New Delhi, Sept. 1 -- Rapper Badshah and Punjabi actor Isha Rikhi have confirmed their separation, five months after reports of their marriage first emerged. The couple addressed the speculation surrounding their relationship on August 31 through identical statements posted on their respective Instagram Stories.

In the statements, Badshah and Isha Rikhi said they had mutually decided to go their separate ways and appealed to the public to respect their privacy.

The couple said the decision to end their marriage was mutual and made with respect for each other.

"I and Isha Rikhi have mutually decided to part ways and move forward on our separate paths. This decision has been made with mutual respect, and we request everyone to kindly res...