Wife of Tamil cinema superstar and politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar, Sangeetha, has filed for divorce in the Chengalpattu family court, citing an alleged extramarital affair with an actress, according to news agency ANI.
Vijay, known for his three-decade-long film career, box-office hits, and a massive fan following as ‘Thalapathy’, has always kept his personal life private. The sudden public revelation of marital discord has sent shockwaves across both his cinematic and political circles.
As per a tweet by ANI, Sangeetha has filed a petition for divorce in the Chengalpattu family court and in her petition, she has allegedly accused Vijay of having an extramarital relationship with an actress and has sought divorce on those grounds.
Thalapathy Vijay married Sangeetha Sornalingam of Sri Lankan origin in 1999. The couple has two children, Jason Sanjay and Divya and was known for keeping their personal life private.
Vijay is an actor-turned-politician. Over a career spanning more than 30 years, he has appeared in 69 films and ranks among India’s highest-paid actors. Known for delivering multiple box-office hits, Vijay has garnered widespread acclaim and numerous awards. Beyond cinema, he launched his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, after stepping away from films, building a strong public and fan presence across Tamil Nadu.
Vijay transformed from a promising newcomer into one of Tamil cinema’s most bankable stars, eventually earning the moniker “Thalapathy” — a title signifying leadership and mass appeal in Tamil Nadu’s cultural landscape.
In his early years, Vijay frequently portrayed shy, love-struck young men, leaning on light comedy and playful romance. Films like Coimbatore Mappillai, Kadhalukku Mariyadhai, and Once More established him as a dependable romantic hero with strong family appeal.
By the time Thulladha Manamum Thullum was released, he demonstrated greater emotional intensity, hinting at a broader range. The early 2000s saw him balancing romance and drama in projects such as Kannukkul Nilavu, Priyamaanavale, and Shahjahan, before gradually embracing action-heavy roles. (Economic Times)
