Rumours of Govinda and his wife's divorce are circulating in media; the couple is reportedly going separate ways after 37 years of marriage. While it's difficult to believe and the statement from the couple to confirm the rumour is still awaited, it's not a one-off case in the industry. The music maestro A.R. Rahman also announced his divorce from his wife after 29 years of being together. Over the years, several Indian celebrity couples have parted ways after more than a decade of marriage. Though their relationships ended, many of them have continued to co-parent their children and maintain a cordial relation with their ex-partners. Here’s a look at some of the most high-profile divorces in Bollywood and beyond, where love stories that once captivated millions came to an unexpected end. 

Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao – 15 Years of Marriage 

Bollywood's perfectionist, Aamir Khan, and filmmaker Kiran Rao announced their separation in 2022 after being married for 15 years. The couple got married in 2005 and also co-founded the Paani Foundation, a nonprofit organisation focused on water conservation. They have a son, Azad who they continue to co-parent after the divorce. The split was amicable, and both are always seen beside each other for important family events.

Arjun Rampal and Mehr Jesia – 20 Years of Marriage 

Arjun Rampal and Mehr Jesia, a former Miss India, were together for two decades before announcing their separation in 2018. They have two daughters and have maintained a respectful relationship while co-parenting their daughters. Their separation was seen as one of the most dignified and amicable splits in Bollywood.

Farhan Akhtar and Adhuna Bhabani – 16 Years of Marriage  

Farhan Akhtar was married to celebrity hairstylist Adhuna Bhabani for 16 years before they called it quits in 2017. The couple got married in 2000 and have two daughters. Their divorce was reportedly mutual, with both maintain mutual respect for each other. The actor has already moved on and is now married to Shibhani Dandekar.

Malaika Arora and Arbaaz Khan – 18 Years of Marriage 

Malaika Arora and Arbaaz Khan announced their divorce in 2017 after being together for 18 years. The couple tied the knot in 1998 have a son together. Despite their separation, they have maintained an amicable relationship, often coming together for their son’s milestones and family events. Arbaaz was seen being at Malaika's side when her father passed away in a tragic incident.

A.R. Rahman and Saira Banu – 29 Years of Marriage 

Music maestro A.R. Rahman shocked the industry when the couple announced their separation in November 2024 after nearly three decades of being together. The couple got married in 1995 and have three daughters. However, despite media scrutiny and intense speculations, the exact reasons for their split remain private.

Esha Deol and Bharat Takhtani - 11 Years of Marriage

There were rumours about the couple's separation before they announced their split in February 2024. The actor got married to the Takhtani, a businessman, in June 2012 and separated after nearly 12 years of marriage. They have two daughters who they continue to co-parent after separation.

Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur - 11 Years of Marriage

Bollywood's leading actress, Karisma Kapoor married the Delhi-based businessman, Sujay Kapur in 2003. The couple was together for almost 11 years before filling for a divorce in 2014 which was finalised in 2016. They have two children, a daughter and son, together. Kapoor moved to Mumbai with the kids after the divorce. 

Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh - 13 Years of Marriage

Said and Amrita got married in 1991 despite their 12 years of age gap which became quite a talking point about the couple. However, after two children and almost 13 years of togetherness, the couple called it quits in 2004. Unlike many, it wasn't a smooth divorce with quite a few ugly bits of the relationship making rounds in media.

Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan - 14 Years of Marriage

The two dates for four years before tying the knot in 2000 in an intimate wedding in Bangalore. The couple was married for almost 14 years before separating in 2014 mutually. They has two sons and have now moved on with their respective partners.