Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have announced their divorce after 29 years of marriage.
AR Rahman and Saira Banu’s lawyers issued a statement on Tuesday, revealing that the couple, parents to son AR Ameen and daughters Khatija Rahman and Raheema Rahman, made this tough decision due to significant emotional strain.
Shortly after the announcement, AR Rahman shared his feelings on X (formerly Twitter), describing the emotional toll as “shattering” and the experience of bearing the “weight of broken hearts” as overwhelming.
“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…
— A.R.Rahman (@arrahman) November 19, 2024His 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. #arrsairaabreakup.”
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The statement from Vandana Shah and Associates highlighted that despite their deep love, the couple faced tensions and difficulties that created a gap too wide to bridge at this time. Rahman and Banu request privacy and understanding from the public as they navigate this challenging period.
