nbsp;While the case brought her into the headlines, Sangeetha largely stayed away from the media and did not comment publicly on the matter.&nbsp;Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam’s marriage&nbsp;Sangeetha Sornalingam married Vijay in 1999 after their brief romance in the 1990s. The couple has largely kept their relationship away from the spotlight over the past 27 years. They have two children: son Jason Sanjay and daughter Divya Saasha.&nbsp;Sangeetha was a Vijay fan&nbsp;The beginning of their love story reportedly started with admiration from a fan. Sangeetha Sornalingam, a Sri Lankan Tamil and the daughter of a Sri Lankan Tamil industrialist, was raised in the UK. She was reportedly a big fan of Vijay following the success of his film Poove Unakkaga.

Picture of Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam’s

From a fan to his wife&nbsp;In the mid-1990s, Sangeetha visited Chennai from London to meet Vijay and congratulate him on the success of his film.&nbsp; She also reportedly wrote many letters to Vijay while studying in London and the two developed a friendship which turned into love. &nbsp;What began as fan admiration soon developed into friendship and eventually love.&nbsp;It has been reported that Vijay was impressed by Sangeetha and invited her to his home, where he introduced her to his parents. After the meeting went well and his parents approved of her, Vijay reportedly proposed to Sangeetha and asked if she would marry him.

&nbsp;An intercultural union&nbsp;After their relationship received approval from both families, the couple developed a mutual understanding and decided to take their relationship forward. Despite coming from different religious backgrounds, with Vijay being Christian and Sangeetha being Hindu, they chose to solemnise their marriage through a traditional Hindu ceremony and a Christian wedding. On August 25, 1999, they tied the knot in Chennai in a grand wedding attended by close friends and family.&nbsp;Parenthood&nbsp;Following their marriage, Vijay and Sangeetha welcomed two children. Their son, Jason Sanjay, was born on August 26, 2000, and has since made his debut as a director. Their daughter, Divya Saasha, was born in 2005 and has largely stayed out of the limelight. Sanjay had appeared with his father in his 2009 film Vettaikaaran, and his daughter shared the screen in the 2016 film Theri. Sangeetha’s life away from the media glare&nbsp;As Vijay rose to stardom and delivered back-to-back hits, his wife, Sangeetha, maintained a distance from public life and focused on their family.&nbsp;However, rumours of a rift in their relationship began circulating in 2023 after Sangeetha was reportedly absent from several key events related to Vijay’s projects, including the trailer launch of Varisu.&nbsp;Who is Sangeetha Sornalingam ?&nbsp;Sangeetha, a Sri Lankan Tamil, is the daughter of London-based businessman Sornalingam, and had moved to London a few years back. She reportedly has assets worth more than Rs 400 crore and has been handling her family’s business.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam’, withdrew her divorce petition. With this shocking move,  here we take a look at their 27-year-long relationship timeline

What could come as a major relief for Tamil Nadu CM Vijay, his wife, Sangeetha, has withdrawn her divorce plea. Vijay’s estranged relationship with his wife took a shocking turn when she filed a divorce petition before the Chengalpattu court under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, in February, accusing him of cheating. This came as a major blow to Vijay as it happened while he was campaigning for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. On Friday, Sangeetha attended the proceedings via video conference and subsequently submitted her reasons for withdrawing the case. With this latest twist in the case, here is a look at the couple’s relationship timeline. Sangeetha Sornalingam’s shocking divorce petition Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, has mostly stayed away from the spotlight. However, in February, when Vijay was dominating headlines during the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, she grabbed attention after filing for divorce to end their decades-long marriage. In the petition, she allegedly accused him of having an extramarital relationship with an actress. While the case brought her into the headlines, Sangeetha largely stayed away from the media and did not comment publicly on the matter. Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam’s marriage Sangeetha Sornalingam married Vijay in 1999 after their brief romance in the 1990s. The couple has largely kept their relationship away from the spotlight over the past 27 years. They have two children: son Jason Sanjay and daughter Divya Saasha. Sangeetha was a Vijay fan The beginning of their love story reportedly started with admiration from a fan. Sangeetha Sornalingam, a Sri Lankan Tamil and the daughter of a Sri Lankan Tamil industrialist, was raised in the UK. She was reportedly a big fan of Vijay following the success of his film Poove Unakkaga.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam’, withdrew her divorce petition. With this shocking move, &nbsp;here we take a look at their 27-year-long relationship timeline

Fan letters, love, marriage, and divorce: Sangeetha and Vijay’s 27-year-long relationship timeline

