Tue Nov 19 18:16:04 UTC 2024: ## A.R. Rahman’s Wife Saira Banu Announces Separation After 29 Years of Marriage
**CHENNAI, INDIA** – Renowned music composer A.R. Rahman’s wife, Saira Banu, has announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. The news, released today by Cineulagam, a leading Tamil cinema news source, has sent shockwaves through the industry and among fans worldwide.
In a statement, Saira Banu cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the separation, adding that the decision was made with immense pain and regret. While acknowledging deep affection between them, she explained that significant emotional strain and widening distance had made reconciliation impossible. The couple have two daughters and a son.
A.R. Rahman, a globally acclaimed composer known for his work in Indian cinema and beyond, has yet to publicly comment on the separation. The news comes as a significant surprise to fans who have long admired the couple’s seemingly strong relationship.
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