The news of Rahman and Saira's separation was initially shared through a joint statement issued by Saira's lawyer, Vandana. The couple stated that their decision was due to "significant emotional strain" in their relationship.
AR Rahman and Saira married in 1995 and share three children--Khatija, Raheema, and Ameen. However, a few days ago, the couple decided to part their ways.
"The divorce hasn't happened yet. I am representing both of them. I can't reveal the reason, but it is a marriage of 29 years. In every marriage, ups and downs are common. It is a painful decision, but it is a joint decision. Family's privacy must be respected at this point of time," Vand
Music maestro AR Rahman on Tuesday bagged his seventh National Film Award and this time he received the Best Music Director (Background music) award for his work in Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan: I'.