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Economic Times
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Why Tamil actor Vishal did not marry for so long? The real reason is about a building, close to his heart
Tamil actor Vishal is set to marry actress Sai Dhanshika. This follows his vow to remain unmarried until the Nadigar Sangam building is complete. The building project faced delays but is now almost ready. Many stars like Vijay and Kamal Haasan donated for the building. Vishal and Dhanshika plan to marry on August 29. Vishal supports Dhanshika's acting career post-marriage. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads About Nadigar Sangam's new building Finally Vishal says Yes to marriage Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tamil actor Vishal's decision to remain unmarried for years wasn't about personal hesitation, nor was it due to lack of love—it was a vow he made tied to a building. As the General Secretary of the Nadigar Sangam (South Indian Artistes' Association), Vishal had made a firm promise years ago that he would not marry until the new Nadigar Sangam building was completed. For him, this was not just a symbolic gesture—it was a commitment to his peers, to the association, and to a vision for the Tamil film industry's future. That vow is now fulfilled, and so, finally, is his Nadigar Sangam building project has been a significant undertaking in the Tamil film industry. Planned as a modern facility to serve artists, the building's foundation was laid in 2017 by two industry legends—Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan. Located in the heart of Chennai on Habibullah Road in T. Nagar, the facility was designed to be a multi-purpose space that could cater to various needs of the film fraternity. It includes a 1000-seater auditorium for award functions, an 800-seat marriage hall, and a smaller 300-seat mini hall. These facilities are much-needed additions, given the lack of dedicated spaces for large-scale industry events and artist the grand vision, the building faced repeated construction delays. However, it wasn't abandoned. Major stars like Vijay and Kamal Haasan each donated ₹1 crore from their personal funds to keep the dream alive. Actor Karthi was actively involved in overseeing the construction, and Vishal remained emotionally and personally invested in the project—so much so that he chose to pause his personal life until the building reached forward to 2025—Vishal finally announced his wedding to actress Sai Dhanshika, bringing an end to both the wait and speculation. The couple revealed their plans at the audio and trailer launch of Dhanshika's upcoming film Yogi Da. The announcement wasn't a surprise to those close to them; the two have known each other for 15 years, sharing a strong bond of friendship that recently turned into love. Dhanshika has long admired Vishal's unwavering support and integrity, especially during difficult times in her life. Their relationship quietly matured, grounded in trust and mutual the event, Vishal spoke warmly about the journey that led to their union. He acknowledged the vow he had made and his determination to see the Nadigar Sangam building through to completion before considering marriage. He even joked about keeping a chair at the construction site, refusing to leave until the job was done. His dedication to that promise spoke volumes not only about his character but also about his commitment to collective welfare over personal the building now almost ready and his vow fulfilled, Vishal is finally moving on to a new chapter—one that includes Dhanshika by his side. Their wedding is set for August 29. He described her as someone who truly understands him and shared his gratitude for having found love after such a long wait. Calling her his soulmate, he emphasized that their bond is strong and will only grow stronger with Vishal also made it clear that Dhanshika's career will not be put on hold post-marriage. He praised her talent and encouraged her to continue acting, underlining his progressive outlook and respect for her individuality. Their union, therefore, stands as both a personal milestone and a public message—about keeping promises, prioritizing responsibilities, and ultimately embracing love when the time is right.r."
Pink Villa
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
When Vishal defended Sai Dhanshika after she broke down in tears over being bullied by co-star
Vishal and Sai Dhanshika made headlines after they announced their wedding date at the pre-release event of the latter's upcoming film, Yogi Da. The duo looked madly in love as they made their first public appearance together. However, did you know that Vishal had once taken a stand for Dhanshika back in the days when she stirred controversy for one of her statements? In 2017, Sai Dhanshika was promoting her film Vizhithiru when she skipped giving due credit to one of her co-stars, T. Rajender, who made a cameo in the movie. He was visibly irked by this goof-up by the actress and went on to publicly criticize her. T. Rajender even took a dig at Dhanshika by hinting at her arrogance in doing bigger films like Kabali, which made her treat him with negligence, and that his stature appeared invisible to her. Things escalated slightly after this, when Sai Dhanshika returned to the stage and clarified that her mistake was out of stage fear and not intentional. She even fell at T. Rajender's feet and apologized to him profusely. But T. Rajender did not back down and continued attacking her with words, leaving her in a state of tears. The other co-stars were also seen laughing at the comments made by the former. In retaliation, actor Vishal, who was the then president of Tamil Nadigar Sangam, lashed out at T. Rajender with a silencing statement. Vishal defended Dhansika in his long note, an excerpt of which read, 'It's very difficult for women to come up in the cine industry. I know Dhanshika very well and people who know her know well that she wouldn't have done anything like this intentionally.' He added, 'I strongly condemn Mr TR for continuously targeting Dhanshika despite the fact that she apologized to him and he could have avoided all this.' Furthermore, Vishal took a firm stand against Dhansika's co-actors who laughed and clapped while she was being bullied. He called them out and called it an indecent gesture on their part. Fast forward to now, Vishal and Dhanshika announced that they are tying the knot on August 29 this year.
