"Grey" divorce is defined as a divorce of couples who opt to end their marriage at age 50 and, more or less, the same age. This is also known as "silver splitting." Earlier, particularly in India, marriage life used to be tolerated despite hardship in the relation because of the pressure from society. But nowadays, everything is different. They talk about feeling, fulfilling themselves, becoming financially independent, and gaining happiness in their lives. Grey divorce is a trend recently followed by several celebrities in India. For instance, the renowned music composer AR Rahman has ended his marriage to Saira Banu after almost three decades of togetherness. Similarly, former cricketer Virender Sehwag and wife Aarti, who were married in 2004 and have two sons, Aryavir and Vedant, are said to have separated. The couple has already unfollowed each other on Instagram, indicating a change within their personal lives. Sehwag often shares family and wife-related posts in his social media, but in the recent past, wife was missing from his photographs while celebrating Diwali. Though neither of the two has stated anything about them being separated officially. In the older days, society forced the couple to be together and divorces were something that everyone dreaded. Just uttering the word "divorce" was like carrying a weight on one's shoulders in India. But those times are gone. The concept of discussing divorce is becoming easy, and it is accepted that a great relationship does not have to last forever. Grey divorces even after decades of marriage are happening now. In a world where new terms for modern relationships seem to emerge every year, "grey divorce" has gained more attention, especially in light of the ongoing rumors about Sehwag and Aarti's separation after more than 20 years of marriage. The term has once again surged in popularity on search engines. Here are 10 key facts about their divorce:

1. Virender Sehwag is an Indian former cricketer known for his aggressive batting style. He was one of the most destructive openers in world cricket, with a fearless approach. Sehwag's ability to score quickly made him a match-winner in both Test and One-Day International formats. He became the second player after Brian Lara to score a triple century in Tests, scoring an incredible 319 runs against South Africa in 2008. Sehwag also holds the record for the highest score by an Indian in ODIs with 219 runs against West Indies in 2011. Post-retirement, Sehwag has become a cricket commentator and analyst, known for his candid views and humor.

2. Aarti Ahlawat is an Indian television actress. She has been a part of many daily soap serials; that is, Tera Yaar Hoon Mai and Bhakarwadi, through which people started noticing her performances. Apart from her natural acting, the way she could connect well with the audience made her a favorite among viewers. With the charming screen presence and versatile acting, she has managed to carve out her niche within the entertainment industry. Aarti is also active on social media. She shares her personal life, fashion choices, and career updates with her fans. Her commitment to her work, along with her engaging persona, has gained her a loyal fan following.

3. It has been reported that a decadal marriage between former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag and his wife, Aarti Ahlawat, has ended in separation. There are rife speculations concerning the relationship between the former cricketer couple after recent news pointed to the fact that they have unfollowed each other on Instagram and many feel that divorce is knocking at their door. This change in their social media activity has drawn attention from fans and the media, making the gossip about their personal lives even more intense. So far, neither Sehwag nor Aarti has spoken on the issue, leaving fans and the media to wait for official statements about the status of their marriage.

4. Virender Sehwag and Aarti Ahlawat have two children: a son, Aryaveer, born in 2007, and their younger son, Vedant, born in 2010. The couple has kept their family life quite private, but the children have occasionally been seen with them in public. Throughout their marriage, both Sehwag and Aarti managed to balance the professional careers that they were in with their personal life, raising children while remaining public figures. An integral part of Sehwag's personal life has been the family, so the news of the separation will inevitably leave fans guessing about the influence on their children.

5. The report of Hindustan Times claims that Virender Sehwag and Aarti Ahlawat, who were married in 2004, have reportedly been living separately for many months now. This comes as another new revelation regarding the status of the couple amid all growing gossiping regarding them since their recent social media posting has caught attention. Although the couple has not spoken out on the issue, the report indicates that their separation may have been in progress for some time, thus increasing rumors about their marriage. The news has left many fans surprised since the couple had previously appeared to have a strong and private relationship, raising questions about the future of their marriage.

6. Virender Sehwag's recent Diwali celebration post on social media further fueled the rumors of his separation from Aarti Ahlawat. The pictures shared by Sehwag featured his sons, Aryaveer and Vedant, along with his mother, but there was no mention or sign of Aarti in the photos. The void has generated even more gossip in regards to how they stand on their relationship and that there has not been any family celebration on such occasions especially in the light of Diwali. Both Sehwag nor Aarti has not said a word against such separation rumors and this silence at this very important occasion with regard to the presence of Aarti in Diwali post just fuelled such gossip over them more.

7. Virender Sehwag and Aarti Ahlawat started their love story in the early 2000s, and it was celebrated with a great wedding in 2004 at the residence of former Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. Their relationship is often described as the perfect couple, with Sehwag successfully juggling his hectic cricketing career with a fulfilling family life. Over the years, they were looked up to as a great pair, with Aarti being Sehwag's pillar of strength in all spheres of life. Lately, it has been noticed that the two are reportedly separating and Aarti is not spotted in recent posts of the family. Fans now think back and reflect on the relationship, once considered a perfect example of harmony.

8. Earlier times were more dependent on societal pressure, which made matters quite worse because the couple themselves could not break away from the expectations of others to make their marriages work. Divorce was tabu then, with condescending remarks or derogatory appellation such as the 'D' word in India, so to say. It was considered a failure, and many people and families stayed in unhappy relationships because of the fear of judgment. However, in recent years, this perception has started to change. This change in attitude is part of a larger cultural shift, where personal well-being and the freedom to make choices are taking precedence over outdated societal norms.

9. Another indication of the growing rumors surrounding their relationship is that Virender Sehwag and Aarti Ahlawat have also stopped following each other on Instagram. This has attracted much attention, as Sehwag used to post frequent family pictures and posts with his wife, indicating a close-knit relationship. His social media was full of moments of their family life, with Aarti often featuring in the photos with their children. Online chatter now fueled with the recent change in interactions and Aarti missing out of recent posts, marriage status only continues to grow more rumored. Fans now wonder whether this shift indicates deeper issues within the couple, especially since they had previously been so image-perfect and harmonious in the media.

10. The legal issues involved in a grey divorce can be quite complex because the couple separates after years of marriage. In a grey divorce, partners often have accumulated joint assets, shared investments, and financial interests over 20 to 30 years, which need to be divided during a separation. The longer the marriage, the more complex things can get in the process, as intertwined finances, properties, retirement funds, and other long-term investments between the couple have to be split. Other complications that may make the divorce processes more difficult to deal with involve marriage laws, alimony, and child custody cases. This process is not just emotionally challenging but also legally difficult, requiring sensitive negotiations and lawyers to ensure fairness in the settlement of the separation process.