Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij Divorce: Who Is Nadim Nadz and Why He’s Being Blamed

Television stars Jay Bhanushali and Mahhi Vij recently announced their separation after 16 years of marriage, leaving fans across India stunned. Following the news, one name that quickly began trending on social media was Nadim Nadz, sparking widespread speculation and unfounded rumours about his involvement in the couple’s split.

The buzz began after Mahhi shared a picture with Nadim on her social media, which led to baseless linking-up rumours. Several reports and online users unfairly associated Nadim with Jay and Mahhi’s divorce, blaming him without any evidence.

So, who is Nadim Nadz? Nadim, often described by Mahhi as her “best friend,” is also one of Bollywood superstar Salman Khan’s closest companions. He is the founder and managing partner of SK TV, Salman Khan’s television production company, overseeing many of the actor’s TV and digital projects, including popular shows like The Kapil Sharma Show. Salman has frequently praised Nadim, calling him a brother and highlighting their long-standing friendship.

Mahhi Vij’s birthday post for Nadim further fueled speculation. Sharing a photo of her feeding him cake, she wrote: “Yes, we get angry sometimes. Yes, we fight. Yes, sometimes we don’t talk for days. But no matter how far the silence goes, it always ends at the same place, us. Because deep down, we both know that Nadim and Mahhi are one. Our souls are connected in a way words can never fully explain.” She added, “Happy Birthday to the one I chose, not by chance, but by heart. To the one who listens to me even when I don’t say a word, to the one who stands by me not because he has to, but because he wants to, you are my family, my safe place, my forever.”

Actress Ankita Lokhande stepped in to defend Mahhi and Nadim, clarifying that Nadim has always been a father figure to Mahhi, Jay, and their daughter Tara, shutting down all rumours. Jay Bhanushali also reshared Ankita’s statement on Instagram, agreeing with her and thanking her for speaking up.

Jay and Mahhi first met at a club and married in 2010. Over the years, they became foster parents to Rajveer and Khushi and welcomed their daughter Tara via IVF in 2019. The couple officially announced their divorce on January 4, 2026, stating: “Today, we choose to part ways on a journey called life, yet we continue to have each other’s back. Peace, growth, kindness and humanity have always been our guiding values. For the sake of our children -Tara, Khushi, Ranjveer, we commit to being the best parents, the best friends, and whatever else it takes to do what is right for them.”