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam’s divorce case was adjourned on Friday after she withdrew the case. Sangeetha attended the proceedings through video conferencing and submitted to the court her reasons of withdrawing the case.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sangeetha had filed for divorce from the TVK chief back in February stating that she wanted the marriage to be dissolved.&nbsp;<h2>Vijay and Sangeetha’s divorce case adjourned</h2>Tamil Nadu CM Vijay and Sangeetha’s marital dispute has witnessed several adjournments this past year. Earlier in June, the proceedings had already been adjourned after Sangeetha indicated she intended to withdraw the case. The matter was subsequently posted for further hearing on August 7.&nbsp;Last month, the family court deferred the proceedings after neither Vijay nor Sangeetha appeared before it. On earlier occasions as well, both remained absent, with their respective lawyers appearing on their behalf and informing the court that they faced difficulties in attending the proceedings in person.\&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/when-did-vijay-and-trisha-first-meet-timeline-of-their-off-screen-friendship-amid-dating-rumours-1772955789473">Timeline of Vijay-Trisha's off screen friendship</a>&nbsp;Friday’s order formally closes the long-drawn legal battle between the actor-politician and his wife as she withdrew the case.&nbsp;&nbsp;The judge questioned her for around 15 minutes before accepting the withdrawal and closing the divorce proceedings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-sangeetha-sornalingam-who-has-filed-for-divorce-from-actor-vijay-on-charges-of-infidelity-1772215468143">Meet Sangeetha Sornalingam, who has filed for divorce from actor Vijay</a><h2>Sangeetha had accused Vijay of infidelity&nbsp;</h2>In February, as she filed her divorce petition, Sangeetha had accused Vijay of infidelity and alleged that he was involved in an "adulterous relationship" with an actress. According to the petition, Sangeetha claimed that she discovered the alleged relationship in April 2021, which she said caused her emotional pain and mental suffering and amounted to a betrayal of marital trust. She further alleged that Vijay continued his association with the actress, causing her emotional agony and embarrassment to their children. The petition also claimed that Vijay had emotionally withdrawn from her since 2021 and that she was subjected to verbal disdain and "constructive desertion".&nbsp;Friday’s development also comes against the backdrop of a petition before the Madras High Court seeking an inquiry into Vijay's election affidavit, in which he had declared that he had lent Rs 12.60 crore to Sangeetha. The petition, filed by Venkatesh, a voter from the Perambur constituency, had raised questions over the declaration in light of Sangeetha's divorce proceedings.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/did-vijay-s-bodyguard-hint-at-his-equation-with-trisha-cryptic-post-goes-viral-before-chennai-wedding-appearance-1772790151300">Did Vijay’s bodyguard hint at his equation with Trisha?</a>&nbsp;The petitioner had also questioned the disclosure of Rs 20 crore provided to a private educational trust. The Madras High Court had dismissed the petition at the end of April, observing that a similar petition seeking the same relief had already been dismissed.&nbsp;<h2>About Vijay and Sangeetha</h2>Vijay and Sangeetha met for the first time in 1996. A Sri Lankan, Sangeetha, was brought up in Britain. The couple registered their marriage in 1998 in the UK, following which they also held a ceremonial marriage as per Hindu traditions in Chennai on August 25, 1999. They are parents to a son, Jason, and a daughter, Dhivya.

In a major relief to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, his wife Sangeetha has withdrawn the divorce petition, drawing the legal case to a close. A court on Friday adjourned the case after Sangeetha appeared on video call and submitted reasons for withdrawing the case. 

