The case became a landmark legal battle when Sridhar challenged the petition, arguing that because they married in the U.S. and he was a U.S. citizen, Indian courts lacked jurisdiction.
Since her divorce, Sukanya has maintained a low-profile personal life. In recent interviews, she has stated that she has , focusing instead on her artistic pursuits and her sister's child, whom she considers her own. Romantic Storylines and On-Screen Chemistry
Upon her return to the industry, the landscape had changed. The leading roles were now going to a new generation of heroines. Undeterred, Sukanya seamlessly transitioned into playing mature character roles. Her portrayal of Amirthavalli, the aged wife of an aging vigilante (Kamal Haasan) in the blockbuster Indian (1996), is perhaps the best example of this shift. Her ability to portray this elderly character with grace and gravitas at such a young age was a testament to her skill. This role was a turning point, leading to a steady stream of supporting roles as mothers and older sisters in films like Sillunu Oru Kaadhal (2006) and Srimanthudu (2015).