After 29 years of marriage, Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have made the decision to divorce. After 29 years of marriage, AR Rahman and his wife announced their divorce in a joint statement released by Vandana Shah, Saira Banu’s attorney. The ex-couple, who had three children together, had kept their marriage low-key. According to the statement, the couple’s separation was caused by “significant emotional strain” because “despite their deep love for each other, the tensions and difficulties have created an insurmountable gap between them, one that neither party feels able to bridge at this time.”
AR Rahman Takes To Social Media
AR Rahman took to social media platform X (previously Twitter) to address the divorce . He referred to his separation as a “fragile chapter” in his life and asked for privacy during this time. Additionally, he thanked his well-wishers. His kids have also turned to social media to thank their well-wishers for their understanding and to ask for some privacy in this matter.
The post read, ““We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts. Yet, in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter.”
AR Rahman’s Mother Played Significant Role in His Marriage
Sources reveal that AR Rahman’s mother played a significant role in his marriage that took place in 1995. Rahman had apparently assigned the role of finding him a suitor to his mother, claiming that he was too preoccupied with his job to choose a suitable spouse for himself. Recent public appearances by the couple included their attendance at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding.
Public reaction
The couple’s separation has taken the public by surprise as they had always maintained a low profile. Fans were shocked as AR Rahman and Saira announced separation after 29 long years of their marriage. However, by using the hashtag #ARRSairabreakup in his post, Rahman brought criticism to his post. Netizens has called this decision as a betterment for their life.
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