Khatija Rahman denies rumors of AR Rahman’s break amid divorce buzz
AR Rahman’s daughter, Khatija Rahman, has addressed rumors suggesting her father is taking a break from work amid his divorce from wife Saira Banu. She dismissed these claims, urging people not to spread baseless news.
The speculation began when cinephile Amutha Bharathi shared a now-deleted tweet on X. Suggesting AR Rahman would step back from his career following the separation. Khatija responded promptly, saying, “Pls stop spreading such useless rumors,” ending the speculation.
Khatija Rahman denies rumors of AR Rahman’s break amid divorce buzz
For context, on November 19, 2024, Saira Banu announced her divorce from AR Rahman after 29 years of marriage. In an official statement through her lawyer, she explained that the decision was mutual, citing emotional strain and irreconcilable differences. The statement read, “Despite their deep love, tensions have created an insurmountable gap between them.” It also requested privacy during this challenging time.
AR Rahman shared his sentiments on X, reflecting on the end of their marriage. “We had hoped to reach the grand thirty, but all things, it seems, carry an unseen end… In this shattering, we seek meaning, though the pieces may not find their place again,” he wrote.
Despite the personal challenges, AR Rahman continues to focus on his career. He is set to work on Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, and Ram Charan’s RC16, among other upcoming projects.