AR Rahman's ex-wife Saira Banu shares health update: 'Was hospitalised due to a medical emergency and underwent surgery...'

AR Rahman’s ex-wife, Saira Banu, was recently hospitalised following a medical emergency and had to undergo surgery. According to a statement released by her legal team, she is currently in the recovery stage.

Saira’s lawyer, Vandana Shah, shared the official note on Instagram on behalf of Saira . The note reads, “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. 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.”

In the same statement, Saira also extended heartfelt gratitude to her ex-partner, AR Rahman, and Oscar-winning sound designer Resul Pookutty, his wife Shadia, and her legal counsel, Vandana Shah, for their steadfast support. She said, “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.”

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She also emphasised the need for privacy during her recovery.



Saira Banu and AR Rahman announced their separation in November last year, and the shocking end of their 29-year-long marriage left many of their fans heavy-hearted.

Amid media speculation surrounding their separation, Saira addressed the public through a voice note. She clarified that her decision to take a break from Rahman was due to her physical illness over the past few months. She urged YouTubers and the media not to speak negatively about him, describing him as “a gem of a person and the best man in the world.”