Hrithik Roshan announced seperation form his wife Sussanne

Hrithik Roshan announced this evening that his wife Sussanne and him have decided to separate.

The official confirmation comes several months after rumours of the couple splitting started doing the rounds.

The official statement says: "Sussanne has decided to separate from me and end our 17-year relationship. This is a very trying time for the entire family and I request the media and the people to grant us our privacy at this time.

"I do not wish this news to disempower my fans and the people about the institution of marriage in any way. I am a firm believer in this institution and respect and honour it at the highest level...

"And once again I thank my fans for all the concern and prayers for my health, my treatment is going well and I should be able to resume my life in every way very soon. Thank you"

Hrithik and Suzanne married in 2000, after a long courtship. They have two young sons, Hrehaan, 7 and Hridhaan, 5.

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