Tue Nov 19 17:32:35 UTC 2024: ## A.R. Rahman’s Wife Saira Banu Files for Divorce After 30 Years of Marriage
**Chennai, India** – Award-winning music composer A.R. Rahman and his wife Saira Banu are ending their nearly three-decade-long marriage, according to an official statement released by Saira Banu’s lawyer. The couple, married in March 1995, have three children together: Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen.
The statement confirmed that Saira Banu has made the difficult decision to separate from Rahman after considerable marital distress. While expressing deep love and affection for each other, the couple cited irreconcilable differences and ongoing tensions as reasons for their separation. Saira Banu reportedly emphasized the painful nature of this decision and requested privacy and understanding from the public as she navigates this challenging chapter in her life. The divorce is expected to be finalized in March of the following year, marking the end of their 30-year marriage.
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