Actress Esha Deol and her husband Bharat Takhtani have officially confirmed their separation after being married for 11 years. The couple, parents to daughters Radhya, 6, and Miraya, issued a joint statement emphasizing the amicable nature of their decision and the paramount importance of their children’s welfare.
The news comes as a surprise to many, as Esha and Bharat had tied the knot in 2012 in a modest ceremony at the ISKCON temple in Mumbai, attended by close friends and family members.
Esha Deol and Bharat Urge Respect to Privacy
In their joint statement, Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani expressed, “We have mutually and amicably decided to part ways. Through this shift in our lives, the best interests and welfare of our two children is and will be of utmost importance to us. We’d appreciate our privacy is respected.”
Esha Deol, daughter of Bollywood legends Dharmendra and Hema Malini, has been a prominent figure in the industry herself. The couple welcomed their first child, Radhya, in 2017, followed by Miraya in 2019.
Speculations about their separation had been circulating since Bharat’s absence from Hema Malini’s 75th birthday celebration in October 2023. Further fueling the rumors, a Reddit user recently claimed to have spotted Bharat with his girlfriend at a New Year party in Bangalore.
Despite the end of their marital journey, Esha had previously expressed gratitude towards Bharat on their 11th wedding anniversary through a heartfelt post on her Instagram handle, indicating a cordial relationship between the two.
As the news reverberates across Bollywood circles, fans and well-wishers extend their support to Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani during this transitional phase of their lives.
Amidst the whirlwind of change, the couple remains steadfast in their commitment to co-parenting and ensuring the happiness and stability of their beloved daughters, Radhya and Miraya.