In a strongly worded response to media reports interpreting her Instagram stories as “cryptic” messages about her personal life, Mahhi shared a photograph with Jay on Monday afternoon. Alongside the image, she criticised what she described as sensationalised coverage, writing that her posts were not aimed at anyone and urging the media to “stop making it dirty.”
The actress expressed frustration over the narratives being built around her social media activity, saying that her personal reflections were being misrepresented for clicks and engagement. In another post, she mocked the trend of labelling every reflective message as indirect commentary on relationships, suggesting that such interpretations reflected more on the state of digital journalism than on her intentions.
Mahhi’s comments came days after she had posted two reflective messages on Instagram, one about maintaining kindness and positive energy, and another about disappointment arising from unequal expectations in relationships. These posts quickly triggered speculation that they were linked to her separation, prompting widespread online discussion.
Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij jointly announced their separation on January 4 through a shared statement on social media. In the post, they said they had chosen “different paths” but would continue to support each other, emphasising that there was “no villain” in their story. They stressed that peace, understanding, and mutual respect guided their decision, and requested privacy and kindness from the public.
The couple also underlined their shared commitment to co-parenting their children. Jay and Mahhi are parents to daughter Tara, born in 2019, and had earlier adopted Rajveer and Khushi in 2017. In their statement, they said they would remain good parents and friends, prioritising their children’s well-being above all else.
Married in 2011, Jay and Mahhi often spoke publicly about their relationship and family, making their separation a subject of intense public interest. However, Mahhi’s latest response signals a clear attempt to draw boundaries between her personal expression and public interpretation.
While neither Jay nor Mahhi has indicated plans to discuss the separation further, Mahhi’s message reflects growing pushback by public figures against speculative reporting on private matters. The episode highlights the challenges celebrities face in navigating personal transitions under constant public and media scrutiny.
