Tue Nov 26 14:14:50 UTC 2024: ## AR Rahman’s Wife Addresses Separation Rumors, Pleads for Privacy
**MUMBAI, INDIA** – Saira Banu, wife of renowned music composer AR Rahman, has broken her silence on the couple’s separation, addressing swirling speculation surrounding the split announced on November 19th. In a voice note shared with the media, Banu clarified that her move to Mumbai is due to health reasons, prompting her to take a break from Rahman’s life in Chennai.
Banu vehemently denied rumors linking Rahman’s separation to that of his bassist, Mohini Dey, both announced on the same day. She described Rahman as “a gem of a person, the best man in the world,” emphasizing her continued love and trust in him. She appealed to the media, particularly YouTubers and Tamil media outlets, to cease spreading false allegations and grant the couple privacy.
Banu’s statement comes a day after Rahman’s legal team issued a strong warning to those spreading false and defamatory content about the separation. The legal notice demanded the immediate removal of such material, threatening legal action, including defamation suits, against those responsible.
The couple’s joint statement released on November 20th cited “significant emotional strain” as the reason for their separation after 29 years of marriage. They emphasized their deep love for each other but acknowledged an insurmountable gap that they are unable to bridge. They requested privacy as they navigate this difficult period. The couple has three children together.
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