TV actors Divya Sreedhar and Kris Venugopal, who got married recently, have become the latest victims of cyber trolls who abused them for their “apparent” age difference. However, Divya, who revealed that she and Kris have a nine-year age gap, said it was impossible to silence the critics.
“I wanted everyone to know about our marriage. But the response of the people was not positive. Is it a crime to get married? Some of us opt for second marriage because of certain problems in our personal life. How is that a terrible thing? They probably make such remarks because their lives are not great,” said Divya.

The actor admitted that he had expected some negative comments but was surprised by the cyber abuse. “I didn’t get married just for sex. I want my children to be safe; they need a father. Besides, I needed a husband and an identity. Sex is just a part of life. News claims that a 60-year-old man married a 40-year-old woman. But, he is 49 and I am 40. I was born in 1984, while he was born in 1975,” said Divya. Divya wondered why people should be bothered even if she decides to marry a man in his 50s or 60s.

They got married at Guruvayur with family and close friends present. Kris has played interesting roles in many television serials, while Divya has often played negative characters. This is her second marriage.
Divya, meanwhile, opened up about their love story and why she decided to get married a second time. She met Kris during a difficult time after the divorce. “I asked him if he could take a course that would motivate me in life. We gained confidence when we started talking more,” said Divya.

Kris worked as a radio jockey before gaining fame playing a grandfather in the serial ‘Patharamattu’. He also worked as a voice artist for television commercials. Kris, who holds a PhD and an LLB degree, is an experienced media and radio professional.
Kris is also a motivational speaker, writer, voice coach and hypnotherapist. The actor completed a master’s degree in psychology and digital film courses. Kris’ long beard and gray hair caused people to misunderstand his age.