📌 Key Points
- Vijay’s wife, Sangeeta, has filed for separation after 25+ years of marriage.
- Legal proceedings initiated in Chengalpattu, seeking dissolution under Special Marriage Act.
- Sangeeta requests interim residence in Chennai as she is a British citizen without other Indian residence.
- Vijay’s appearance with actress Trisha fuels speculation amid the divorce news.
In a shocking turn, Vijay’s wife, Sangeeta Sornalingam, has filed for divorce, seeking separation after over two decades of marriage. The petition includes a request for interim residential rights in Chennai. This development comes amid swirling rumors regarding Vijay and actress Trisha.
Sangeeta Files for Divorce, Seeks Residence
Actor-politician Vijay married Sangeeta in August 1999. They have two children–Jason Sanjay, and Divya Shasha.
The petition has been filed under Sections 27(1)(a), (b), and (d) of the Special Marriage Act, 1954, seeking legal dissolution of the couple’s marriage that was solemnised on August 25, 1999. The filing also references their earlier legal marriage registration in the United Kingdom in 1998, before their ceremonial wedding in Chennai the following year.
Legal Proceedings and Marriage Details
Alongside the divorce petition, Sangeeta has sought an interim order allowing her to continue residing at the couple’s matrimonial home at Casuarina Drive in Chennai, until the case reaches final disposal. The petition states that she is a British citizen and does not currently have another residence in India.
The affidavit and petition were signed by Sangeetha Vijay and her counsel, M/s. Rathina Asohan, on February 22, 2026. The Chengalpattu court has reportedly issued a notice to Vijay, directing his appearance in the matter.
Vijay and Trisha’s Appearance Sparks Speculation
Sangeeta and Vijay tied the knot in August 1999. They have two children–Jason Sanjay and Divya Shasha. They married according to both Hindu and Christian traditions back then, with his wife making rare appearances with him at events.
This comes amid pics of Vijay arriving at a public event with actor Trisha grabbed attention and went viral on social media. Vijay and Trisha twinned in beige outfits for the public outing. While Vijay wore a beige shirt and a matching dhoti, Trisha wore a beige and golden saree with a red blouse.
The divorce filing marks a significant change in Vijay’s personal life. The legal proceedings and the circumstances surrounding the separation, including the Trisha rumors, are likely to remain a focal point in entertainment news in the coming days.
