A.R. Rahman Supports Ex-Wife Saira Banu Amid Health Crisis, Says She Is "Truly Grateful..."

In a recent turn of events, Academy Award winner A.R. Rahman has been making headlines not just for his musical genius but also for his support towards his ex-wife, Saira Banu, who has been going through a tough health crisis.

The couple, who announced their separation after 29 years of marriage in 2024, have shown that despite their personal journey, there is still deep mutual respect and care between them.

Saira Banu was hospitalized recently following a medical emergency, which required surgery in Los Angeles. While the specifics of her condition have not been publicly disclosed, the 58-year-old's representatives released a statement regarding her health.

The statement, issued by her lawyer Vandana Shah, outlined that Saira's focus is now on her recovery:

“On behalf of our client, Mrs. Saira Rahman, Vandana Shah and Associates issues the following statement regarding her current health condition. A few days ago Mrs. Saira Rahman was hospitalised due to a medical emergency, and underwent surgery. During this challenging time, her sole focus is on a speedy recovery.”

Alongside her statement, Saira took a moment to express her heartfelt gratitude to those who have supported her during this time. She was particularly thankful for the assistance from friends in Los Angeles, Resul Pookutty and his wife Shadia, and of course AR Rahman, who has stood by her through the entire ordeal.

The note of appreciation was clear:

“Mrs Saira Rahman would also like to express her heartfelt gratitude to her friends from Los Angeles, Resul Pookutty and his wife Shadia, as well as Vandana Shah and Mr. Rahman, for their unwavering support during this difficult time. She is truly grateful for their kindness and encouragement.”

Despite their separation, AR Rahman’s support for Saira has been evident. Many fans were taken aback by the couple's divorce announcement in 2024.

The dissolution of their marriage after nearly three decades sparked rumors and speculation, with some wondering if Saira had been unhappy during their time together. However, those claims were quickly debunked, and the couple has remained respectful about their personal lives.

The separation, however, didn’t diminish AR Rahman’s willingness to be there for Saira when she needed him most.

On top of the support he’s shown, Saira emphasized the need for privacy during her healing process, asking for understanding from the public and her supporters. The statement continued:

"She deeply appreciates the concern and support from those around her and requests prayers for her well-being from her numerous well-wishers and supporters. Mrs Saira Rahman would also like to express her heartfelt gratitude to her friends from Los Angeles, Resul Pookutty and his wife Shadia, as well as Vandana Shah and Mr. Rahman, for their unwavering support during this difficult time. She is truly grateful for their kindness and encouragement. God bless Mrs. Saira Rahman also seeks privacy during this period and expresses gratitude for the understanding from her supporters and well-wishers."

During their divorce announcement, AR Rahman had used a hashtag to describe the separation, which some fans found a bit minimalistic, given their near-30-year bond. Many felt the hashtag didn’t fully capture the emotional weight of their long marriage.

However, in light of recent events, people have warmed to the idea that Rahman is doing his part in supporting Saira during this challenging time.

While many see this as the least he could do, considering they share three children and have shared a bond for decades, it is still a gesture that’s being appreciated by his fans.