Vijay’s wife Sangeetha Sornalingam moves Chengalpattu Family Court under Special Marriage Act; actor-politician Vijay asked to appear on April 20, 2026
New Delhi: Sangeetha Sornalingam, wife of actor turned politician Thalapathy Vijay, has filed for divorce in the Chengalpattu Family Court in Tamil Nadu. The development comes just months before the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections and has drawn widespread public attention.
According to reports, Sangeetha filed the divorce petition under the Special Marriage Act, 1954. The court has sent a notice to Vijay and asked him to appear for the next hearing on April 20, 2026. So far, neither Vijay nor Sangeetha has made any public statement about the case.
Grounds For Divorce
Reports state that Sangeetha has sought divorce on the grounds of adultery and cruelty. These are valid legal reasons for divorce under the Special Marriage Act. Reports claim that she has alleged Vijay was involved in an extramarital relationship. However, no detailed court documents have been made public, and no specific names have been officially confirmed in the legal filing. The court will examine the claims and hear both sides before making any decision.
Long Marriage Of 25 Years
Vijay and Sangeetha got married on August 25, 1999. Their relationship began after Sangeetha, who was living in London at the time, met Vijay during a film shoot. Over the years, they kept their family life mostly private despite Vijay’s huge popularity in Tamil cinema.
The couple has two children, son Jason Sanjay and daughter Divya Shasha. Sangeetha largely stayed away from the public spotlight and appeared only occasionally at events. Their marriage has lasted for more than 25 years, which is why the news has surprised many fans.
Timing Before Elections
The timing of the divorce filing has gained attention because Vijay recently entered active politics. He launched his political party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, and is preparing to contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. As a public figure stepping into politics, his personal life has now come under greater public focus.
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Political parties have not officially linked the divorce case to his election campaign. At present, it remains a personal legal matter being handled by the court.
What Happens Next
Under the Special Marriage Act, a spouse can seek divorce on grounds such as adultery and cruelty. After the petition is filed, the court sends notice to the other party and begins the legal process. The court may also explore reconciliation before moving forward with the case.
Vijay is scheduled to appear before the Chengalpattu Family Court on April 20, 2026. The court will then rule based on the arguments and facts given by both parties. The legal process will determine the final decision.
No Official Statements
As of now, neither Vijay nor Sangeetha have given a public statement regarding the reports. Vijay continues his political activities, and his party has not released any official comment on the matter. Sangeetha has also not spoken publicly beyond what has been reported about the court filing.
For now, the confirmed facts are limited to the filing of the divorce petition under the Special Marriage Act, the grounds mentioned in reports, and the upcoming court hearing. More clarity is expected as the legal proceedings continue.
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