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AR Rahman and Saira Banu Announce Separation After 29 Years of Marriage

Music Maestro AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. The couple cited emotional strain as the reason for their decision.

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Maestro AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. Citing emotional strain, the couple released a statement emphasizing the difficult decision and requesting privacy. Their children echoed the sentiment, while social media reactions were divided over a hashtag used by AR Rahman.

RAHMAN AND SAIRA BANU PART WAYS
Legendary composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have announced their separation after nearly three decades of marriage. The news, which came as a shock to fans, has left many heartbroken. The couple, who married in 1995 through an arranged marriage, have three children together: Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen.

A DIFFICULT DECISION MARKED BY EMOTIONAL STRAIN
Saira Banu’s lawyer, Vandana Shah, released a statement on behalf of the couple, citing “significant emotional strain” as the reason for their separation. Despite their deep love for each other, the statement reveals that tensions and difficulties had created an insurmountable gap, leading them to make this painful decision. Both AR Rahman and Saira Banu requested privacy and understanding from the public as they navigate this challenging time.

CHILDREN SEEK PRIVACY AMIDST FAMILY UPHEAVAL
Following the announcement, AR Rahman’s son Ameen took to Instagram to request privacy for the family. His message echoed the sentiment expressed in the official statement, highlighting the delicate nature of the situation.

SOCIAL MEDIA DIVIDED OVER RAHMAN’S HASHTAG
While many fans offered their condolences and support to the couple, AR Rahman’s choice of hashtag in his social media announcement sparked controversy. He used #arrsairabreakup, which some found insensitive and attention-grabbing, given the seriousness of the situation. Others defended him, suggesting his lack of social media savvy might have led to the unusual choice.

A CHAPTER CLOSES, LEAVING QUESTIONS UNANSWERED
The reasons behind AR Rahman and Saira Banu’s separation remain undisclosed. Their decision to end their marriage marks the conclusion of a long-standing union in the Indian entertainment industry. While fans grapple with the news, the focus remains on respecting the family’s privacy as they navigate this difficult chapter in their lives

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