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam’s divorce case was adjourned on Friday after she withdrew the case. Sangeetha attended the proceedings through video conferencing and submitted to the court her reasons of withdrawing the case. Sangeetha had filed for divorce from the TVK chief back in February stating that she wanted the marriage to be dissolved. Vijay and Sangeetha’s divorce case adjourned Tamil Nadu CM Vijay and Sangeetha’s marital dispute has witnessed several adjournments this past year. Earlier in June, the proceedings had already been adjourned after Sangeetha indicated she intended to withdraw the case. The matter was subsequently posted for further hearing on August 7. Last month, the family court deferred the proceedings after neither Vijay nor Sangeetha appeared before it. On earlier occasions as well, both remained absent, with their respective lawyers appearing on their behalf and informing the court that they faced difficulties in attending the proceedings in person.\ Also read:Timeline of Vijay-Trisha's off screen friendship Friday’s order formally closes the long-drawn legal battle between the actor-politician and his wife as she withdrew the case. The judge questioned her for around 15 minutes before accepting the withdrawal and closing the divorce proceedings. Also read: Meet Sangeetha Sornalingam, who has filed for divorce from actor Vijay Sangeetha had accused Vijay of infidelity In February, as she filed her divorce petition, Sangeetha had accused Vijay of infidelity and alleged that he was involved in an "adulterous relationship" with an actress. According to the petition, Sangeetha claimed that she discovered the alleged relationship in April 2021, which she said caused her emotional pain and mental suffering and amounted to a betrayal of marital trust. She further alleged that Vijay continued his association with the actress, causing her emotional agony and embarrassment to their children. The petition also claimed that Vijay had emotionally withdrawn from her since 2021 and that she was subjected to verbal disdain and "constructive desertion". Friday’s development also comes against the backdrop of a petition before the Madras High Court seeking an inquiry into Vijay's election affidavit, in which he had declared that he had lent Rs 12.60 crore to Sangeetha. The petition, filed by Venkatesh, a voter from the Perambur constituency, had raised questions over the declaration in light of Sangeetha's divorce proceedings. Also read: Did Vijay’s bodyguard hint at his equation with Trisha? The petitioner had also questioned the disclosure of Rs 20 crore provided to a private educational trust. The Madras High Court had dismissed the petition at the end of April, observing that a similar petition seeking the same relief had already been dismissed. About Vijay and Sangeetha Vijay and Sangeetha met for the first time in 1996. A Sri Lankan, Sangeetha, was brought up in Britain. The couple registered their marriage in 1998 in the UK, following which they also held a ceremonial marriage as per Hindu traditions in Chennai on August 25, 1999. They are parents to a son, Jason, and a daughter, Dhivya.

In a major relief to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, his wife Sangeetha has withdrawn the divorce petition, drawing the legal case to a close. A court on Friday adjourned the case after Sangeetha appeared on video call and submitted reasons for withdrawing the case.&nbsp;

Major relief for TN CM Vijay as wife Sangeetha withdraws infidelity and divorce petition

Tamil actor and Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay has been courting controversy for the past few weeks thanks to his personal life. His wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, filed for separation two weeks back after 25 years of marriage, alleging that the actor was having an affair with his colleague. Days later he was seen attending a wedding with actress Trisha Krishnan which added feul to the rumours about their alleged affair.&nbsp;&nbsp;Vijay’s personal life has come under the spotlight amid his foray into politics. During an event in Mamallapuram on International Women's Day, Vijay was seen making promises to women about introducing welfare programs while marking the important day&nbsp;&nbsp;Now, a member of his own party, Ranjana Nachiyar, who joined TVK about a year ago after leaving the BJP, has slammed the party chief's remarks and said that he should first respect his own family before making so many promises for women.&nbsp;<h2>What Ranjana said about TVK leader Vijay</h2>Speaking with news agency ANI, Ranjana said, “A leader should respect women. We all respect our leader Vijay, and we all hope that he will make a difference in the party, which will make a difference in Tamil Nadu and provide much more respect and equal space for women. But the statement he made during the Women's Day celebration yesterday… He told everyone that his wife had filed for a divorce. That is his personal matter, so we don't want to discuss it in the media, but this became viral because he said his wife is not worth it. Maybe his wife or his marriage life or anything it is, but the word 'its not worth it' made many people question what he meant. It does not show as a man that he respects his own wife. How can we believe that he will respect other women, the cadres, and people?”&nbsp;Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-spotted-at-wedding-with-trisha-days-after-wife-s-infidelity-allegation-in-divorce-petition-1772733398348">Vijay spotted at wedding with Trisha amid infidelity allegations</a><h2>'I don't know how those women support this kind of nature'</h2>She continued, “He gave manifesto for women but it is more important for him to protect his own family first. I don't know how those women support this kind of nature but I think I should not support this. Because a woman at home should be worshipped, his own wife delivered two kids. She was living with him for more than 25 years. So first of all he should respect his own family. That is more important than he becoming the leader of Tamil Nadu. I always support Vijay. I hope he changes these things. I wish he changes many things. He should solve his personal issues. Above all that, he shouldn’t set a bad trend for the Gen-Z kids. Bringing another actress to a wedding is a bad trend-setting. I don't think this is a positive thing for Vijay because people of Tamil Nadu have a lot of hope.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Chennai: On the statement of actor and TVK president Vijay, TVK leader Ranjana Nachiyar says, &quot;A leader should respect women... We all respect our leader Vijay, and we all hope that he will give a different party that will make a difference in Tamil Nadu and provide much… <a href="https://t.co/9bqL27yxiq">pic.twitter.com/9bqL27yxiq</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2030979566874006006?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 9, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What did Vijay say at the event?</h2>While campaigning in Mamallapuram for the upcoming Assembly election in Tamil Nadu, Vijay announced key welfare schemes for women.&nbsp;Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/meet-sangeetha-sornalingam-who-has-filed-for-divorce-from-actor-vijay-on-charges-of-infidelity-1772215468143">Meet Sangeetha Sornalingam, who has filed for divorce from actor Vijay on charges of infidelity</a>

