4 min readNew DelhiJan 11, 2026 11:56 AM IST
First published on: Jan 11, 2026 at 11:56 AM IST
Bollywood actor Gulshan Devaiah recently gave a peek into his love life, which seemed straight out of a romantic film full of twists and turns. Devaiah admitted that after parting ways with wife Kallirroi Tziafetta in 2020 following eight years of marriage, the two reunited in 2024 and are now dating again. Speaking on SCREEN Spotlight, Gulshan reflected on the journey that brought them back together.
“I’m dating my ex-wife now. The reason that was possible was a lot of introspection, growth, and maturity, but a good amount of it came from talking to a trained professional in couples therapy. We try to do it as regularly as possible after we’ve gotten back together,” he said.
Dr Murali Krishna, psychiatrist and visiting consultant at Aster RV Hospital, explains that such reunions often come after “self-awareness, emotional maturity and a better understanding of past errors. Time apart can reduce emotional outbursts, make communication more balanced, and help set realistic expectations.”
Gulshan Devaiah parted ways with wife and fellow actor Kallirroi Tziafetta in 2020 after a marriage of eight years (Image: Facebook/Gulshan Devaiah)
Gulshan added that therapy and introspection helped him navigate the challenges of dating again. “Sometimes strategies are good to have, but not all the time. What works for me may not work for you. Your journey with your therapist is a personal one. I took an ADHD test. I do have anxiety, though I don’t take medication for that. It helps to have the knowledge because you understand the triggers.”
Why therapy helps
Dr Krishna notes that therapy is crucial in such cases. “Previous pain, mistrust, and unresolved feelings can resurface. Therapy provides a safe space to discuss reasons for the breakup, reflect on personal growth, and understand each other’s expectations. It also helps recognise unhealthy communication patterns and rebuild trust before recommitting.”
When asked whether they can objectively assess what went wrong the first time, Gulshan said, “Sure. It’s never one reason. Personally, I was going through a lot. I was working in a business that’s really uncertain… I needed single-minded focus and didn’t want to focus on other stuff. Sometimes, I thought, ‘I don’t want this person in the house. I love her, but can I be alone for some time?’”
Dr Krishna adds that clear communication and patience are key for a healthy restart. “Couples must discuss past issues openly, set healthy boundaries, and rebuild trust with consistency and transparency. Therapy can guide this process, ensuring that reuniting is a conscious, healthy choice rather than a response to fear, guilt, or familiarity.”
For Gulshan, the renewed relationship is grounded in honesty and effort. “Definitely. I really enjoyed being married, although I wasn’t successful at it. But I love the concept of marriage. I’m not the one who would say marriage is not for me.”
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to.
"I don’t want this person in the house. I love her, but can I be alone for some time,?" Devaiah on how he felt when the couple was on the verge of splitting (Images: Instagram Profiles) 
Gulshan Devaiah parted ways with wife and fellow actor Kallirroi Tziafetta in 2020 after a marriage of eight years (Image: Facebook/Gulshan Devaiah)
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