Wed Nov 20 02:54:29 UTC 2024: ## Music Maestro A.R. Rahman’s Wife, Saira Banu, Announces Separation
**CHENNAI, INDIA** – In a shocking announcement that has sent ripples through the Indian music industry, Saira Banu, wife of renowned composer A.R. Rahman, has announced their separation. The announcement, made through her lawyer, cites irreconcilable differences as the reason for the split after a marriage spanning several decades.
The couple, married on January 6, 1995, were often seen together at public events and were considered a strong and admired pair. They have three children: two sons, Khadija and Raheema, and a daughter, Ameen.
Saira Banu’s statement expressed the difficult decision to separate after years of marriage, acknowledging a deep affection but citing insurmountable pressures and hardships that have created an irreparable rift. She emphasized the inability to bridge these differences and requested respect for her privacy during this emotional time.
The news has understandably left fans of A.R. Rahman devastated, with many expressing shock and sadness on social media. Further details regarding the separation have not yet been released.
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