Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, and his wife, Anna Konidala, have announced their separation after 13 years of marriage. In a joint statement released late on Monday night, they explained that their decision was made with mutual understanding and respect. The couple will continue to share the responsibility of raising their two children together, a daughter named Polena Anjana Pawanova and a son named Mark Shankar Pawanovich. Despite ending their marriage, they have vowed to remain good friends and maintain their focus on their children's happiness and well-being. The couple has requested privacy as they navigate this personal change and expressed gratitude towards those who have supported them throughout their journey. This marks the end of Kalyan's third marriage, following previous unions with Nandini (1997-1999) and Renu Desai (2009-2012). The reasons for their decision and any potential divorce proceedings or arrangements concerning the children have not been disclosed.