Mohini Dey, the bassist for renowned Indian musician AR Rahman, has announced her separation with composer Mark Hartsuch, hours after Rahman went public with the news of his divorce.
Rahman had on Tuesday announced separation with his wife, Saira Banu, after 28 years of marriage.
Saira’s lawyer, Vandana Shah, released a statement citing emotional strain and unbridgeable differences as reasons for the separation. The statement emphasised that despite their deep love for each other, the couple could not overcome the challenges in their relationship. Rahman and Saira, who got married in 1995, have three children – Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen.
Hours after the news was confirmed, Mohini and Hartsuch announced their separation, adding that it was a mutual decision and the two would continue to work together professionally.
“Mark and I have separated with mutual understanding. We remain great friends and will continue to work together. We kindly ask for your respect and understanding during this time,” Mohini said in a social media post.
Despite separation, both Mohini and Hartsuch assured fans that their professional work remained unaffected.
Mohini, who gained prominence through her performances with Rahman’s troupe, released her debut album in August 2023. The former couple has collaborated on several projects, including their joint music venture, MaMoGi.