Ravi Mohan Pauses Acting Until Divorce From Aarti Ravi Is Finalized

Tamil actor Ravi Mohan said he will pause his acting career until his divorce from estranged wife Aarti Ravi is finalized, addressing the issue in a highly emotional press conference in Chennai on May 16. Speaking at a private studio in Alwarpet, the actor said his divorce proceedings are the reason he is not able to continue with film releases, adding that until the legal separation is completed, none of his films should be screened.

Ravi Mohan said he had stayed silent for years to protect his children and family, but that the absence of public comment allowed rumors to multiply and be used against him. He also said he has been prevented from meeting his two sons, whom he shares with Aarti Ravi, and claimed that he pays for their schooling fees, alleging an annual cost of Rs 50 lakh. The actor further said he would not return to acting until his personal situation stabilizes.

Along with the announcement about his career, Ravi Mohan made multiple allegations related to his marriage and its breakdown. He accused Aarti Ravi’s family of being responsible if anything happens to him or to Keneeshaa Francis, and alleged that Aarti blackmailed him into marriage by injuring herself. He...