Tamil actor Jayam Ravi announced his separation from his wife, Aarti, on Monday, September 9th, in a heartfelt statement shared on X (formerly Twitter). The actor, known for his prominent roles in Tamil films, emphasized that the decision to dissolve their marriage was made after careful consideration and stems from personal reasons.

In his statement, Jayam Ravi expressed, “It is with a heavy heart that I must share a deeply personal update with all of you. After much thought, reflections, and discussions, I have taken the difficult decision to proceed with the dissolution of my marriage with Aarti. This decision was not made out of haste and stems from personal reasons that I believe are in the best interests of everyone involved.”

He further requested privacy for his family during this challenging time, stating, "In light of this, I hereby kindly request all of you to respect our privacy as well as that of our family members during this difficult time and appeal to all of you to refrain from making any assumptions, rumors, or allegations in this regard and let the matter remain private.”

The actor reaffirmed his commitment to his craft and his fans, stating, “My priority has always remained the same – to continue bringing joy and entertainment through my films to my dearest audience. I am still and will always be your Jayam Ravi – who is cherished by all of you throughout my career and as an actor who is dedicated to my craft and commitment to showcase the best of my talent. Your constant support means the world to me, and I am grateful for the love you have showered on me over the years.”

Jayam Ravi and Aarti were married in June 2009 and have two sons, Aarav and Ayaan. The news of their separation follows speculation earlier this year after Aarti reportedly removed photos of the couple from her Instagram page.