Today, R. Madhavan and his wife, Sarita Birje, celebrate 26 years of marital bliss. To commemorate the special occasion, both Madhavan and Sarita shared heartfelt messages on social media, expressing their enduring love and gratitude for one another.
Madhavan took to Instagram early Friday morning to share a close-up photo of Sarita, where she is seen smiling warmly at the camera. Accompanying the image, he penned a touching message: "To the woman who has given me everything I have ever wanted… In 26 years of marriage and 33 years of knowing each other, there is not one moment I would want to change and live it any other way… You have given me so much that I don't know what else to wish for… I am the one who is most blessed. Happy anniversary, my love. @msaru15." His words reflect a deep appreciation for Sarita's unwavering support and the beautiful life they've built together.
Sarita, on the other hand, hasn't issued a statement directly, but her Instagram timeline is filled with images of the happy couple.
The couple's anniversary post quickly garnered attention from fans and fellow celebrities alike. Madhavan's Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein co-star, Dia Mirza, commented, “Love love love you both @msaru15 @actormaddy,” while actress Nayanthara wrote, “Sweeetest.” Actor Rohit Roy revealed he played a role in Madhavan and Sarita's love story, writing, “Happy to you @msaru15 and @actormaddy ❤️❤️ I have a small but important hand to play in this love story.”
Madhavan and Sarita's love story began in 1991, when they met during a workshop. After dating for eight years, they tied the knot in 1999, before Madhavan achieved widespread fame in mainstream cinema. Sarita has also contributed to Madhavan's career, working as a costume designer for several of his films, including Guru En Aalu. In 2005, the couple welcomed their son, Vedaant Madhavan, who has since become an international swimmer, bringing further joy and pride to the family.
In a past interview, Madhavan spoke about his bond with his wife, and how she reacts to his massive female fan following. During the conversation, he was asked if his wife ever felt uneasy about the female admiration he gets. To which, Madhavan said, “She must have. I became a proper film actor after getting married. By the time Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein (which marked my Bollywood debut) released, I was already married. So, she grew up seeing me receive this adulation.” He added, “Also, she is a huge fan of Shah Rukh Khan. Her knees start knocking and she melts when she sees him. So, she understands what girls go through when they see an idol of theirs. Hence, she's been very accommodating. Sometimes, I can feel her thinking, 'Isn't this becoming a bit too much? ' Now, she has also begun telling me to stop posting all these photos on Instagram and to start behaving my age. But I don't think she's jealous. I think she's right too and wants me to behave in an age-appropriate manner”.
On the professional front, Madhavan was last seen in "Kesari Chapter 2: The Untold Story of Jallianwala Bagh," a historical courtroom drama directed by Karan Singh Tyagi. The film also stars Akshay Kumar and Ananya Panday.
