The Arjun Rampal-Mehr Jessia marriage has been struggling for a while. Earlier this month reports appeared that their differences had escalated to a point where Arjun had moved out of their house and was living separately. A few years ago, there was speculation that Arjun's growing closeness to Sussanne Khan had resulted in cracks appearing in their respective marriages. However, Arjun issued a statement and clarified that he was in no way responsible for Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan's relationship breaking up.

He had said, “I read in the news at the same time as you all about my involvement in this marriage. It saddens me deeply that rumours become inevitable during celebrities going through such times. Mehr and I wish them only peace and love through these times and support them as friends should and we wish them and their families well always.”

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Married for 20 years, they have now mutually agreed to go their separate ways. In their joint statement, Mehr and Arjun share that it has been a tough decision for them, but they are taking this step in the most dignified way possible.

Pointing out that “relationships can end but love lives on,” their official statement reads, “After a 20-year-long beautiful journey filled with love and beautiful memories, we would like to share, that all journeys have different paths. We feel that it is time for us to move on to different destinations henceforth.

We have always been solid when it has come to us, we will continue to be solid for each other and our loved ones, as we embark upon a new journey. Both of us being extremely private people feel strange to be making this statement, but such are the circumstances of our lives. Where the truth can get distorted and lost.

We are a family, our love for each other is forever intact and we shall always be there for one another and most importantly, for our children Mahikaa and Myra. We would, therefore, appreciate our privacy through this time. Thank all for their support. Relationships can end, but love lives on. We won’t be commenting on this any further.”