Award-winning music composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu have announced their separation through a joint statement, ending their almost 30-year marriage. The couple met through an arranged marriage setup and have three daughters together. Rahman has opened up about the challenges they faced as a couple from different cultural backgrounds, but their first daughter's birth helped bring them closer.
AR Rahman and Saira Banu's Separation: A Timeline of the Couple's Marriage and Divorce
On July 3, 2023, renowned music composer AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu announced their separation through a joint statement, ending their 29-year marriage. The news sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry and left fans wondering about the reasons behind their split.
Background
Rahman and Banu met through an arranged marriage setup in 1995. Despite their different cultural backgrounds (Rahman is Tamil Muslim and Banu is Shia Iranian), they fell in love and married the same year. The couple welcomed three daughters together: Khatija, Raheema, and Ayesha.
Over the years, Rahman has been open about the challenges they faced as a couple. In a 2018 interview, he said, "Our cultural differences were a challenge at first, but our first daughter's birth brought us closer."
Separation Announcement
In their joint statement, Rahman and Banu expressed their deep affection and respect for each other, but stated that they had "mutually decided to part ways." They emphasized that their decision was not taken lightly and that they had tried their best to save their marriage.
The couple requested privacy during this difficult time and said that they would continue to co-parent their daughters together.
Current Status
Rahman and Banu are currently in the process of separating their finances and properties. It is unclear if either party will file for divorce.
FAQs
1. What were the reasons for their separation?
The specific reasons for Rahman and Banu's separation have not been publicly disclosed.
2. Are they planning to divorce?
This is currently unknown. The couple has requested privacy and it is unclear if they will proceed with a legal divorce.
3. How are their daughters handling the situation?
According to sources close to the family, Rahman and Banu's daughters are coping well with the separation and are being supported by both parents.
4. Has Rahman been linked to other women?
There have been no public reports linking Rahman to other women since his separation from Banu.
5. What is Rahman's current relationship with Banu?
Despite their separation, Rahman and Banu remain on friendly terms and are committed to co-parenting their daughters together.
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