From Aishwarya-Dhanush To Samantha-Naga Chaitanya, Here Are High-Profile Divorces

In the recent times, the South Indian film industry has seen several high-profile celebrity divorces. Among them, AR Rahman and Saira Banu's announcement of their separation after 29 years of marriage has shocked fans.

This news follows other notable splits, such as Jayam Ravi and Aarti Ravi, and Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya. These separations have sparked widespread discussion among fans.

AR Rahman and Saira Banu's Separation

Music maestro AR Rahman and his wife, Saira Banu, decided to part ways after nearly three decades together. The couple married on March 12, 1995, and have three children: Khatija, Raheema, and AR Ameen. Saira confirmed their decision through a statement by her lawyer Vandana Shah. Later, Rahman described the separation as "heart-wrenching" on social media.

Jayam Ravi and Aarti Ravi's Divorce

Tamil actor Jayam Ravi announced his divorce from Aarti Ravi on September 9 after 15 years of marriage. Aarti expressed her shock in an emotional Instagram post, revealing she was unaware of the decision. Rumours suggested Jayam was involved with singer Kenishaa Francis, but both denied it. Jayam cited mental distress as the reason for their split. They share two sons, Aarav and Ayaan.

GV Prakash Kumar and Saindhavi's Split

Singer-composer GV Prakash Kumar and Saindhavi ended their marriage on May 13, 2024, after 11 years together. In a joint statement, they clarified that no external factors influenced their decision. They emphasised the importance of mutual respect despite their separation. The couple has been friends since school days and have a daughter named Anvi.

Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth's Breakup

Actor Dhanush and filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth separated in 2022 after an 18-year marriage. Their relationship began when Aishwarya sent Dhanush a congratulatory note after watching his film 'Kadhal Kondaen.' They married in 2004 and have two sons, Yatra and Linga. Their divorce proceedings are ongoing at the Chennai Family Court.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya's Divorce

Tollywood stars Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya ended their four-year marriage in 2021. They met on the set of 'Ye Maaya Chesave' in 2010 before marrying in 2017. Samantha took a break from acting following their split due to an autoimmune condition diagnosis. Meanwhile, Naga is reportedly planning to marry actress Sobhita Dhulipala.

The Malayalam actress Bhama recently confirmed her single status amidst rumours about her personal life. She shared an Instagram note expressing her strength as a single mother: "I never knew how strong I was until I became a single mother." Her statement resonated with many fans who admire her resilience.