She married director and screenwriter M. Masthan, and after a successful run, she bid adieu to the arc lights. Today, the is defined not by red carpets, but by red hibiscus flowers in her garden.
: She was briefly married to producer Hari Pothan before marrying actor Sathaar in 1979. They have a son, Krish J. Sathaar , who also entered the film industry.
Now in her 60s, Jayabharathi has slowed down her acting pace, but she remains active in the entertainment industry. She occasionally appears in films and television shows, usually in character roles or cameos. Her recent notable appearances include the films " Padma" (2018) and "Vishnumaya" (2018).