Amid AR Rahman, Saira Banu Divorce Internet Is More Concerned About Hashtag Used By Singer
AR Rahman and Saira Banu, who married in 1995, have three children!
The internet was abuzz late Tuesday evening after music maestro AR Rahman and his wife, Saira Banu, announced their decision to separate after 29 years of marriage. While the news of their split left fans shocked and sympathetic, it was Rahman’s social media post and the hashtag he used that grabbed unexpected attention.
Ar Rahman, Saira Banu Break Up
The Oscar-winning composer, known for his poetic and soulful expressions, shared a deeply emotional statement on X (formerly Twitter), acknowledging the end of his nearly three-decade-long marriage. However, what stood out was the hashtag at the end of his post, #arrsairaabreakup. This unusual addition quickly became the center of online discussions, overshadowing the gravity of the announcement itself.
In his message, Rahman described the separation as a deeply personal and fragile moment, thanking well-wishers for their kindness and requesting privacy. Yet, the choice of adding a hashtag, which referenced their breakup, left fans confused and, in some cases, critical. Many took to social media to question the need for a hashtag in such a sensitive context, with some calling it inappropriate and others humorously speculating about his social media team’s involvement.
AR Rahman announced divorce from his wife. Requested privacy and then created a hashtag “#ARSairaabreakup“.
Aise kaun privacy maangta hai bhai?😂#ARRahmandivorce #ARRahman pic.twitter.com/3QDFoTcM6R
— श्रद्धा | Shraddha (@immortalsoulin) November 20, 2024
Divorce/Breakup for AR Rahman? Why is he using a hashtag for this? PR event? Is he minting money even for this? 🤔 pic.twitter.com/0GoZw0AF1T
— Keh Ke Peheno (@coolfunnytshirt) November 20, 2024
The reactions ranged from baffled to bemused. Some fans suggested that Rahman, not known for being particularly active or savvy on social platforms, might not have realized how the hashtag would be perceived. Others outright criticized it, labeling it as an unnecessary addition to an otherwise heartfelt statement. Memes and sarcastic comments followed, with users playfully debating whether hashtags should ever be part of a breakup announcement.
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AR Rahman and Saira Banu, who married in 1995, have three children, two of whom have followed in their father’s footsteps into music. While the couple’s joint legal statement emphasized their mutual respect and the difficulty of the decision, this message was overshadowed online by the hashtag debate.
As the news spread, some fans expressed concern that the focus on the hashtag detracted from the couple’s personal struggles. Others felt it was a sign of how social media culture often dilutes serious topics into trending conversations.
First Published: November 20, 2024 11:14 AM