During his speech, he also addressed the problems surrounding his personal life and urged his supporters not to get hurt by them. He had said, “Recently, there have been a few problems happening. I see that you are getting hurt while fighting for it. I’m getting hurt seeing you guys getting hurt. I’ll take care of the problems. Don’t get hurt. It is not worth it.”&nbsp;Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/vijay-sangeetha-love-story-how-a-fan-became-his-wife-1773141195359">Vijay-Sangeetha love story: How a fan became his wife</a><h2>Divorce battle and rumours of an affair</h2>Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha, filed for divorce from the actor after 25 years of marriage, citing infidelity by the actor. Days later, Vijay grabbed attention as he attended the wedding reception of AGS producer Kalpathi Suresh's son, with actress Trisha. The two walked together to the stage, greeting the newlyweds. They also posed together for the pictures and exited the venue at the same time.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-we-understand-the-complicated-nature-of-love-vikram-bhatt-reacts-to-vijay-trisha-krishnan-rumours-1773061680815">Vikram Bhatt reacts to Vijay, Trisha Krishnan rumours</a>&nbsp;Sangeetha sought an interim order allowing her to continue residing at the couple's matrimonial home at Casuarina Drive in Chennai until the divorce case reaches final disposal. Sangeeta and Vijay married in August 1999 and share two children--Jason Sanjay and Divya Shasha.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/when-did-vijay-and-trisha-first-meet-timeline-of-their-off-screen-friendship-amid-dating-rumours-1772955789473">Timeline of Vijay-Trisha's off screen friendship amid dating rumours</a>

Thalapathy Vijay is in news due to his personal life. The actor turned politician's divorce battle and news of an alleged affair has dominated headlines more than the actor's foray into politics. 

Tamil actor and Tamizhaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay has been courting controversy for the past few weeks thanks to his personal life. His wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, filed for separation two weeks back after 25 years of marriage, alleging that the actor was having an affair with his colleague. Days later he was seen attending a wedding with actress Trisha Krishnan which added feul to the rumours about their alleged affair. Vijay’s personal life has come under the spotlight amid his foray into politics. During an event in Mamallapuram on International Women's Day, Vijay was seen making promises to women about introducing welfare programs while marking the important day Now, a member of his own party, Ranjana Nachiyar, who joined TVK about a year ago after leaving the BJP, has slammed the party chief's remarks and said that he should first respect his own family before making so many promises for women. What Ranjana said about TVK leader Vijay Speaking with news agency ANI, Ranjana said, “A leader should respect women. We all respect our leader Vijay, and we all hope that he will make a difference in the party, which will make a difference in Tamil Nadu and provide much more respect and equal space for women. But the statement he made during the Women's Day celebration yesterday… He told everyone that his wife had filed for a divorce. That is his personal matter, so we don't want to discuss it in the media, but this became viral because he said his wife is not worth it. Maybe his wife or his marriage life or anything it is, but the word 'its not worth it' made many people question what he meant. It does not show as a man that he respects his own wife. How can we believe that he will respect other women, the cadres, and people?” Also see: Vijay spotted at wedding with Trisha amid infidelity allegations 'I don't know how those women support this kind of nature' She continued, “He gave manifesto for women but it is more important for him to protect his own family first. I don't know how those women support this kind of nature but I think I should not support this. Because a woman at home should be worshipped, his own wife delivered two kids. She was living with him for more than 25 years. So first of all he should respect his own family. That is more important than he becoming the leader of Tamil Nadu. I always support Vijay. I hope he changes these things. I wish he changes many things. He should solve his personal issues. Above all that, he shouldn’t set a bad trend for the Gen-Z kids. Bringing another actress to a wedding is a bad trend-setting. I don't think this is a positive thing for Vijay because people of Tamil Nadu have a lot of hope.”

