On Tuesday evening, composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. Hours later, bassist Mohini Dey, who is part of Rahman's troupe, also announced split from her husband. In a joint Instagram post, Mohini and her composer husband, Mark Hartsuch, said they were ending their marriage.
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) Mohini Dey separates from husband The couple took to Instagram on Tuesday evening and shared a note that read: "With a heavy heart, Mark and I announce that we have separated. First, as a commitment to our friends and family, this is a mutual understanding between us. While we remain great friends, we both have decided that we want different things in life and separation through mutual agreement was the best way to proceed.
" Mohini added that she and Mark would continue collaborating on their projects despite their separation. "We will still be working on several projects together, including MaMoGi and Mohini Dey groups. We have always prided ourselves on working well together and that will not be stopping any time soon," the note read.
A post shared by Mohini Dey (@dey_bass) She requested that friends and fans support them and not judge them. "The big thing we want to wish is love to everyone out there in the world. We appreciate your support in all of the ways you have given it to us.
Please honor the decision we .