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Economic Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Adnan Sami opens up about Pakistan denying visa to attend mother's last rites after Indian citizenship: ‘Janaza video call pe dekha'
Singer Adnan Sami revealed that Pakistan denied him a visa to attend his mother's funeral in October 2024. Despite India granting him immediate permission to travel, Pakistan refused, forcing him to watch the last rites via WhatsApp video call. The emotional incident highlights his strained ties with Pakistan, which he left after gaining Indian citizenship in 2016. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads A Son's Final Goodbye—From Afar A Life-Changing Decision Rooted in Discontent Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads The Man Behind the Maestro In a revelation that has sent ripples through fans and followers across the globe, acclaimed singer-composer Adnan Sami has shared a deeply emotional moment from his life—one marked not by musical notes, but by painful silence. Speaking on Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma, the Lift Kara De hitmaker revealed how Pakistan denied him a visa to attend his mother's final rites in October 2024. The man known for making millions weep with his songs was left to grieve behind a screen, watching his mother's funeral on a WhatsApp video who took Indian citizenship in 2016 and has been vocal about his disillusionment with Pakistan, spoke about the anguish of not being able to bid farewell to his mother, Begum Naureen. According to Sami, his mother had no prior health complications, and her sudden demise came as a shock. While the Indian authorities immediately understood the gravity of his request to travel, granting him all necessary clearances, the Pakistan government rejected his visa recalled the painful sequence of events with a heavy heart, stating, 'I applied for a visa and told them my mother had passed away. Still, they refused. I couldn't go. I watched the entire janaza through a WhatsApp video call.'Sami's strained relationship with Pakistan isn't new. He has often cited the country's political environment and systemic dysfunction as reasons behind his decision to accept Indian citizenship. His move drew considerable criticism from Pakistan, where many alleged his defection was driven by financial Sami refuted these claims once again, saying he came from a privileged background and had no need to chase money. 'I never did anything for wealth. I left behind properties worth crores in Pakistan and restarted my life from zero in India,' he said, adding that what he sought was creative growth and an audience that understood his in London to a Pakistani diplomat and Air Force pilot, Adnan Sami was a musical prodigy from the age of five. Tagged as the world's fastest piano player, he grew up mastering both Indian classical and Western music. His debut in India alongside Asha Bhosle in Kabhi Toh Nazar Milao made him a sensation, followed by the cult-classic Lift Karadey. Over the years, Sami has gifted the music world soulful gems like Tera Chehra and Bhar Do Jholi Meri, earning adoration across Sami's voice cracked during the interview, it became clear that even the most celebrated artists carry wounds that no song can heal. And sometimes, those wounds speak louder than the applause.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Adnan Sami opens up about Pakistan denying visa to attend mother's last rites after Indian citizenship: ‘Janaza video call pe dekha'
In a revelation that has sent ripples through fans and followers across the globe, acclaimed singer-composer Adnan Sami has shared a deeply emotional moment from his life—one marked not by musical notes, but by painful silence. Speaking on Aap Ki Adalat with Rajat Sharma, the Lift Kara De hitmaker revealed how Pakistan denied him a visa to attend his mother's final rites in October 2024. The man known for making millions weep with his songs was left to grieve behind a screen, watching his mother's funeral on a WhatsApp video call. A Son's Final Goodbye—From Afar Adnan, who took Indian citizenship in 2016 and has been vocal about his disillusionment with Pakistan, spoke about the anguish of not being able to bid farewell to his mother, Begum Naureen. According to Sami, his mother had no prior health complications, and her sudden demise came as a shock. While the Indian authorities immediately understood the gravity of his request to travel, granting him all necessary clearances, the Pakistan government rejected his visa plea. He recalled the painful sequence of events with a heavy heart, stating, 'I applied for a visa and told them my mother had passed away. Still, they refused. I couldn't go. I watched the entire janaza through a WhatsApp video call.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Chegou a São Paulo repelente de ratos e pombos Repelente Super Sônico Saiba Mais Undo — AdnanSamiLive (@AdnanSamiLive) A Life-Changing Decision Rooted in Discontent Sami's strained relationship with Pakistan isn't new. He has often cited the country's political environment and systemic dysfunction as reasons behind his decision to accept Indian citizenship. His move drew considerable criticism from Pakistan, where many alleged his defection was driven by financial motives. But Sami refuted these claims once again, saying he came from a privileged background and had no need to chase money. 