Manju Warrier and Dileep have once again found themselves in the spotlight after the former couple attended the same event in Kerala. A video of the two arriving at the event, shared by Cine Hub, is making rounds on the internet. The two were among the many Malayalam film personalities present at the inauguration of producer Listin Stephen’s new theatre which was inaugurated by Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan. Prithviraj, Jayasurya, Kunchacko Boban, Naren, Aditi Ravi, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Navya Nair, Dhyan Sreenivasan and Basil Joseph were also present.
The appearance has naturally brought attention back to Manju and Dileep’s relationship which was once closely followed by Malayalam cinema fans. More than a decade after their separation, their personal history continues to remain a topic of interest.
Here is a look at how their relationship began, when they got married, what led to their divorce and where their lives went afterwards.
How Did Manju Warrier And Dileep First Meet?
Manju Warrier and Dileep first met while working on the 1996 Malayalam film Sallapam. The movie was an important project for Manju who was establishing herself as one of Malayalam cinema’s leading young actresses at the time. Dileep was also building his career in the industry.
As they continued working together, their professional equation gradually became a personal relationship. Their chemistry was also seen in films such as Ee Puzhayum Kadannu which released in 1996.
The relationship eventually became serious although it was reportedly not accepted easily by Manju’s family.
When Did Manju Warrier And Dileep Get Married?
Manju Warrier and Dileep got married on October 20, 1998, at the Aluva Sri Krishna Temple in Kerala.
According to reports, the couple faced opposition from Manju’s family before deciding to elope and marry. At the time, both were established names in Malayalam cinema and their marriage attracted considerable attention.
After getting married, Manju made a major decision that surprised her fans. She stepped away from acting despite being at the height of her career.
Why Did Manju Warrier Stop Acting After Marriage?
Following her marriage, Manju Warrier left the film industry and focused on her family life. Her decision came after a relatively short but highly successful period in Malayalam cinema.
She remained away from movies and public appearances for more than a decade. During this period, Dileep continued to work regularly and went on to become one of the most commercially successful actors in Malayalam cinema.
The couple also welcomed their only daughter, Meenakshi, in 2000.
When Did Manju Warrier Return To The Public Eye?
Manju’s return to public life began gradually. In October 2012, she performed a dance at Guruvayoor Temple which marked her first public dance performance in around 14 years.
Her return to films followed in 2014 with How Old Are You? The movie became an important comeback for Manju and marked her return to Malayalam cinema after her long break.
Around the same period, reports about difficulties in her marriage with Dileep were also attracting attention.
When Did Manju Warrier And Dileep Divorce?
Manju Warrier and Dileep jointly filed for divorce in July 2014. Their divorce was officially granted by the Ernakulam Family Court on January 31, 2015, which brought their marriage of around 16 years to an end.
What Happened To Dileep After His Divorce From Manju Warrier?
Following his divorce from Manju, Dileep married actress Kavya Madhavan. The couple later welcomed a daughter and have continued their family life together.
