When Tamil superstar Suriya and Jyotika chose to move out of Rs 200 crore Chennai bungalow to live in a 1,700 sq ft Mumbai home

Actor Suriya and Jyotika recently renewed their wedding vows as they celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary with their children, family and close friends. One of the most-loved couples in the Tamil film industry, the two marked the milestone with an intimate celebration, which Jyotika fondly described as “the sequel” — a reflection of their two decades of love, friendship and togetherness.

Recently, the Tamil superstar opened up about his family’s life in Mumbai and revealed why he enjoys staying in the city. The actor and his wife, Jyotika, moved to Mumbai with their children, Diya and Dev, during the pandemic. The move was partly to keep Jyotika closer to her parents, who live in Mumbai, while also supporting her return to work in Bollywood.

Why did Suriya and Jyotika move out of Chennai?

During a promotional interview with anchor Suma, Suriya spoke about how much he enjoys living in the family’s Mumbai home. He revealed that the smaller house gives him more comfort than the luxurious bungalow they had in Chennai.

Suriya loves his cosy 1,700 sq ft Mumbai home

Suriya explained why he feels comfortable in the family’s 1,700 sq ft Mumbai home, describing it as a cosy space where everything is within easy reach.

He said, “Mumbai is almost like a holiday for me. I work here (Chennai), then I go for a holiday there. It’s a smaller house. We stay in a 1700 sq ft house. So, two steps bedroom, two steps living room, two steps kitchen, two steps dining area. It’s a nice, cosy house, which gives us a lot of comfort.”

The actor also said that the home is filled with memories, warmth and love. Suriya added, “A lot of memories, a lot of warmth. It’s a lot of love everywhere. I can immediately call Diya or Dev; there’s just one step away. Not many people know what we do there, so it’s nice.”

Suriya says Jyotika’s parents were a priority

Suriya also opened up about the decision to move to Mumbai, saying that being closer to Jyotika’s parents was one of the main priorities.

He said, “She has not gone to Russia or Japan. She has gone to her own…her mother’s place. The main priority was, of course, for her parents. But also, work is happening there simultaneously.”

Suriya and Jyotika married on September 11, 2006, in Chennai after being in a relationship for several years. They welcomed their daughter, Diya, in 2007 and their son, Dev, in 2010.

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Suriya and Jyotika renew their wedding vows

Suriya and Jyotika also marked their 20th wedding anniversary with a sundowner celebration on a yacht. Jyotika shared several pictures and videos from the special occasion on social media, offering fans a glimpse into the intimate festivities.

The couple’s children, Diya and Dev, along with Suriya’s brother Karthi, family members and close friends, were among those seen celebrating with them.

On Wednesday, Jyotika shared more moments from the anniversary celebration. The pictures showed the couple sharing kisses, looking at each other and enjoying the special occasion surrounded by their loved ones.

“Just sharing some moments from our special day with family and friends,” Jyotika wrote.

She also revealed that the entire event was planned by New York-based Tartan Weddings and organised within three months. “Three months of work, poured in with so much heart. To everyone who made this possible! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts,” she added.

Suriya gets emotional seeing Jyotika

Earlier on Tuesday evening, Jyotika shared a video from their vow renewal ceremony. The video showed Suriya getting emotional as he caught his first glimpse of Jyotika dressed in white.

The intimate moment captured the emotions of the milestone celebration as the couple renewed their vows after 20 years of marriage.

Jyotika shares her vows to Suriya

Jyotika also shared the heartfelt vows she made to Suriya as they celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. One part of her message centred on their children and their journey together as a family.

“I vow to be the best mother — not because I cook, or clean, or help, but because I smile, a smile that makes my children want to relive the story their appa amma lived. I vow, my Suriya, to always remain that imperfect wife, who fights, and then makes up, only to grow a little more closer to you each time,” she wrote.

She also reflected on the friendship and bond they have shared throughout their marriage, making the anniversary celebration a tribute not only to their relationship as a couple but also to the life they have built together as a family.