When Vijay spoke about son Jason Sanjay’s career in cinema: ‘I don’t command them’

Thalapathy Vijay and his son Jason Sanjay (Pics/ Instagram)

Vijay has been dominating headlines since the beginning of the year. While the actor was expected to begin the year with the release of his final film Jana Nayagan, the film's release was reportedly delayed after certification issues. Amid this, Vijay shifted his focus entirely to politics and his maiden elections. He went on to register a historic victory and was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

When Vijay spoke about his kids

However, Vijay's personal life has also remained in the spotlight. His estranged wife Sangeetha Sornalingam and children, Jason Sanjay and Divya Saasha, were notably absent from the swearing-in ceremony. Reports of his ongoing divorce proceedings have also kept his family life in the public eye.

Amid the family drama making headlines, an old interview of Vijay discussing his son's future in cinema has resurfaced online.

During the promotions of Beast in 2022, Vijay spoke to filmmaker Nelson Dilipkumar in an interview for Sun TV. During the conversation, he was asked whether his son Sanjay planned to enter films. Vijay made it clear that he never wanted to pressure his children into choosing a particular career.

When asked if Sanjay wanted to become an actor, Vijay replied, "I have no clue what's in his mind."

He added, "I would never do that. It is completely his interest. If he feels he needs my support, I will support him. They have full freedom to choose. I don't command them, saying they have to do this or that."

The actor also revealed that filmmakers had approached him about launching Sanjay in films. However, he said the final decision was always left to his son. "I tell him people are asking, but at the end of the day, it is his choice. He told me, ‘Please don't disturb me for a couple of years. I don't want this right now.'"

Vijay-Sangeetha divorce

Vijay's wife filed for divorce in February this year. Reports related to the main petition claim that Sangeetha has cited allegations of infidelity and mental cruelty as key grounds for seeking the divorce. The petition states that she discovered in April 2021 that Vijay was allegedly involved in an "adulterous relationship" with an actress, which she claims caused emotional distress and a breakdown of marital trust.

The filing also alleges that Vijay continued to maintain an open association with the actress in public and on overseas trips, which the petitioner claims caused embarrassment and emotional hardship for her and their children.

Amid these claims, Vijay was spotted attending a wedding with actress Trisha Krishnan, with whom he is rumoured to have an affair. She was also present at his swearing-in ceremony.