Jayam Ravi Divorce: Who Is Rumoured 'Homewrecker' Kenishaa Francis?

Jayam Ravi Divorce: The PS2 actor's separation news with Aarti quickly snowballed into a controversy. On September 9, Jayam Ravi revealed on social media that he and his wife Aarti are separating after 15 years of marriage. This news shocked his fans, leading to huge speculation about the reasons for the split. Initially, rumours suggested that his mother-in-law and film producer, Sujatha Vijayakumar, might be the reason for their split. Recently, contradictory rumours swirled, alleging Jayam Ravi’s affair with Bengaluru-based singer Kenishaa Francis was the reason behind the former's divorce, though nothing has been confirmed.

Did Kenishaa Francis play a role in Jayam Ravi And Aarti's separation?

As per the rumours, tensions reportedly began to surface following a series of incidents related to Jayam Ravi's period trips to Goa , especially after the couple’s wedding anniversary passed without the usual celebrations. According to Nakheeran, Jayam Ravi and Kenishaa Francis were fined by traffic police in Goa for overspending in June in the same car which the singer used.

The usage of the same car by the duo indirectly hinted at their relationship, as rumours suggest. Some reports also claim that Jayam Ravi bought a bungalow in Goa , allegedly with Kenishaa Francis. This has sparked huge buzz among fans eager to know about Jayam Ravi’s alleged girlfriend.

Who is Kenishaa Francis?

Kenishaa Francis, who is currently headlining everyone’s gossip list due to her alleged relationship with Jayam Ravi, is originally from Bengaluru. Kenishaa first gained widespread attention as a finalist on The Stage, India’s first English singing reality show aired on Colors Infinity in 2015, which helped launch her career as a vocalist in India. Later, she was acquired by the South music label Pulse Craft. She became famous in the South for producing solos and live performances.

Kenishaa Francis is hailed for her versatility to sing in multiple languages, including English, Tamil, and Hindi. Her music blends genres such as Afro-Cuban, R&B, Pop, and Gospel, and she has collaborated with many popular artists and celebrities like Benny Dayal, Jiva, Sobhita Dhulipala and more. In an old interview, she revealed that she is also a licensed psychologist and a Latin dancer.

With 94k followers on Instagram, Kenishaa Francis is often spotted hanging with South celebrities and singers, hinting that she shares good relationships within the industry. 

She made her Hindi music debut with the single Blue Naina, produced by Zee Music, further boosting her profile in Bollywood. Her frequent posts, including some featuring Jayam Ravi, have sparked interest online.