After reports emerged claiming that Oscar-winning music composer AR Rahman would be taking a one-year break following his separation from his wife, Saira Banu, their son, AR Ameen, has addressed these rumours.
AR Rahman's son Ameen reacts to fake news around his father
Ameen clarified on Instagram that Rahman is not taking a break and dismissed the news as "baseless." He shared a screenshot of the article and wrote, "This is false," putting an end to the speculation about his father's sabbatical.
AR Rahman and Saira Banu's separation
In November, AR Rahman surprised fans with the announcement of his separation from Saira Banu after 29 years of marriage. The couple, who married on March 12, 1995, would have celebrated their 30th anniversary next year. Shortly after the announcement, their children, Khatija Rahman, Raheema Rahman, and AR Ameen, expressed their desire for privacy regarding the situation.
Khatija and Raheema posted on Instagram Stories, stating, "I would greatly appreciate it if this matter could be treated with the utmost privacy and respect. Thank you for your consideration." AR Ameen also shared a message on his Instagram Stories, asking, "We kindly respect everyone to respect our privacy during this time. Thank you for your understanding."
A few hours later, AR Rahman took to X (formerly Twitter) to reflect on the separation, writing, "We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end. Even the throne of God might tremble at the weight of broken hearts. Yet, in this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again. To our friends, thank you for your kindness and for respecting our privacy as we walk through this fragile chapter."
Rahman also included the hashtag #arrsairaabreakup, which some netizens felt he should have avoided.
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