On November 19, 2024, Rahman turned to X to put forth a moving message about their decision to call it quits. “We had dreamed of making it to thirty, but all things seem to have an unseen end,” the post from the Grammy-winning composer stated, revealing the couple’s dream to be together for thirty years; that hope is lost now. In a podcast interview with lawyer Vandana Shah, her perspective on the matter was discussed where she highlighted how external influences such as media attention and societal expectations can put a strain on marriages that may appear solid on the surface.
Though the details surrounding the couple’s separation remain private, Rahman and Banu express mutual admiration and understanding in their interviews. Their decision to divorce after 29 years embodies the harsh truth that even the longest-lasting relationship can be stricken by an obstacle it can’t overcome. Nevertheless, the parties have each vowed to keep their family’s honor intact, as it’s being so adult to bring this sensitive subject into the open.
As fans and media react to the news, a hitting reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of the entertainment world is that celebrities also do not escape the challenges of relationships, just like anyone else. For now, discussions and speculations are bound to go on in the days ahead, but this couple and those close to them have asked for what seems most needed: privacy.
