Roshan and Sussanne, who were childhood sweethearts, tied the knot in 2000 after a four-year relationship. The couple has two sons - Hrehaan, seven and Hridhaan, five.
"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," Hrithik, 39, said in a statement today.
There were reports that the couple's marriage was going through a rough phase when the 35-year-old interior designer had moved out of the Roshan residence and was staying with her parents Sanjay Khan and Zarine.
"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...
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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 added.
Hrithik and Sussanne have not made any public appearance for a while now and the latter was also missing from the actor's last release 'Krrish 3's' premiere.
Rumours of trouble in their paradise first originated when Hrithik was linked to his 'Kites' co-star and Mexican actress Barbara Mori in 2010.
His upcoming projects include 'Bang Bang' opposite Katrina Kaif and he will again team up with Kareena Kapoor for 'Shuddhi'.