AR Rahman and Saira Banu announced divorce on Wednesday, November 19 after being in the marriage for 29 years. All you need to know about Saira and Rahman’s love story.
Life lately has been really tough for the Rahman family as music maestro AR Rahman and Saira Banu announce divorce after being in the marriage for 29 years. They announced separation through their social media handles respectively. The composer in his tweet wrote ‘though the pieces may not find their place again’. It’s really shocking for the family and their fans who have always seen them as a happy couple. AR Rahman married Saira Banu on 12 March 1995. The wedding setup was arranged by the parents as Rahman didn’t have time to see brides for himself. Saira, who is the sister-in-law of actor Rashin Rahman, comes from a Gujarati family and is very well-versed in the culture of North India.
When Saira Banu and AR Rahman met for the first time
In an old interview, AR Rahman shared how his mother and sister first came across Saira at the shrine of the Sufi saint Moti Baba in Chennai. “My mother didn’t know Saira or her family, but since they lived just five houses away from the shrine, they walked over and spoke to her. Everything happened very naturally,” he revealed.
Recalling his first meeting with Saira, Rahman said, “She was beautiful and gentle. We met for the first time on January 6, 1995, which also happened to be my 28th birthday. It was a brief meeting, and after that, we mostly communicated over the phone. Saira speaks Kutchi and English, and I asked her in English if she wanted to marry me. Back then, she was very quiet, but now she’s anything but that.”
Saira Banu’s background and family
Saira Banu, born on December 20, 1973, in Kutch, Gujarat, hails from a culturally rich upper-middle-class family. Her upbringing, deeply rooted in tradition and values, greatly influenced her perspective on life. Known for her active involvement in social and charitable initiatives, Saira has been a steadfast supporter of her husband AR Rahman’s philanthropic efforts, contributing to causes focused on education, health, and community development.
Despite being married to one of India’s most celebrated musicians, Saira and AR Rahman maintained a largely private personal life. The couple rarely disclosed details about their family, preferring to keep the spotlight on their work and achievements. They have always been present at large gatherings and Bollywood parties. The couple also attended the Ambani wedding and entered the function hand-in-hand.
Saira Banu and AR Rahman at the Ambani wedding
Saira Banu as a pillar of strength in AR Rahman’s life
Saira also played a vital role in supporting Rahman during his music tours, extending her influence beyond their personal life into his professional world. Far from being a passive companion, she actively participated in his creative projects. Notably, Rahman’s virtual reality film, Le Musk, was inspired by Saira’s suggestion, reflecting her keen interest in perfumes.
Saira’s role was not just limited to being a supportive wife, she was also the nurturing mother to their three children Khatija, Raheema and Ameen.
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