New Delhi: Renowned bassist Mohini Dey who is known for her work with AR Rahman, announced her separation from her husband, Mark Hartsuch. Her shocking announcement just hours after the legendary composer and his wife, Saira Banu, revealed their own split.
Mohini Dey, 29, and her composer husband Mark shared the news on their Instagram, stating that their separation was mutual. “With a heavy heart, Mark and I announce that we have separated,” they wrote. “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.”
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The post emphasised their desire for privacy during this sensitive time. “We would appreciate no judgments,” Mohini added, urging fans and friends to respect their decision and remain supportive. The couple’s decision to part ways after several years of marriage has come as a surprise to many, especially following Rahman and Saira’s announcement of their split after 29 years together.
Mohini Dey has played bass for AR Rahman in over 40 international shows and was part of Gaan Bangla’s Wind of Change and Coke Studio India. Her collaborations with music icons like Zakir Hussain, Sivamani, Willow Smith, and Steve Vai further solidify her place in the global music scene.
The Kolkata-born musician made waves last year with the release of her debut album, Mohini Dey, which showcased her talent beyond live performances. With over 523k followers on Instagram, she continues to share her music journey, giving fans a glimpse of her band performances and studio sessions on her IG feed.
Speaking about the music maestro, AR Rahman announced his divorce from his wife Saira Banu on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle and wrote, “We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts. Yet, in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter.”
The estranged couple tied the knot back in 1995 and have three kids: Khatija Rahman, Raheema Rahman and A. R. Ameen.
