Former Dancing with the Stars professional dancer Artem Chigvintsev is reportedly making desperate efforts to save his marriage with Nikki Garcia following his arrest for domestic battery. The 42-year-old dancer, who was recently released on bail after being booked into Napa County Jail on a felony charge, is determined to prove to Nikki that he can change for the better.

Sources have revealed that Artem is facing the "fight of his life" to win back his wife, especially now that he has been dropped from the upcoming season of Dancing with the Stars. The news of not being included in the show has left him frustrated and angry, as it has turned his personal and professional life upside down.

Nikki, on the other hand, has reportedly banned Artem from seeing their four-year-old son Matteo without supervision and is actively searching for a divorce lawyer. She has expressed her anger and disappointment towards Artem, stating that divorce seems to be the only option.

The couple currently has limited communication with each other, and Nikki insists on supervised visits if Artem is allowed to see their son. Trust has been broken, and she is determined to do what is best for herself and Matteo.

However, Nikki's twin sister Brie Garcia is said to want her sister to leave Artem permanently. Brie is reportedly disgusted, shocked, and disappointed by the news of Artem's arrest and believes that Nikki should have nothing to do with him. She is fully supportive of her sister and will advise her to leave him once all the details of the incident come to light.

According to insiders, Nikki and Artem's two-year marriage was filled with arguments, but his violent outburst has come as a shock to Nikki, her family, and friends. While their relationship had its share of troubles, it was thought to be limited to verbal disagreements, with no physical altercations.

TMZ reported that Nikki began seeking legal representation shortly after the alleged attack, indicating her intention to end the marriage. The couple first crossed paths in 2017 when they were paired up on Dancing with the Stars.

Artem, known for his high-profile relationships with fellow dancers Giselle Peacock and DWTS judge Carrie Ann Inaba, will now need to focus on clearing his name and proving to Nikki that he can change for the better if he hopes to salvage their once-promising marriage.

The situation remains tense and uncertain as Artem fights for a chance to rebuild the trust and connection with his wife, all while facing the consequences of his actions and the possibility of a divorce that Nikki is considering.