'I never did anything for wealth. I left behind properties worth crores in Pakistan and restarted my life from zero in India,' he said, adding that what he sought was creative growth and an audience that understood his art. You Might Also Like: Adnan Sami, now an Indian citizen, sends a message to his Pakistani son Azaan. Who is Azaan Sami Khan? A look at his career The Man Behind the Maestro Born in London to a Pakistani diplomat and Air Force pilot, Adnan Sami was a musical prodigy from the age of five. Tagged as the world's fastest piano player, he grew up mastering both Indian classical and Western music. His debut in India alongside Asha Bhosle in Kabhi Toh Nazar Milao made him a sensation, followed by the cult-classic Lift Karadey . Over the years, Sami has gifted the music world soulful gems like Tera Chehra and Bhar Do Jholi Meri , earning adoration across generations. As Sami's voice cracked during the interview, it became clear that even the most celebrated artists carry wounds that no song can heal. And sometimes, those wounds speak louder than the applause. You Might Also Like: 'Meri to hawa nikal gaee, tu abhi bhi balloon hai': Adnan Sami responds to Pakistani Minister's citizenship jibe
Hindustan Times
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘You left in good time, we also want to change citizenship': Adnan Sami shares what ‘sweet' Pakistani boys told him
Singer Adnan Sami has shared that a few citizens of Pakistan recently told him that he left the country 'in good time', adding that they also want to change their citizenship. Taking to X (formerly Twitter) on Monday, Adnan also said that they said they hate the Pakistani Army as it has destroyed their country. Adnan was earlier a Pakistani citizen who moved to India years ago. He is an Indian national now. (Also Read | 'This illiterate idiot': Adnan Sami blasts former Pak minister for questioning his nationality after Pahalgam attack) The singer added that he met the Pakistani boys in Azerbaijan. Adnan tweeted, "Met some very sweet Pakistani boys while walking on the beautiful streets of Baku, Azerbaijan…They said, 'Sir, you are very lucky.. You left Pakistan in good time.. We also want to change our citizenship…WE HATE OUR ARMY…They have destroyed our country!!' I replied, 'I knew this long ago!'" Adnan, who was born in London, was granted Indian citizenship in December 2015. Recently, Adnan slammed former information and broadcasting minister of Pakistan, Chaudhry Fawad Hussain, after he raised questions about the singer's citizenship. This was after the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Terrorists struck Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 persons, most of them tourists, were killed. The Centre had said all Pakistani nationals in India must leave the country before their visas expire. Fawad had shared a post on X by an Indian journalist about the Centre's decision and captioned it, "What about Adnan Sami?" Adnan had said, "Who's going to tell this illiterate idiot!!" Adnan, known for songs such as Kabhi To Nazar Milao, Tera Chehra, Lift Kara De and Bhar Do Jholi, first arrived in India on March 13, 2001, on a visitor's visa with a validity of one year, which was issued by the Indian High Commission in Islamabad. His visa was extended from time to time. His Pakistani passport, issued on May 27, 2010, expired on May 26, 2015, and his passport was not renewed by the Pakistan government, which led him to approach the Indian government with the request to legalise his stay in India on humanitarian grounds.
News18
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
When Adnan Sami Revealed Why He Left Pakistan, Said It Would SHOCK Many: 'I'll Expose The Reality Of...'
Adnan Sami is in the news for replying to former Pakistan minister Fawad Hussain, who questioned his Indian citizenship. Adnan Sami is in the news for replying to former Pakistan minister Fawad Hussain, who questioned his Indian citizenship. Recently, Hussain posted on X (formerly Twitter), asking if Sami would be sent back to Pakistan after Union Home Minister Amit Shah's order for Chief Ministers to ensure no Pakistani nationals stay in India after the Pahalgam terror attack. Known for songs like Kabhi Toh Nazar Milao, Lift Kara De, and Tu Meri Mehbooba, Adnan was born in Lahore, Pakistan. He became an Indian citizen in 2015, which sparked controversy. In 2022, he also criticised Pakistan on social media, showing his love for India. In 2022, Adnan Sami had taken to Instagram, writing, 'Many people ask me why I have such contempt towards Pakistan. The hard truth is that I have absolutely no contempt towards the people of Pakistan who have been good to me. I love everyone who loves me- period. However, I have major issues with the establishment. Those who truly know me will also know what that establishment did to me for many years which ultimately became one of the big reasons for me to leave Pak." The singer continued further, 'One day, soon, I will expose the reality of how they treated me which not many know, least of all the general public which will shock many! I have remained silent about all this for many years, but will choose the right moment to tell all." Adnan Sami applied for Indian citizenship to the Ministry of Home Affairs in June 2015 after his Pakistani passport expired. Having lived in India for a sufficient number of years, he met the eligibility requirements for citizenship. In late December 2015, the Indian Home Ministry approved his request, granting him Indian citizenship, effective from January 1, 2016. In an earlier interview with the BBC, Adnan Sami shared that he felt threatened in Pakistan and was more concerned about his family's safety than his own. After a lengthy struggle with the Pakistani government, he filed a petition for Indian citizenship, which was granted in 2016. First Published:
