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Vijay's Wife Files Divorce Petition Alleging Infidelity, Seeks Alimony and Media Gag Order

A Chengalpattu family court is reportedly set to take up the case on April 10.

Overview

  • Sankgeetha has accused actor‑politician Vijay of an extra‑marital relationship and of subjecting her to “persistent mental cruelty, neglect and desertion,” according to the petition.
  • Her filing asks for an interim injunction to restrict media coverage to avoid further “humiliation” and “mental agony.”
  • She has sought interim maintenance under Section 36 and permanent alimony under Section 37 of the Special Marriage Act.
  • The petition was filed in the Chengalpattu family court, with multiple reports indicating the matter is likely to be listed for hearing on April 10.
  • Coverage highlights Vijay’s reported finances, including an estimated net worth of about ₹600–700 crore, per‑film fees reported from roughly ₹100 crore to over ₹220 crore for Jana Nayagan, a Chennai bungalow valued at ₹70–80 crore, luxury cars worth around ₹8 crore, and reports of ₹80 crore in 2024 advance tax, while Koimoi notes no official confirmation from either spouse about the divorce.