Chennai
oi-Oneindia Staff
Rumours of a possible reconciliation between Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C Joseph Vijay and his wife Sangeetha Sornalingam have gained momentum on social media, even as their divorce case continues before the courts.
Several social media posts and online reports have claimed that efforts by family members may have encouraged the couple to resolve their differences. Some reports have further suggested that Sangeetha has returned to Chennai and that the two have been spending time together. However, neither Vijay nor Sangeetha has issued any statement confirming the claims.
Social media speculation about reconciliation between actor C Joseph Vijay and Sangeetha Sornalingam continues amid their active divorce proceedings at the Chengalpattu Family Court, adjourned to August 7, with neither party confirming the rumours.
The speculation comes at a time when the couple’s divorce proceedings remain active. The Chengalpattu Family Court recently adjourned the matter to August 7 after neither Vijay nor Sangeetha appeared before the court during the latest hearing.
The renewed buzz has sparked curiosity among fans, many of whom have followed the couple’s journey for more than two decades. Married since August 1999, Vijay and Sangeetha have long been considered one of Tamil cinema’s most admired couples. Their absence from public appearances together in recent years had fuelled persistent speculation about their relationship.
Adding to the discussion was a viral moment involving Vijay at a public event. A fan had presented him with a gift featuring a photograph of Vijay, Sangeetha and late actor-politician Vijayakanth. Vijay’s reaction to the gift quickly spread across social media, with several fans interpreting it as an emotional response.
Who is Sangeetha Sornalingam?
Sangeetha Sornalingam comes from a Sri Lankan Tamil family based in London and is the daughter of businessman Sornalingam. According to reports, she first became a fan of Vijay after watching his 1996 film Poove Unakkaga. Their friendship later developed into a relationship, eventually leading to marriage in 1999.
The couple have largely kept their personal lives away from public scrutiny. They are parents to two children – son Jason Sanjay and daughter Divya Saasha. Jason Sanjay is preparing for his directorial debut in Tamil cinema, while Divya has largely stayed away from the entertainment industry.
Reports have also suggested that Sangeetha manages family business interests in the United Kingdom and maintains close ties with several personalities in the Tamil film industry.
Meanwhile, the ongoing divorce proceedings have continued to attract attention. Sangeetha had filed a divorce petition citing irreconcilable differences and sought alimony as well as permission to continue residing in the family’s Neelankarai residence.
Various reports have carried allegations relating to the marital dispute. However, these claims remain part of ongoing legal proceedings and have not been independently verified.
For now, reports of a reunion remain speculative. Until either Vijay or Sangeetha makes an official statement, the claims of reconciliation continue to remain unconfirmed despite the growing buzz on social media.
