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Malayalam actor Manu Varma and wife Sindhu Varma announce separation

Malayalam actor Manu Varma has announced his separation from wife Sindhu Varma after 25 years of marriage, revealing they have been living apart for the past two years while the divorce process is underway. He said the decision was mutual and peaceful, stressing that forced relationships only cause pain and that both remain devoted to their children.
January 03, 2026 / 18:50 IST
Manu Varma and wife Sindhu Varma parted ways
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  • Manu Varma and Sindhu Varma announce separation after 25 years of marriage
  • The couple has lived apart for two years and legal divorce is still in process
  • Both continue to care for their three children despite living separately

Popular Malayalam television actor Manu Varma has shared a personal update about his marriage. He announced that he and his wife, Sindhu Varma, have decided to separate after 25 years together. He said they have been living apart for the last two years. He also clarified that the legal divorce process is still going on.

Manu Varma spoke openly about the situation in a recent interview. He explained that sometimes relationships change over time. He said that when compatibility is no longer present, it is better to live separately. He believes forcing a relationship only increases stress and pain. According to him, living apart can sometimes bring peace to both people.

The actor said there is almost no chance of them getting back together. He added that love existed between them until a few years ago. He explained that such changes can happen quietly and suddenly. He also spoke about how separation is handled in other countries. He said people there often stay respectful and friendly even after separation. He wished that such an understanding culture could grow in Kerala as well.

Manu Varma and Sindhu Varma have three children. Their eldest child is working as an IT professional in the United States. Their second child is settled in Bengaluru. Manu also shared that their youngest child is a daughter who has health related challenges. He said both parents continue to care deeply about their children despite living separately.

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Manu Varma comes from a well-known film family. He is the son of the late veteran actor Jagannatha Varma. He is also the cousin of noted ad filmmaker Prakash Varma. Manu has acted in many popular television serials like Kadamattathu Kathanar and Pookkalam Varavayi. He has also appeared in films like Neelagiri and Naranathu Thampuran.

Sindhu Varma is also a familiar face to TV viewers. She acted in serials such as Etho Janma Kalpanayil and Panchagni. She later appeared in films including CBI 5, The Brain and Artham.

Bhawana Tanmayi is a Hyderabad-based freelance entertainment journalist. Views expressed are personal.
first published: Jan 3, 2026 06:50 pm

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