In his first appearance after the divorce announcement with Saira Banu, AR Rahman discussed the role of music in healing. Here's what he said.

AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu shocked everyone when they announced they are getting divorced after 29 years of marriage. At the IFFI Goa, the music composer now made his first public appearance and was looking upset and heartbroken. Here’s the viral video:

In the same conversation, Rahman shared his views on spirituality and said, “We all have dark times. One thing is definite; it’s a small little travel in this world. We were born, and we’re going to go. It’s not a permanent place for us. Where we’re going to go, we don’t know. (It depends) on each person’s own imagination and beliefs.”

Saira Banu's lawyer, Vandana Shah revealed if her client will legally get 50 percent of AR Rahman's massive wealth after the duo's split as per Indian law.

At the International Film Festival of India, AR Rahman advocated for musical theatre's healing power, suggesting it as an alternative to fleeting pleasures and a remedy for depression. He shared his past struggles with suicidal thoughts,

Ever since AR Rahman and Saira Banu announced their divorce, several questions about the further proceedings have emerged. Now, lawyer Vandana Shah has come out to talk about who will take custody of the three kids they share together.

AR Rahman reflected on music’s role in healing, mental health, and spirituality, while addressing recent personal challenges, including his separation from wife Saira Banu.