The End of a Journey: Aishwarya Rajinikanth and Dhanush File for Divorce. In a surprising turn of events, filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth and superstar Dhanush have officially filed for divorce by mutual consent. The estranged couple, who had announced their separation in January 2022, has taken the legal step to formalize their decision.
The Journey of Aishwarya and Dhanush
Aishwarya Rajinikanth, daughter of the legendary actor Rajinikanth, and Dhanush, a versatile actor and director, had been married for 18 years. Their union was celebrated with a grand wedding in 2004 when they were both in their early twenties. Over the years, they stood by each other as friends, partners, and parents to their two sons, Yatra and Linga.
Their journey together was marked by growth, understanding, and adaptation. However, as life unfolded, the couple found themselves at a crossroads. On January 17, 2022, Dhanush took to social media to announce their separation. His heartfelt statement read:
“18 years of togetherness as friends, couple, as parents, and well-wishers to each other. The journey has been one of growth, understanding, adjusting, and adapting. Today we stand at a place where our paths separate. Aishwaryaa and I have decided to part ways as a couple and take time to understand ourselves as individuals for the better.”
Aishwarya echoed a similar sentiment in her own post, emphasizing the need for privacy during this challenging time. Despite their decision to go their separate ways, they continued to attend their sons’ school events, demonstrating their commitment to co-parenting.
The Legal Step
The End of a Journey: Now, more than a year after their initial announcement, Aishwarya and Dhanush have formally filed for divorce. The Chennai family court received their petition under Section 13B, which pertains to divorce by mutual consent. This legal process allows couples to end their marriage amicably, without acrimony or prolonged legal battles. The news of their divorce has sent shockwaves through their fan base. Aishwarya, known for her directorial work, recently made a comeback with the film