Ever since reports of South superstar Vijay and wife Sangeetha Sornalingam heading for divorce surfaced earlier this year, speculation around Vijay’s equation with actress Trisha Krishnan has once again become one of Kollywood’s most talked-about conversations. Though neither Vijay nor Trisha has addressed the dating rumours, their frequent public appearances, mirror selfies, and speculated foreign trips taken together have kept fans intrigued.
The buzz intensified after Trisha attended Vijay’s oath-taking ceremony on May 10, where the actor-politician was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu following his party’s reported electoral victory. What especially grabbed attention online was Trisha sharing a warm exchange with Vijay’s mother, Shoba Chandrasekhar, at the venue. Adding to the chatter was the noticeable absence of Vijay’s wife, Sangeetha and their children, Jason, Sanjay and Divya Sasha, at the ceremony.
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Further, as fans trolled Trisha for attending Vijay’s oath-taking ceremony, the 43-year-old actress shared a post on Instagram with a cryptic caption, “The love is always louder.” Since then, the Internet is curious about Vijay-Trisha’s rumoured love affair and and wheather the pair, who had a strong on-screen chemistry, ever dated each other? Well, if not, what do the warm hugs, mirror selfies and alleged foreign trips taken together mean….here’s a timeline of Vijay-Trisha’s rumoured relationship.
Vijay-Sangeetha divorce
First things first. Vijay was married to Tamil industrialist Sangeetha Sornalingam for the last 27 years. But in a development that sent shockwaves across the Tamil film industry, Sangeetha Sornalingam filed for divorce at the Chengalpattu family court. Several reports alleged that the divorce petition referenced Vijay’s alleged closeness to a leading Kollywood actor, though no names were officially mentioned in the complaint.
As speculation spread online, many fans began connecting the dots to Trisha Krishnan.
Trisha calls off her wedding
Trisha, too, did not have a happy married life. She had gotten engaged to businessman Varun Manian. However, the engagement was called off within months in 2015.
The reason that Trisha revealed in interviews was that she was unwilling to step away from acting after marriage, reportedly leading to differences between the couple.
When Vijay and Trisha first meet?
Trisha and Vijay first shared screen space in the 2004 Tamil blockbuster Ghilli, directed by Dharani. The film not only became a major commercial success but also established the pair as one of Tamil cinema’s most beloved on-screen couples.
Their chemistry in the film instantly resonated with audiences, while the film’s songs like Appadi Podu continue to enjoy cult popularity even today. Many fans still consider Ghilli a turning point in Vijay’s career, helping cement his image as an action-romance superstar.
Trisha and Vijay’s on-screen chemistry
Over the years, Vijay and Trisha collaborated on several successful films, including Thirupaachi, Aathi, and Kuruvi. Eventually, their on-screen chemistry also sparked rumours about their off-screen closeness during the mid-2000s.
According to fan discussions and online speculation, the pair reportedly distanced themselves professionally for several years after 2008 amid increasing gossip surrounding their rumoured relationship. It was finally after 15 years, that the two re-united for the film Leo in 2023, reigniting public curiosity around their purported relationship.
Fans further fuelled rumours after Trisha attended special screenings and success celebrations linked to Vijay’s films, such as Varisu’s special screening. On the other front, reports of an alleged rift between Vijay and Sangeetha continued making headlines over the years.
Trisha and Vijay’s rumoured trips together
The rumour mill went into overdrive after photos of Vijay and Trisha walking together in Oslo surfaced online following the shoot schedule of Leo. The candid images quickly went viral, with fans speculating about the nature of their friendship.
In another incident, Trisha’s 2022 “solo trip” photographs from New York City drew attention after eagle-eyed followers spotted what appeared to be two sets of footwear in one picture, sparking theories that she may not have been travelling alone.
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Their alleged presence at actress Keerthy Suresh and Antony Thattil’s Goa wedding celebrations in 2024 also became a major talking point online. Adding fuel to the speculation, Trisha later posted an elevator selfie with Vijay while wishing him on his birthday.
Did Vijay give Trisha a special ring?
Another detail that has repeatedly sparked speculation among fans is a ring Trisha has often been seen wearing since 2022. Social media users have frequently linked the accessory to rumours of a special someone in her life, with many drawing connections to Vijay.
Although neither actor has ever publicly commented on the dating rumours, fans continue to dissect their social media activity, public appearances, and subtle interactions for clues about their equation.
