Director Alappy Ashraf praised Daya Sujith for her mature decision in her mother Manju Pillai’s divorce case, stating her opinion was decisive in the separation.
Ashraf highlighted how Manju Pillai and her daughter Daya Sujith exemplify resilient womanhood, turning adverse circumstances into advantages through their independent spirits.
He shared these insights on his YouTube channel ‘Alappy Ashraf Kandumbolum Kethtum’, where he discussed the family’s life journey and the daughter’s role in the divorce decision.
Ashraf detailed Manju Pillai’s early career, noting she began acting during her school days as the niece of legendary comedian SP Pillai.
He revealed her first marriage to serial actor Mukundan Menon was short-lived, lasting only a brief period before they separated.
Later, Manju Pillai entered a relationship with Sujith Vasudev, a cameraman who worked on films like ‘Dhruvam’, ‘Lucifer’, and ‘Empuraan’.
Ashraf confirmed that Daya Sujith is the daughter of Manju Pillai and Sujith Vasudev, born from their union.
The director emphasized that Manju Pillai’s three-decade-long career in acting reflects her truthfulness and dedication to her craft.
He noted that the values instilled in her daughter, particularly her independent mindset, distinguish the family in the entertainment industry.
Ashraf pointed out that Daya Sujith navigates life without fear of cyber threats, forging her own path with confidence.
Regarding the divorce, he stated that Daya Sujith’s decision to support the separation was the most appropriate course of action given the circumstances.
He described Manju Pillai and Sujith Vasudev’s 23-year marriage as a happy and fulfilling relationship that ended amicably.
The couple separated as fine friends, with Ashraf affirming that the reasons for their split were entirely personal and devoid of any wrongdoing.
He clarified that no external factors or blame were involved, and both parties respected each other’s decisions throughout the process.
Ashraf quoted Daya Sujith as saying that continuing to live together without mutual understanding served no purpose, reinforcing her stance on the separation.
How long did Manju Pillai and Sujith Vasudev’s marriage last?
According to Alappy Ashraf, Manju Pillai and Sujith Vasudev were married for 23 years before their amicable separation.
What did Alappy Ashraf say about the reasons for Manju Pillai and Sujith Vasudev’s separation?
Ashraf stated that the reasons for their split were entirely personal, with no external factors or wrongdoing involved, and that they remained good friends after the divorce.