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Kamal Haasan and Sarika also separated after 16 years of marriage
in 2004, leaving behind two daughters, Shruti and Akshara, both accomplished in
their own rights. Farhan Akhtar and Adhuna Bhabani ended their 16-year marriage
in 2017, parting amicably while continuing to raise their daughters, Shakya and
Akira, together. Sanjay Dutt's marriage to Richa Sharma ended tragically when she
passed away due to a brain tumor after about nine years together, and he has
since remarried but still cherishes his time with her.
Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora, who were married for 18 years,
finalized their divorce in 2017 but remain supportive co-parents to their son,
Arhaan, and maintain a friendly relationship. Similarly, Pooja Bhatt and Manish
Makhija decided to part ways after 11 years of marriage in 2014, with Pooja
emphasizing the mutual respect behind their decision. These examples showcase that
even long-standing relationships can change as individuals grow and reevaluate
their lives and priorities.
Recently, Saira Banu announced her separation from A.R. Rahman after 29
years of marriage, highlighting a growing trend known as "grey
divorce."
What is Grey Divorce?
Grey divorce refers to the dissolution of marriage among couples in their later
years, typically aged 50 and above or after 25 years of marriage. The term
“grey” symbolizes the stage of life associated with older age.
While divorce among younger couples is often attributed to challenges
like a lack of compromise or difficulty adjusting, society tends to search for
different explanations when older couples part ways.
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Why Are Older Couples Choosing Divorce?
For some, the decision comes after years of living in an unhappy space. While
earlier stages of life may have provided reasons to stay together—such as
raising children or societal expectations—later years often bring a shift in
priorities.
Here are a few common factors behind the rise of grey divorces:
- Empty
Nest Syndrome: With
children grown and independent, some couples realize their relationship
revolved largely around parenting.
- Changing
Mindsets: As
people age, they become less concerned with societal judgments and more
focused on personal happiness.
- Shifting
Priorities: Life
goals, interests, and tolerance levels can evolve over time, leading to a
reassessment of the relationship.
- Desire
for Independence: Many
in this stage of life choose to embrace new opportunities for personal
growth and freedom.
Divorce, as these cases show, is not limited by age. It reflects the
evolving dynamics of relationships and the desire for fulfilment, no matter the
stage of life.