Rahul Deshpande, the Marathi singer who won a National Award, announced that he and his wife, Neha, are divorcing after 17 years of marriage.

The singer disclosed in his post that they still co-parent their daughter Renuka and that their legal separation was finalised in 2024.

Rahul announced his divorce from his wife on Instagram on Tuesday.

He clarified that the reason for the postponement of the announcement was that he needed time to handle it in private.

He wrote, “Dear friends, each of you has been a meaningful part of my journey in your own way, and that’s why I want to share a personal and important update with you. I have already shared this news with some of you. After 17 years of marriage and countless cherished memories, Neha and I have mutually parted ways and continue our lives independently. Our legal separation was amicably finalised in September 2024.”

He added, “I chose to take some time before sharing this update to process the transition privately and to ensure that everything was thoughtfully managed, especially with the best interests of our daughter, Renuka, at heart. She remains my highest priority, and I am committed to co-parenting her with Neha, with unwavering love, support, and stability.”

Rahul also urged fans for privacy, writing, “While this marks a new chapter for us as individuals, our bond as parents and the respect we hold for each other remain strong. I truly appreciate your understanding and respect for our privacy and decision during this time. With love and gratitude, Rahul.”