In a social media post that has quickly gone viral, Aarti Ravi, the estranged wife of Tamil actor Ravi Mohan (formerly known as Jayam Ravi), has raised pointed questions regarding the "double standards" of public empathy in celebrity separations. Her comments come amidst intensifying speculation surrounding the personal life of actor-turned-politician Vijay and his alleged relationship with actress Trisha Krishnan. Aarti's note suggests that the level of support a woman receives during a public breakup often depends on the "market value" and social standing of her husband. Actor Ravi Mohan Says Men Are the Biggest Victims and Even Our Judicial System Understands That (See Post).
Aarti Ravi Pens Cryptic Note on Market Value and Dignity
Aarti Ravi took to Instagram to share a reflective and sharp critique of how the public and media consume celebrity divorce narratives. Without naming individuals directly, she highlighted what she perceives as a shift in public sentiment when higher-profile figures are involved, contrasted with the "muted" or negative reaction she faced during her own separation from Ravi Mohan last year.
In her post, Aarti questioned the criteria for empathy in the public eye, writing, "So it raises a genuine question. Does empathy for a wife depend on the market value of the man involved? Or does it take the right political or social moment for her feelings to be seen and heard?"
She further expressed frustration over the "sudden chatter" regarding the dignity of a wife, noting that when her own marriage unravelled publicly amidst reports of Ravi appearing at events with another woman, the narrative was often "carefully churned" to paint her in a negative light. "No wife deserves to quietly endure that kind of humiliation," she added.
Aarti Ravi Drops Cryptic Note Amid Thalapathy Vijay-Trisha Krishnan Affair Rumours
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The Vijay-Trisha Speculation and Its Role in the Narrative
Aarti’s comments are widely interpreted by netizens and industry insiders as a reaction to the current media frenzy surrounding Thalapathy Vijay. The Tamil cinema superstar has been the subject of persistent rumours regarding an affair with his frequent co-star Trisha Krishnan, particularly after reports emerged that his wife, Sangeetha Sornalingam, filed for divorce in late 2025.
Unlike the scrutiny faced by Aarti during her split, the discourse around Vijay’s personal life has taken on a different tone, partly due to his recent entry into politics. Some social media users have pointed out the hypocrisy Aarti alluded to: while Vijay faces political and social pressure over his alleged relationship, other actors have moved on publicly with significantly less backlash.
The situation mirrors the controversy involving Ravi Mohan, who in 2025 made headlines for appearing at a wedding in matching outfits with singer Kenishaa Francis while his divorce from Aarti was still being litigated.
Ravi Mohan and Aarti Ravi’s Separation
The legal battle between Aarti and Ravi Mohan has been exceptionally public since September 2024, when the actor unilaterally announced their separation. Aarti later claimed she was "blindsided" by the announcement and had been attempting to reconcile or at least handle the matter privately for the sake of their two sons. Samuthirakani Addresses Leaked Clip Allegedly Criticising Thalapathy Vijay and Trisha Krishnan Amid Their Affair Rumours (Watch Video).
The dispute escalated in early 2026 after Ravi Mohan claimed in a statement that "men are the biggest victims" in the judicial system. Aarti countered this by resharing posts that slammed the "victim card" played by men who move on publicly before a divorce is finalised.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Mar 26, 2026 05:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).













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