Jay Bhanushali & Mahhi Vij’s Heartwarming Love Story: Marriage to Separation

The adorable celebrity couple Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij concluded their 14-year long journey together on 4th January. Their beautiful relationship, mutual respect and support for each other have been deeply inspiring for fans throughout our country. In fact, the decisions that they made on important aspects like childcare or maintenance of privacy were widely discussed on social media, defining their partnership as ideal. However, most fans and well-wishers might be wondering what happened suddenly? Let’s explore the most awe-inspiring love story of Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij from the point of first-sight years ago to separation on 4th January this year. Keep reading.

2009 was the year in which one of the most marvellous moments in the lives of the two occurred. Their paths collided for the first time at a social gathering containing mutual friends. Jay Bhanushali was gaining huge fame as an actor and host at that time. During the function, Jay noticed a particular charming lady who was receiving attention from everyone. She was cute, elegant and spontaneous. As a result of a deep intuitive feeling, he went towards her and struck up a conversation. In fact, with his strong eloquence, he managed to gather her phone number as well.

It was later reported that when they were conversing, they didn’t realise hours passing by and each discussion felt like a breath of morning breeze. In the beginning, being a girl of little experience, Mahhi was cautious about entering a relationship that may attract the attention of multitudes. However, they started dating after a few days. The chemistry was perfect and after three mesmerising months of togetherness, Jay had a gut feeling that Mahhi was “the one.” Hence, he proposed her on 31 December, 2009, during a serene moment of intimacy. Since then, it has been smooth sailing forward and no turning back till 2026.


After spending some quality time together and after understanding each other very strongly, the couple decided to transform their togetherness to the next level through a secret, intimate marriage ceremony. A simple and precious event was organised on 11 November, 2011. In front of their parents and closest kith and kins, the couple formalised their relationship. This incident was totally kept out of media attention.

But, in 2014, they rekindled the ‘honeymoon phase’ of their intimacy through a luxurious celebration at Las Vegas. These events show the great balance that Jay and Mahhi created in their life between memorable private moments and grand presence in media spotlight.


Jay and Mahhi are fostering the children of their caretaker as their own offsprings. The partners received innumerable words of praises throughout social media for providing the children with a life of high quality education and wealth. This was in 2017. Then, on August 21, 2019, their biological daughter named Tara was born.

Indeed, their devotion, care and love to all the 3 children is delightful. It shows us that being a parent is a state of mind irrespective of having a blood relation. Parenthood derives from a soulful sense of love and empathy that is rooted in human nature. We can see the reflection of this truth in the marital journey of this adorable couple.

On January 4, this year, they provided a statement for fans confirming their official separation. On his Instagram handle, Jay wrote: "Today, we choose to part ways on a journey called life, yet we continue to have each other's back.” Nonetheless, they particularly stressed the fact that the decision was made with strong mutual trust, respect and love. They pointed out that no “villain” is involved in this chapter of their lives. They are also committed to maintaining an amicable friendship as the bright future and growth of the children is a top priority.

The love story of Jay and Mahhi characterises the beauty of true love and respect, even at the time of separation. We see numerous couples blaming each other and trying to find the “fault” in his or her respective partner, thereby providing long-lasting pain and trauma to children. The way this celebrated couple is managing a tough phase of their life is truly heartwarming.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is the first wife of Jay Bhanushali?
   Mahi Vij is the first wife of Jay Bhanushali. They got married in 2011.
2. How many kids does Mahhi Vij have?
   Mahhi Vij and Jay Bhanushali have 3 children. They are Khushi Ray, Rajveer Ray and Tara.
3. What is Jay Bhanushali's religion?
   Jay Bhanushali was born in a Gujarati Hindu family.