Jayam Ravi Ugly Divorce: Death Threats, Court Order

Jayam Ravi and Aarti’s divorce has become a public spectacle and singer and therapist Kenishaa Francis, Ravi’s current partner is taking the brunt of the online abuse.

As their 15 year marriage crumbles in the public eye, Kenishaa is getting death threats for her alleged role in the breakdown of the marriage.

She’s daring her accusers to take legal action if they think she’s responsible for the split.

The online hate is a trend – women linked to high profile divorces are always the scapegoats, no matter what the evidence.

Kenishaa has repeatedly said her relationship with Ravi started as a professional engagement and she was providing emotional support to him during his troubled marriage and has challenged the narrative that she “broke” the marriage.

Aarti’s hints of a “third person” has only added to the speculation, despite neither of them naming Kenishaa directly.

The court’s recent order to Ravi and Aarti not to make public statements is a welcome move to shift the focus back to legal process rather than trial by social media.

This episode shows the dangers of digital mob justice and the emotional toll it takes on those caught in its crossfire.

Till the courts deliver a verdict, let’s remember that assumptions and online abuse serves no one – least of all the truth or the people involved.