. Facing strong opposition from her family, the couple chose to marry in a secret ceremony at the Thiruthani Murugan Temple in April 2001. Family Conflict

Following this, she delivered a string of blockbusters that solidified her reputation. In Surya Vamsam (1997), she portrayed an educated woman who empowers her uneducated husband, a performance that earned her widespread critical acclaim and a Tamil Nadu State Film Award. Her portrayal of Chellamal in the biographical film Bharathi (2000) further cemented her capability to handle heavy, performance-oriented roles with dignity. Redefining Relationship Dynamics on Screen

Not all popular pairings = good relationship storytelling. This is an example of a romantic storyline that aged poorly.