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oi-Madhuri Adnal
Rumours of a possible separation between Kannada actress Shubha Poonja and her husband Sumanth Billava have been circulating widely, prompting speculation about trouble in the couple’s marriage. As the discussion gained momentum on social media and in film circles, Shubha has now issued her first public response, urging the media and fans to give the couple time and privacy.
Kannada actress Shubha Poonja has responded to widespread rumours of separation from her husband, Sumanth Billava, requesting privacy and time before personally sharing updates on their personal life.
Reports suggesting that the actress and the businessman were heading for a divorce surfaced recently, sparking curiosity among fans. While neither Shubha nor Sumanth has confirmed the reports, the actress addressed the growing speculation through a statement shared on social media.
In her post, Shubha thanked members of the media for supporting her throughout her career and requested patience regarding her personal life.
“Greetings to all my dear friends in the media. Since the day I entered the film industry, you have supported me throughout my journey. All I request now is that when the time is right, I will personally share details about what is happening in my personal life. Until then, I request that both Sumanth and I be given some time and space,” she wrote.
The statement marks the first time Shubha has publicly reacted to the divorce rumours.
Shubha and Sumanth’s relationship began as a friendship before evolving into a romance. The couple tied the knot on January 5, 2022, in a private ceremony in Mangaluru attended by close family members and friends. The wedding was held during a period when COVID-19 restrictions were still in place.
Since their marriage, Shubha frequently shared photographs and moments from their personal life on social media, often posting pictures with Sumanth. The couple’s cheerful public image had made them one of the admired pairs among Kannada cinema fans.
As a result, reports of a possible rift have come as a surprise to many followers. However, neither the actress nor her husband has disclosed details about the nature of the speculation.
Shubha rose to prominence with films such as “Moggina Manasu” and later expanded her fan base through her appearance on “Bigg Boss Kannada”. Her popularity on television and social media further brought attention to her personal life, with fans closely following updates about her marriage.
While speculation continues in Gandhinagar and across social media platforms, no official confirmation regarding a separation or divorce has been made. For now, Shubha has made it clear that she will address the matter at an appropriate time and has appealed for privacy until then.
With the actress promising to share the truth when the time is right, fans will have to wait for an official update on the status of her relationship with Sumanth Billava.
