Daijiworld Media Network – Mumbai

Mumbai, Nov 4: Singer Kanika Kapoor, known for popular songs such as ‘Baby Doll’ and ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’, has announced her separation from husband Gautam Hathiramani after four years of marriage.

The singer shared the news through an emotional note on her Instagram Story on Tuesday night, November 3, requesting privacy as they move forward separately.

In her statement, Kanika said the decision was taken after considerable thought and consideration. She expressed gratitude for the time they spent together and wished Gautam well for the future.

“Dear friends and family, after much thought and consideration, my husband and I are going our separate ways. I am grateful for the time we shared and wish him well for the future. I sincerely ask for kindness and respect for our privacy as we move forward,” she wrote.

The singer has not disclosed the reason behind their separation. It is also unclear whether the couple has initiated divorce proceedings.

Kanika married businessman Gautam Hathiramani in London in May 2022. Their wedding photographs and videos had attracted considerable attention on social media.

This was Kanika's second marriage. She was earlier married to Raj Chandok in 1999. The couple separated in 2012 and have three children together.

Kanika rose to nationwide fame with the hit song ‘Baby Doll’ from the 2014 film ‘Ragini MMS 2’, featuring Sunny Leone. She has also lent her voice to several popular Bollywood tracks, including ‘Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan’ from ‘Roy’, ‘Lovely’ from ‘Happy New Year’, ‘Desi Look’ from ‘Ek Paheli Leela’, ‘Tukur Tukur’ from ‘Dilwale’ and ‘Da Da Dasse’ from ‘Udta Punjab’.