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Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shanthanu Bhagyaraj has a bold response when asked about not having children despite being married for a decade: 'It's our pain, not your topic'
Actor Shanthanu Bhagyaraj and his wife, popular TV host , recently addressed a deeply personal topic that has followed them for years, the question of why they haven't had children even after a decade of marriage. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now In a candid video shared on their YouTube channel, Shanthanu responded emotionally to constant public inquiries, saying, 'Everyone keeps asking when we're going to have a child. We're ready. But are you going to raise the child or take care of it?' He urged people not to misinterpret his tone, adding, 'Please don't think we're being arrogant. This is our pain. Constant questioning only causes mental stress. Let God decide when the time is right.' His honesty struck a chord online, earning both empathy and praise for speaking up on a sensitive issue many couples face. A decade of togetherness Shanthanu married Keerthi in 2015, in a wedding that was officiated by none other than . Despite their high-profile wedding and media attention, the couple has kept their private life largely low-key. As they mark nearly ten years of marriage, their bond remains strong and supportive, with both often appearing together in social media posts, interviews, and vlogs. Battling expectations On the career front, Shanthanu has quietly built a strong portfolio in Tamil cinema. While his entry into the industry was backed by his father, veteran actor-filmmaker Bhagyaraj, success didn't come easily. Several of his early films failed to make a mark, but he persevered with commitment and discipline. Rising as an actor in his own right His recent outing in 'Blue Star' marked a significant turning point, with audiences and critics praising his nuanced performance. The role showcased a mature and evolved Shanthanu, reminding the industry that he's carving his own space, not just as Bhagyaraj's son, but as a talent to watch in his own right.
Hans India
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
'We are shamelessly fighting over languages and borders,' says actor Shanthanu
Chennai: Pointing out the terrorists in Pahalgam did not stop to ask tourists if they were Hindi, Telugu, Kannada or Tamil, actor Shanthanu Baghyaraj, who is also the son of eminent Tamil film director Baghyaraj, has pointed out that citizens have to realise that we are all Indians and that we have to put a full stop to the "nonsensical hate and negativity towards each other." Taking to his X timeline to pen his thoughts on the issue, Shanthanu wrote,"In #Pahalgam, they did not ask if you were Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, Tamil etc. They didn't care if you were North Indian or South Indian or wtv. Inga (here) the enemy does not have to waste his time because we are doing 90 per cent of his job for him… We are shamelessly fighting (or made to fight) over languages and borders." The actor further wrote, "Let's remember We are just INDIANS and let's stay united in that." Stating that the bullet did not know the caste or the religion of its victim, Shanthanu wrote, "Bulletuku theriyadhu nee Enna jaadhi Enna Madham nnu. Let this be an eye opener and a full stop to this nonsensical hate and negativity towards each other. #PahalgamTerroristAttack." The actor was among the first to react to the news of the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Soon after news of the attack broke out, Shanthanu took to his X timeline and wrote, "Deeply saddened by the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Silence and disbelief. Terrorism never stops. Not in only ourselves for each other. Let's stand united. Praying for the victims and our heart goes out to their families. #Pahalgamterroristattack" Several other film celebrities from the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada film industries too have condemned the dastardly attack, which has also come in for international condemnation.
