The Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman and Saira Banu have officially separated after being married for 29 years. Even though they asked for privacy during this difficult time, people started making up stories about their separation. Recently, Saira Banu talked about the rumors and shared a new statement.
On November 24, Saira released an audio message and asked people to stop making false claims about her husband, AR Rahman. She said she has been in Bombay for the last few months because of health problems.
Saira explained, “I’m currently in Bombay. I’ve been physically unwell for the last couple of months. That’s why I needed a break from AR. But I ask everyone, especially YouTubers and Tamil media, not to say bad things about him. He is a wonderful person, the best man in the world.”
She also talked about AR Rahman’s busy work schedule in Chennai and thanked him for supporting her. She addressed rumors about him being close to bassist Mohini Dey and said, “He is not involved with anyone. I trust him completely, and I love him so much. He does so much for me. So, please stop spreading lies about him, and may God bless.”
Saira mentioned that she will return to Chennai once her treatment is done. She asked everyone to stop hurting AR Rahman’s reputation and thanked them before finishing her message.
A day earlier, AR Rahman sent a legal notice to people spreading rumors about his personal life. He warned YouTubers, media outlets, and websites to stop speculating about his marriage.
On November 19, AR Rahman and Saira Banu officially separated. They got married in 1995 and have three children: Raheema, Ameen, and Khatija.