On November 19, composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. Meanwhile, Rahman’s bassist Mohini Dey revealed her separation from her husband Mark Hartsch while sharing the news on Instagram. The couple stressed their mutual decision and requested privacy, asking that no decisions be made during this time.
Mohini and her husband, musician Mark Hartsch, shared the news of their separation in an Instagram post. The couple expressed that their decision was mutual, emphasizing that despite their separation, they remain good friends. They explained that they both wanted different paths in life and felt that a respectful separation was the best option to move forward.
AR Rahman’s Basit further shared that despite the separation, he and Mark will continue to collaborate on various projects including the groups MaMoGi and Mohini Dey. He expressed pride in their professional bond and assured that their creative partnership will remain strong and ongoing.
He also asked friends and fans to support him and respect his decision, while urging positivity and privacy during this time. Mohini Dey said, “We appreciate the way you have supported us. Please respect the decision we have made at this time by being positive and respecting our privacy. We will not appreciate any decision.
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On the professional front, 29-year-old Mohini is a talented bassist from Kolkata, known for her work in Gaan Bangla’s Wind of Change. He has shared the stage with AR Rahman in over 40 global performances and launched his debut album in August 2023.
Meanwhile, on the evening of November 19, AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu publicly announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. The couple, who tied the knot in 1995 and have three children, shared their decision through a heartfelt message on social media. Saira told that this option was chosen due to emotional tension in their relationship.
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Recalling that difficult moment, Rahman expressed deep grief on Twitter just after midnight. He mentioned that although he had hoped to reach his 30th anniversary, all things have an inevitable end. In his post, he acknowledged the emotional weight of their separation, comparing it to the fragility of life. She also thanked friends and supporters for respecting her privacy during this challenging time.
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