Chennai: Sangeetha, the wife of actor-politician Vijay, has filed a petition in the Chengalpattu Family Welfare Court alleging that despite her several attempts to obtain a smooth divorce considering Vijay’s political situation, he has refused to agree for separation. She has also sought permission to stay in their Neelankarai matrimonial home until the divorce proceedings conclude.
Right to residence claimed
In her petition, Sangeetha has stated, “Vijay should allow me to stay in the house in Neelankarai until the divorce is over. I also have an equal share in the house where he is staying. I should be allowed to stay in the Neelankarai house until the divorce is over and she moves to another house. That house is the main home of our married life. I should be allowed to stay there until the case is over. In return, another house with equal facilities should be provided.”
She has further alleged that Vijay’s party is threatening her through a lawyer.
Homeless in Chennai
Sangeetha, who holds British citizenship and resides primarily in London, has stated that she does not possess a separate house in Chennai. “Since I am living in London with British citizenship, I do not have a separate house in Chennai. Since I have filed for divorce, I am currently homeless in Chennai. Vijay is refusing to let me enter the house,” she has stated in her petition, reiterating her claim of equal share in the property.
She has further stated, “Vijay refuses to allow me to live in the Neelankarai house. I, a British citizen, do not have a house in Chennai according to our family status. Therefore, I should be allowed to stay in the Neelankarai house until the divorce is completed. Otherwise, he should make me stay in a house according to his status. I will go to another house after the divorce until the divorce is completed.”
She has also mentioned in the petition that Vijay, who earns crores of rupees, should provide her alimony.
Political and industry reactions
The developments have drawn strong reactions from political figures and film industry personalities. Director Ameer issued a sharp statement saying, “A Hitler is emerging in Tamil Nadu. He has thrown his wife and daughter out of the house and called it a despicable political event called Women’s Day.”
Former Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan has also commented on the matter, stating, “Although this matter is a personal matter, as Women’s Day is being celebrated tomorrow, justice should also be done to people like Sangeeta.” She noted that Sangeetha had stated in her petition that she was in trouble and being harassed.
The court is expected to hear the matter further in the coming days.