AR Rahman and Saira Banu announce their separation after 29 years

• Music maestro AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have decided to separate after 29 years of marriage.
• Saira’s lawyer, Vandana Shah, announced the separation due to significant emotional strain in their relationship.
• The couple’s deep love for each other was cited as a potential reason for their separation.

In a surprising turn of events, music maestro AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have decided to separate after 29 years of marriage. The announcement has shocked fans and well-wishers, as the couple consistently appeared supportive of each other in public.

Saira’s lawyer, Vandana Shah, announced their separation in an official statement: “Mrs. Saira has decided to separate from her husband, Mr. AR Rahman, after many years of marriage. She made this difficult choice due to significant emotional strain in their relationship,” the statement revealed.

The lawyer further cited differences between the couple as a potential reason for their separation, and the statement further mentioned, “Despite their deep love for each other, the couple has found that the tensions and difficulties have created an insurmountable gap between them, one that neither party feels able to bridge at this time. Mrs. Saira emphasized that she had taken this decision out of pain and agony. Mrs Saira requests privacy and understanding from the public during this challenging time as she navigates this difficult chapter in her life.”

Oscar-winning Indian music composer AR Rahman arranged his marriage with Saira, and the couple tied the knot in 1995. They kept their personal life private, but AR Rahman frequently shared posts on Instagram, admiring his wife with heartfelt pictures of them together.

Saira has always actively supported her husband in his career and appeared beside him at important events. She is also known for her social and philanthropic efforts. The couple has three children—Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen. Given their distance from the media spotlight, this news is unexpected.

AR Rahman is one of India’s most admired music composers and singers, renowned for creating chart-topping songs across multiple genres and languages. He recently worked on the soundtrack for Dhanush’s second directorial venture, “Raayan”.

Meanwhile, he is working on several upcoming projects, including Vicky Kaushal’s “Chhaava”, “Thug Life”, and “Gandhi Talks”, among others.

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