Popular chef and TV personality Madhampatty Rangaraj, best known for his appearances on Cook With Comali, has married fashion designer Joy Criselda in a private temple ceremony. Only close friends and family attended the intimate wedding.
From celebrity chef to actor
Rangaraj is widely known in Tamil Nadu for catering to high-profile events, including those hosted by film stars and political leaders. He made his acting debut in director Raju Murugan’s brother Saravanan’s film Mehandi Circus, which received critical acclaim. Despite the film’s success, Rangaraj did not pursue further acting roles and shifted his focus back to the culinary world.
Following Venkatesh Bhat’s departure from Cook With Comali, Rangaraj stepped in as one of the show’s judges, boosting his popularity with a younger audience.
Relationship with Joy Criselda
Rangaraj was previously married to a woman named Shruthi, and the couple has two sons. Rumors of trouble in their marriage surfaced earlier this year when Joy Criselda posted a Valentine’s Day celebration photo with Rangaraj on Instagram and changed her name to “Joy Rangaraj.”
More recently, Joy announced her pregnancy, revealing she is six months along. This added to the buzz around their relationship and the timing of their marriage.
Divorce not yet finalized
Despite the new wedding, sources confirm that Rangaraj’s divorce from his first wife Shruthi is not yet legally complete. Shruthi still goes by the name “Shruthi Rangaraj” on her social media accounts.
Fans have been sending their wishes to Rangaraj for a happy second innings in life, but the legal and personal complexities have left many talking.
This second marriage marks a new chapter for Madhampatty Rangaraj, but also raises questions about the timeline and legality of his personal decisions.
