Music composer A.R. Rahman with his wife Saira Banu. File
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“Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman and wife Saira Banu are separating after 29 years of marriage,” their lawyer said on Tuesday (November 19, 2024).
In a statement on behalf of the couple, prominent divorce lawyer Vandana Shah said they took the decision to separate after “significant emotional strain in their relationship”.
“After many years of marriage, Saira and her husband, A.R. Rahman, have made the difficult decision to separate from each other. This decision comes after significant emotional strain in their relationship,” their lawyer added.
“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,” read the joint statement, issued to the media by Ms. Shah.
Ms. Banu and Mr. Rahman (57) tied the knot in 1995 and are parents to three children — daughters Khatija, Raheema, and son Ameen.
In his Instagram Stories, Ameen wrote, “We kindly request everyone to respect our privacy during this time. Thank you for your understanding.”
In the statement, Ms. Banu and Mr. Rahman said the decision to separate comes out of “pain and agony”, and requested “privacy and understanding from the public” as they navigate this “difficult chapter” in their life.
Ms. Banu first announced the separation in a statement, which was followed by a joint statement. Mr. Rahman is yet to publicly comment on the news.
Published – November 19, 2024 11:41 pm IST
