After A.R. Rahman’s Divorce, His Bassist Follows Suit – What’s Behind the Split? | ENT Live

Famous music composer A.R. Rahman and Saira Banu have decided to part ways after 29 years of marriage. They announced their divorce through a social media post. Saira, known for her calm and supportive nature, is now in the spotlight due to this news. A.R. Rahman's real name was Dilip Kumar. In 1984, he converted to Islam with his mother and became Allah Rakha Rahman. Rahman and Saira's marriage in 1995 was arranged by his mother. Rahman is South Indian, and Saira comes from a Gujarati family, but they maintained their marriage by respecting each other's cultures. The couple has three children—Raheema, Khateejah, and Amin. Despite being low-profile for nearly three decades, this divorce announcement has shocked everyone. A.R. Rahman and Saira Banu have requested privacy during this difficult time.