Popular Marathi actors Addinath Kothare and Urmila Kanetkar have officially decided to end their marriage. After 15 years of togetherness, the duo mutually and amicably chose to part ways as partners. Although they’re divorced, Addinath and Urmila have decided to co-parent their daughter, Jizah. A while ago, the ex-couple shared a joint statement, announcing their divorce on social media. Professionally, Addinath is known for doing Marathi and Hindi films; however, his ex-wife, Urmila, has mainly worked in the Marathi TV and film industry. Here’s all you need to know about the Ramayana actor’s former partner.
Who is Addinath Kothare’s ex-wife, Urmila Kantekar?
born on May 4, 1986, is not just a talented actress but also trained Kathak dancer. Academically, the actress has graduated in Master of Arts from St Xavier’s College, Mumbai. When it comes to her acting career, Urmila began her journey in 2003 with a television show, Tuzyavina. Two years after her acting debut, she made a brief appearance in a show called Ankur. She also did Tuzech Mi Geet Gaat Aahe for Star Pravah. Interestingly, Urmila was associated with Hindi television serials like Mera Sasural and Maayka.
Urmila Kanetkar
Within three years of commencing her acting career, Urmila transitioned into films. The actress made her Marathi film debut with Shubha Mangal Saavadhan in 2006. It was followed by her doing Marathi movies like Savalee, Duniyadari, Timepass, Tapaal, Timepass 2, Autograph – Ek Japun Thevavi Ashi Lovestory, Guru, and more.
Apart from being a part of Marathi TV and cinema, Urmila has been a part of Amazon Prime Video web show, Breathe. The actress played the role of Margaret Mascarenhes in R Madhavan and Amit Sadh-starrer series. It was released in 2018. Later, in 2024, she essayed the character of Akriti in Zindaginama’s special segmnet, Purple Duniya.
Addinath Kothare, Urmila Kanetkar announce divorce
Earlier today, Addinath and Urmila shared a joint statement on social media about their divorce. A part of the note read: “After much thought and consideration, Urmilla Kanetkar and I, Addinath M. Kothare, have mutually and amicably decided to part ways as partners. While our journey as a couple has ended, our commitment to our daughter, Jizah, remains absolute. She is our utmost priority.”
Addinath Kothare and Urmila Kanetkar’s divorce announcement
The former couple added that they are dedicatedly co-parenting their daughter to ensure she grows up surrounded by love, security and support. For the unversed, and Urmila got married in 2011.