‘Stop Making It Dirty’: Mahhi Vij Shares Photo With Ex-Husband Jay Bhanushali a Day After Announcing Divorce, Slams Media Reports Amid Separation News (View Posts)
Popular television couple Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali have decided to part ways after 14 years of marriage. The couple announced their separation through a joint post on Instagram on Sunday (January 4), assuring fans that they will continue to support each other. A day later, the actress has slammed media portals for spreading false narratives regarding their split.
Television actress Mahhi Vij has publicly criticised media outlets and online platforms for what she described as "dirty journalism" following the official announcement of her separation from actor Jay Bhanushali. On Monday, Vij took to social media to clarify that her recent posts were personal reflections and not intended as jabs at her former partner, emphasising that the couple remains committed to an amicable relationship for the sake of their children. Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij Announce Separation After 14 Years of Marriage; TV Couple Share Decision on Social Media and Pen ‘There Is No Villain in This Story’ (View Post).
Mahhi Vij Slams Media Reports Amid Separation With Jay Bhanushali
The confrontation with the media follows a joint statement released by the couple on January 4, 2026, confirming their decision to end their 14-year marriage. In the statement, Vij and Bhanushali described the split as a mutual decision rooted in "peace, growth, and sanity."
They stated clearly that there is "no villain in this story" and that they intend to remain friends. The couple, who married in 2011, stressed that their primary focus moving forward is the well-being of their three children: biological daughter Tara and foster children Khushi and Rajveer.
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Addressing False Narratives
The tension between Vij and certain media segments peaked when several publications interpreted her recent Instagram stories, which featured quotes about "beautiful souls" and "good people," as hidden attacks on Bhanushali.
Vij responded by sharing a selfie with Bhanushali to debunk rumours of animosity. "For likes and comments, media can stoop to any level," she wrote. "My stories are not for Jay... stop making it dirty just like your journalism."
Insiders close to the family have also dismissed reports regarding alimony, stating that the separation was finalised months ago without legal contention or monetary claims, further reinforcing the narrative of a dignified closure.
Background of the Relationship
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij were long considered one of the television industry’s most resilient couples. After meeting in 2009 and marrying in a private ceremony in 2011, they became household names through their appearances on reality shows like Nach Baliye, which they won in 2013. Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij’s 15-Year Marriage Comes to an End, Divorce Papers Finalised Between July and August 2025 – Reports.
Rumours of a rift had circulated since late 2025, but the couple had largely remained silent until this week’s official announcement. Vij had previously warned of legal action against those spreading false narratives about her family life, citing the negative impact of such gossip on her children’s mental health.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jan 05, 2026 05:00 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).