Kamal Haasan is the biggest superstar of pan India, who enjoys an unbeatable fanbase even at the age of 70. One of the most accomplished actors in Indian cinema, Kamal, has worked as the recipient of four National Film Awards. With more than six decades of experience in the film industry, he is the only actor with the highest number of Oscar submissions.
Kamal is leading the headlines all over again for his much-anticipated film, Thug Life, released worldwide on June 5, 2025. The film marks the reunion of acclaimed directors Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan after 37 years since their last film, Nayakan, in 1987. The gripping thriller also features Silambarasan, Trisha, Abhirami and Sanya Malhotra.
The film also garnered attention for Kamal’s bold scenes with Trisha and Abhirami. Well, Kamal is known for making news, be it in his professional or personal life. The ace actor’s divorce from his first wife, Vani Ganapathy, was also a hot topic of discussion for many years. For the unversed, Kamal once stated how his divorce from Vani left him bankrupt.
Kamal Haasan revealed his divorce from Vani Ganapathy left him bankrupt
Kamal fell in love with dancer, Vani Ganapathy and got married to her in 1978. However, things turned ugly when reports surfaced about Kamal’s relationship with Sarika. It was reported that Kamal started dating Sarika even before he was legally separated from Vani. In 1988, Kamal and Vani ended their relationship and got divorced. However, things turned ugly when Kamal Haasan revealed that his divorce from Vani had pushed him to the brink of bankruptcy.
Vani Ganapathy gave shocking details about her divorce and alimony from Kamal Haasan
Ever since her divorce, Vani kept a low profile, however, Kamal’s controversial remark about being bankrupt after the divorce made her furious. In an interaction with Deccan Chronicle, Vani reacted to Kamal’s claims and said:
“For 28 years, we have been divorced. I have always refrained from mudslinging because it’s a very private affair… but we have both moved on now. Why does he behave like a man obsessed? He even refused to give me used appliances from our shared flat. What could I expect from a man like that?”
Vani Ganapathy revealed walking out of the marriage
Not just this, Vani also revealed that she was the one to walk out of their marriage. In the same interaction, the dancer revealed that she was shocked to read about Kamal’s claims and stated:
“In what court in the world has alimony been allowed to drive someone to bankruptcy? I was completely shocked when I read it. His ego must have been hurt when I walked out of the marriage, but so much has happened since. He could have said financial crisis and let the subject pass.”
Vani and Kamal never disclosed the real reason behind their divorce. However, multiple reports stated that while Kamal was married to Vani, he started dating Sarika, and they were reportedly living together. Soon, Sarika was pregnant with Shruti Haasan. When the news was out, Kamal divorced Vani and tied the knot with Sarika in the same year.
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