Kamal Haasan's marriage with Vani Ganapathy ended in divorce in 1988. Years later, Kamal claimed alimony nearly bankrupted him, a statement Vani disputed. She clarified her success came from hard work, not alimony. Vani also remarked on Kamal's charm and ego. Following Vani, Kamal had relationships with Sarika and Gauthami, both of which eventually ended.