#SHOWBIZ: Siti on nephew's talent: Ahmad is a good singer, but studies come first
In a recent interview with Harian Metro, Siti expressed her happiness that Ahmad Dayyan possesses a talent similar to that of his elder sister, Umai.
"It's great that he's got this talent; it clearly runs in my family," said Siti.
"Ahmad's name has gone viral, and many people want him to be a guest singer. However, he has to remember that he is still at school, and his studies come first," she emphasised.
When asked to comment on Ahmad's recent admission on TikTok that he felt pressure to sing well, Siti believed that with experience and exposure, her nephew would be able to handle himself well in the music industry.
"I hope Ahmad doesn't feel pressured, and I believe he can carry himself well in the industry. He is still young and has a long way to go," she said.
Ahmad is currently a student at a sports school and is actively involved in sepak takraw.
"I hope he can balance his studies and singing, just like I did, so that his teachers don't have any complaints about him," she added.
Siti also mentioned that as he grows up, Ahmad will find his own identity.
Ahmad, who is also the son of singer Siti Saerah, has become increasingly well-known since his performance at the Violet Skies Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza Live in Arena of Stars Concert in early July.
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