Thalapathy Vijay is in the news due to his personal life. The actor turned politician's divorce battle, and news of an alleged affair has dominated headlines more than the actor's foray into politics.&nbsp;

'A woman should be worshipped': Vijay slammed by own party member amid divorce controversy

On Thursday, Tamil film stars Vijay and Trisha shocked everyone as they made a joint appearance at a wedding. The appearance came days after the actor’s wife filed for divorce in Chennai, alleging that he was in a relationship with a colleague. And while Vijay and Trisha’s joint appearance seemed to have confirmed rumours about their relationship and surprised many, the actor’s bodyguard seemed to have hinted at the moment hours earlier with a cryptic post on Instagram.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Vijay’s bodyguard's post before public appearance with Trisha</h2>On Thursday night, Vijay and Trisha attended the wedding reception of AGS producer Kalpathi Suresh’s son in Chennai. The pair arrived together and wished the newlyweds on stage and even posed for a few photos. Hours before their appearance, Vijay’s bodyguard Aroon Suresh took to his Instagram stories and posted, “Time to rise above all the rumours (fire emoji).”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VIJAY Naa PERSONAL Bodyguard <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AroonSuresh?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AroonSuresh</a> Insta Story !! 😮‍💨🔥 <a href="https://t.co/C3vzXWV7SY">pic.twitter.com/C3vzXWV7SY</a>&mdash; Prakash Vijay (@PrakazVijay_Of) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrakazVijay_Of/status/2029571820400300082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 5, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also see: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-spotted-at-wedding-with-trisha-days-after-wife-s-infidelity-allegation-in-divorce-petition-1772733398348">Vijay spotted at wedding with Trisha amid infidelity allegations</a>&nbsp;Aroon later deleted the post; however, fans had already taken screenshots and the post was widely circulated online. Fans soon started joining the dots and assumed that Aroon had hinted about Vijay and Trisha’s move hours ahead with the cryptic post. Aroon posted another photo of Vijay making the heart sign, with no caption. He shared the picture using Vijay and Trisha’s song Kokkarakko from their 2004 film Ghilli.

Aroon Suresh, Vijay;s bodygaurd shared this image online.

Many fans thought Arun was confirming Vijay and Trisha’s alleged relationship with his Insta stories.<h2>Vijay’s wife Sangeetha files for divorce</h2>In the divorce petition, Sangeetha, who has listed herself as Sankgeetha, alleged that her husband was having an extra-marital relationship with an unnamed actress and that he has subjected her to ‘persistent mental cruelty, neglect and desertion’.&nbsp;Sangeeta filed the petition at a jurisdictional family court in Chengalpattu District. According to a report in PTI, the marriage has broken down irretrievably, she said in her plea filed under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, seeking divorce.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/thalapathy-vijay-s-net-worth-inside-the-luxurious-lifestyle-of-jana-nayagan-star-1772253072308">Thalapathy Vijay's Net Worth: How rich Jana Nayagan actor is?</a>&nbsp;Sangeeta’s petition states that Vijay has been ‘emotionally withdrawn’ since 2021. She also accused the actor of treating her with ‘verbal disdain’ and subjecting her to ‘constructive desertion’ and ‘forcing her to live separately within the matrimonial home’.Vijay’s wife reportedly exchanged several notices and correspondence between August 2024 and February 2025, hoping for an amicable resolution.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/vijay-reacts-over-delay-in-jana-nayagan-s-release-you-cannot-silence-1772638827872">Vijay reacts over delay in Jana Nayagan’s release: You cannot silence….</a>&nbsp;Vijay and Sangeeta first registered their marriage on July 10, 1998, in the United Kingdom. Their ceremonial marriage was held in Chennai on August 25, 1999, in front of fans. The couple share a son, Jason Sanjay and a daughter, Divya Saasha.&nbsp;Jason will debut soon as a director with Sundeep Kishan’s Sigma.

Vijay and Trisha seemingly confirmed their relationship on Thursday as they made a joint appearance at a wedding in Chennai days after the actor's wife filed for divorce. It seemed Vijay's bodyguard also confirmed the rumours with posts on Instagram.