India Today
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Tamil actors Vishal, Sai Dhanshika announce wedding in August: Nothing more to hide
Tamil actors Vishal, 47, and Sai Dhanshika, 35, are getting married in August. The two actors made their relationship official and shared the happy news at 'Yogi Da' press conference in Chennai on Monday. While addressing the crowd, Dhanshika said that they have known each other for 15 years, but started dating only said that they were pushed to make their relationship official after a news report went viral. "We didn't want to make the announcement at the press conference. However, a news report went viral this morning. We initially thought that we would maintain our friendship in front of the media before the event began. But, after the report, we felt there was nothing to hide," she further, she said, "Vishal and I are planning to get married on August 29. I have known Vishal for the past 15 years. Whenever we met in the past, he treated me with due respect. When I was in deep trouble, he visited my home and raised his voice for me. No hero has ever visited my house. It was very sweet of him - his gesture was pleasing." Here's the video: Speaking about their relationship, she stated, "It was only recently that we started talking to each other. And we felt that it was leading somewhere. Mutually, we understood that we wanted to get married. I just want him to be happy. I love you, Vishal."Vishal happily broke the news about his wedding to the media and said, "My marriage is fixed. I've got a girl. Dhansika's father is here and with his blessings, I'm introducing her. I want to, I'd love to, and I am going to marry Dhanshika. She's a wonderful person."advertisementThe 'Sandakozhi' actor jokingly said that they would not end up like the Vadivelu and Kovai Sarala couple from 'Kaalam Mari Pochu'. "After seeing Dhanshika execute stunts in 'Yogi Da', I understood that I needed to be aware. It looks like I should be prepared. I should also learn from Pandian master (stunt choreographer) and learn how to block. If she kicks, it comes closer to my head. I hope we don't fight like that. We both have great understanding," he explained. Calling himself a blessed person, Vishal added, "God always saves the best for the last. He has saved Dhanshika for me. We are going to lead a lovely life. I always think positively. We have a great understanding now and hope to always have that. I trust her."Vishal also assured that Dhanshika would continue acting after marriage. "I promise you that she will act. She is a great talent. I do not want her talent to be confined," he couple then thanked the media for a wonderful response to their and Vishal then stated that they will get married on August 29, which also happens to be the latter's Reel
News18
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Tamil Actor Vishal To Marry Sai Dhanshika On August 29; Know All About The 'Bride'
Last Updated: The announcement was made during the audio launch of Dhanshika's upcoming film Yogi Da, where Vishal was one of the chief guests. Tamil actor Vishal has finally confirmed that he is getting married soon. The 47-year-old actor revealed that he will tie the knot with actress Sai Dhanshika on August 29. The announcement was made during the audio launch of Dhanshika's upcoming film Yogi Da, where Vishal was one of the chief guests. Vishal and Dhanshika were seen holding hands and smiling at the event, clearly overjoyed by the special occasion. As soon as Vishal arrived, he embraced his fiancee, and the two shared a shy but affectionate moment in front of cameras. Vishal, a prominent figure in Tamil cinema and a key member of the Nadigar Sangam (Tamil Film Actors Association), had earlier made a promise that he would only get married after the completion of the Nadigar Sangam building. The project, which began nearly a decade ago, is finally nearing completion. Earlier, Vishal was engaged to an entrepreneur, though the engagement was eventually called off. He was also linked to actress Varalaxmi Sarathkumar in the past. However, it appears that Vishal has now found lasting love with Sai Dhanshika. Who Is Sai Dhanshika? Sai Dhanshika, 35, is a well-known actress in Tamil cinema. Born on November 20, 1989, in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, she began her film career in 2006 with Manathodu Mazhaikalam, credited as Marina. She starred alongside Shaam, Nithya Das, and Malayalam actor Jayasurya in the buddy drama directed by Arputhan. Dhanshika later featured in films like Maranthen Meimaranthen, Thirudi and ventured into Kannada cinema with Kempa, where she was credited as Thanushika. Her major breakthrough came in 2009 with Peranmai, an action film directed by Jananathan and starring Jayam Ravi. Over the years, she has played a variety of roles and built a strong portfolio in Tamil cinema. One of her most notable performances was in Kabali (2016), where she played Rajinikanth's daughter. First Published:
The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Tamil actors Vishal, Sai Dhanshika to get married on August 29
Tamil actors are all set to tie the knot, the couple announced on Monday (May 19, 2025) at the trailer launch of Dhanshika's upcoming film Yogi Da. The actors announced that they will get married on August 29 this year. Dhanshika, while speaking at the event, said, 'There's nothing to hide anymore. We are going to get married on August 29. I have known Vishal for 15 years. He has always treated me with due respect, and he has always supported me. Even when I was going through a problem, he came to my house, and that was a very sweet gesture. 'We started talking recently and we fell in love. We realised that this would end up in marriage,' added the 35-year-old actor. Vishal, on the other hand, professed his love for Dhanshika during his speech. 'I am in love with Dhanshik, and I am going to get married to her. She's a wonderful person. I am a lucky person. They say God saves the best for the last, and I believe he saved Dhanshika for me. We are going to lead a positive and lovely life,' said the 47-year-old actor. Interestingly, this comes days after Vishal hinted at getting married. The actor had long ago famously stated that he would get married only after the completion of the Nadigar Sangam (South Indian Artistes' Association) building, an endeavour for which the actor had raised funds as the General Secretary. At a recent media interaction, Vishal was asked about his wedding plans now that the Nadigar Sangam building is nearing completion. 'Yes, I've found the person. I will reveal more details soon,' he said. Dhanshika is best known for starring in films such as Peranmai, Paradesi, and Kabali. Vishal, an actor with over 40 films to his credit, was recently in the news after he fainted on stage at an event in Villupuram on May 11. A team of doctors examined the actor and stated that he had skipped his meals, causing him to faint.
