Tamil actor Jayam Ravi, known for his role in Ponniyin Selvan, has made headlines again after deleting all photos of his wife, Aarti Ravi, from his Instagram account. This comes just days after the actor publicly announced his decision to divorce his wife of 15 years. Jayam Ravi has expressed his desire to gain custody of their two sons, Aarav and Ayan, and is ready to take legal action, regardless of how long it takes.
Reasons Behind the Divorce: Jayam Ravi Felt “Suffocated”
In an interview with Hindustan Times, Jayam Ravi opened up about his reasons for seeking a divorce. He explained that he felt suffocated in the marriage and had reached a point where separation seemed like the only solution. Despite his wife’s claims that the decision was one-sided, Jayam Ravi insists that both families were consulted before any final decisions were made.
Committed to His Sons’ Future
Jayam Ravi has made it clear that his primary focus is now his children. “I want the custody of my children, Aarav and Ayan,” the actor stated. He further added that he is willing to fight in court for however long it takes, be it 10 or even 20 years. His love for his children is his driving force, and he will not back down in his pursuit of full custody.
Aarti Ravi Left in Shock, Says She Was “Kept in the Dark”
On the other hand, Aarti Ravi has expressed her disbelief over the sudden announcement of the divorce. She recently shared on social media that she had no prior knowledge of her husband’s decision and was shocked to hear the news. According to her, Jayam Ravi did not allow her to discuss the situation before going public with his plans for separation.
Affair Rumors with Kenisha Francis Denied
Adding fuel to the fire, rumors have circulated that Jayam Ravi may have developed a close relationship with singer Kenisha Francis. However, the actor was quick to dismiss these rumors, stating that there is no truth to them. He clarified that his connection with Kenisha is purely professional, as they plan to open a healing center together.