Actor-politician Vijay’s divorce proceedings with his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam took another turn on June 15. The Chengalpattu Mahila Court adjourned the matter to August 7. Both Vijay and Sangeetha appeared in court after the summons, but the hearing did not lead to a settlement. The matter is drawing a lot of attention because Vijay is the Thalapathy of Tamil cinema and was recently elected as the chief minister of Tamil Nadu.
Why did the court hearing not lead to a settlement?
According to a report by IANS, the hearing began in the morning with both Vijay and Sangeetha present in court. Earlier, the court refused requests from both sides to appear virtually and stressed they must be physically present. The hearing concluded without resolution and was deferred to August, even though people expected it could lead to a breakthrough.
What allegations did Sangeetha make in her divorce petition?
Sangeetha’s divorce petition has serious allegations. She accused Vijay of adultery and cruelty, saying she learned in 2021 about his relationship with another actress. According to reports, the court filing does not name anyone. The petition stated, “In April 2021, the Petitioner (Sangeetha) discovered that the Respondent (Vijay) was involved in an adulterous relationship with an actress. This caused her deep emotional pain and mental suffering, amounting to betrayal and violation of marital trust.”
How did Sangeetha describe the breakdown of their marriage?
The petition says Sangeetha thought the relationship would end after Vijay gave repeated assurances, but he continued having close public associations with the actress. She says this caused embarrassment and emotional distress to her and their children. The filing also describes a gradual breakdown of the marriage, alleging emotional distance, lack of communication, and a hostile domestic environment. Sangeetha says she was left isolated as Vijay’s professional and political commitments came first.
What financial issues did Sangeetha mention?
The petition highlights financial constraints and restrictions reportedly placed on Sangeetha’s daily life. These claims are part of her argument that the marriage had broken down so much that there was no chance for reconciliation. Sangeetha filed a petition to dissolve their 30-year marriage legally under the Special Marriage Act on various grounds, including infidelity.
