Musician AR Rahman with his wife Saira Banu. file | Photo courtesy: The Hindu

“Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman and wife Saira Banu are separating after 29 years of marriage,” his lawyer said on Tuesday (November 19, 2024).

In a statement on behalf of the couple, prominent divorce lawyer Vandana Shah said they decided to separate after “significant emotional stress in their relationship.”

“After many years of marriage, Saira and her husband AR Rahman have taken the difficult decision to separate from each other. This decision comes after significant emotional stress in their relationship,” their lawyer said.

The joint statement issued by Ms to the media read, “Despite their deep love for each other, the couple have found that stress and difficulties have created a great gulf between them, which neither party is able to bridge. Time doesn’t feel efficient.” .Shah.

Taking it to X, the music composer wrote, “We had hoped to reach Grand Thirty, but it seems all things have an unseen end. “Even the throne of God can tremble under the weight of broken hearts.”

Ms Bano first announced the separation in a statement, which was followed by a joint statement.

In the statement, Ms Banu and Mr Rehman said the decision to separate came from “pain and anguish”, and they requested “privacy and understanding from the public” as they go through this “difficult chapter” in their lives. .

Ms Banu and Mr Rehman, 57, tied the knot in 1995 and are the parents of three children – daughters Khatija, Rahima and son Ameen.

Amin wrote in his Instagram Stories, “We request everyone to respect our privacy during this time. Thank you for your understanding.”