Tamil cinema’s biggest personal story of 2026 just got a dramatic new chapter. Thalapathy Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, has filed a fresh petition against the actor seeking rights to their matrimonial residence — as reports suggest she has asked for the right to stay in their matrimonial home or be provided with alternative accommodation. Govt Schemes India And the timing? Directly after a now-viral video of Vijay and Trisha Krishnan together.
Vijay-Sangeetha Divorce — Key Facts at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Marriage Date | August 25, 1999 |
| Years Married | Nearly 27 years |
| Children | Jason Sanjay & Divya Sasha |
| Divorce Filed By | Sangeetha Sornalingam |
| Grounds Alleged | Adultery, desertion, emotional distress |
| Alimony Reported | ₹250 crore (unconfirmed) |
| Fresh Petition | Residential rights + interim accommodation |
| Viral Video | Vijay-Trisha spotted in coordinated outfits, same car |
| Official Confirmation | None from either party |
What Triggered the Fresh Petition?
A paparazzi video surfaced showing Vijay and actress Trisha Krishnan arriving at and leaving a wedding reception together in the same car, both wearing coordinated outfits — and it was after this viral video spread across social media that Sangeetha filed the fresh residential rights petition. Govt Schemes India
According to the petition, Vijay had apparently made it clear that Sangeetha would not be permitted to remain in their matrimonial home if she chose to approach the court for legal separation — prompting her to seek interim relief ensuring she isn’t left without accommodation during proceedings. Govt Schemes India
The Divorce Timeline So Far
Sangeetha’s divorce filing alleges that Vijay committed adultery with an actress, deserted his wife and children, and caused them emotional and physical distress — with the alleged relationship also reportedly leading to public humiliation for the family.
Earlier reports had suggested that Vijay had agreed to pay ₹250 crore as alimony, and that both parties may have been heading toward a mutual settlement — but the fresh residential petition suggests those talks may have broken down. Govt Schemes India
Neither Vijay nor Sangeetha nor their legal teams have officially confirmed any of these reports. Everything, as of March 7, 2026, remains in the realm of unverified court documents and media speculation.
Learn more about divorce law in India and alimony proceedings on the Hindu Marriage Act Wikipedia page.
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