On Thursday, Tamil film stars Vijay and Trisha shocked everyone as they made a joint appearance at a wedding. The appearance came days after the actor’s wife filed for divorce in Chennai, alleging that he was in a relationship with a colleague. And while Vijay and Trisha’s joint appearance seemed to have confirmed rumours about their relationship and surprised many, the actor’s bodyguard seemed to have hinted at the moment hours earlier with a cryptic post on Instagram. Vijay’s bodyguard's post before public appearance with Trisha On Thursday night, Vijay and Trisha attended the wedding reception of AGS producer Kalpathi Suresh’s son in Chennai. The pair arrived together and wished the newlyweds on stage and even posed for a few photos. Hours before their appearance, Vijay’s bodyguard Aroon Suresh took to his Instagram stories and posted, “Time to rise above all the rumours (fire emoji).”

Vijay and Trisha seemingly confirmed their relationship on Thursday as they made a joint appearance at a wedding in Chennai days after the actor's wife filed for divorce. It seemed Vijay's bodyguard also confirmed the rumours with posts on Instagram.

Did Vijay’s bodyguard hint at his equation with Trisha? Cryptic post goes viral before Chennai wedding appearance

On Friday, news broke that popular Tamil star and TVK chief Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam has filed for divorce. In her petition she has alleged that her husband had an affair with an actress. Sangeeta and Vijay have been married for 25 years and they share two children Jason Sanjay and Divya Saasha.

While her husband Vijay has been in the public eye for decades owing to his profession, Sangeeta has maintained relatively a low profile.<h2>Who is Sangeetha Sornalingam?</h2>&nbsp;Sangeetha is the daughter of London based businessman Sornalingam.. A Sri Lankan Tamil, she became a fan of Vijay after watching him in the 1996 film Poove Unakkaga. She travelled all the way from London to Chennai just to meet him. She also reportedly wrote many letters to Vijay while studying at the University of London and the two developed a friendship which turned into love. The couple married according to Christian and Hindu rituals on 25 August 1999 in the presence of his fans.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/thalapathy-vijay-s-wife-sangeetha-sornalingam-files-for-divorce-after-27-years-moves-chengalpattu-district-court-1772194336151">Thalapathy Vijay's wife Sangeetha Sornalingam files for divorce after 27 years</a>&nbsp;According to reports, Sangeetha is known to be social and is friends with Shalini Ajith Kumar and Aarti Ravi, Ravi Mohan’s estranged wife.&nbsp;Sangeetha reportedly moved to London a few years back and has been handling her family’s business. She reportedly has assets worth more than Rs 400 crore.<h2>About Vijay and Sangeetha’s children</h2>&nbsp;Vijay and Sangeetha have two children – a son, Jason Sanjay, and a daughter, Divya Saasha. Just like their mother, the children have maintained a low profile and stayed out of public eye mostly.&nbsp;Sanjay shared the screen with his father in his 2009 film Vettaikaaran, and his daughter shared the screen in the 2016 film Theri.&nbsp;Jason is all set to debut as a director with Sigma which stars Sundeep Kishan while Divya is reportedly a badminton player. While Sangeeta and Divya continue to stay out of the limelight, Jason will soon debut as a director with Sigma, which stars Sundeep Kishan.&nbsp;Divya is reportedly a badminton player.<h2>The divorce petition filed by Sangeetha</h2>&nbsp;Sangeetha filed a petition for divorce in the Chengalpattu family court. In her petition, Sangeetha has accused Vijay of having an extramarital relationship (with an actress) and sought divorce on those grounds.&nbsp;As per the petition, Sangeeta alleged that Vijay was involved in an extramarital relationship with a female actor. The petition claimed that in 2021, Sangeetha found that Vijay “was involved in an adulterous relationship with an actress.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tamil Nadu | Actor &amp; TVK chief Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha, has filed a petition for divorce in the Chengalpattu family court. In her petition, Sangeetha has accused Vijay of having an extramarital relationship (with an actress) and has sought divorce on those grounds.&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2027345153116287150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The petition also alleged that while Vijay assured that the relationship would end, it continued, without any sign or remorse from the actor.

Married to Tamil star Thalapathy Vijay for over 25 years, Sangeetha Sornalingam has maintained a low profile and lived a life away from public life. The businesswoman is a Sri Lankan Tamil who fell in love with Vijay while she was in college.  

On Friday, news broke that popular Tamil star and TVK chief Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam has filed for divorce. In her petition she has alleged that her husband had an affair with an actress. Sangeeta and Vijay have been married for 25 years and they share two children Jason Sanjay and Divya Saasha.

Married to Tamil star Thalapathy Vijay for over 25 years, Sangeetha Sornalingam has maintained a low profile and lived a life away from public life. The businesswoman is a Sri Lankan Tamil who fell in love with Vijay while she was in college. &nbsp;

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