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FOR A CAUSE Abrar Ul Haq in New Delhi
The man has ignored all the barriers. Abrar Ul Haq, a popular vocalist of Pakistan was in the city for the launch of his first music album in India. The album, titled Preeto, is a compilation of his earlier songs, which earned him fame and the love of his fans not only in Pakistan but also abroad.
From studying law to teaching geography and now rising as a popular pop singer without any musical background or formal training, Abrar certainly stands apart from othersingers. "Billo De Ghar" a song from his first album was a record-breaking hit that made him change his passion for music into a profession. This composer-cum-singer from Faisalabad, with no classical training, manages to mesmerise his audience with his melodious songs.
Abrar feels Preeto is an amalgam of different moods. It has a combination of foot-tapping numbers and romantic ones, which should appeal to the Indian audience.
Asked about the difference between Indian and Pakistani music, he says, "Whilst Indian music is professionally rich, Pakistani music excels in creativity." Talking about Indo-Pak relations and the relevance of music in bridging the gap, he says, "Music helps in bringing people closer and can play a vital role in fostering friendly relations."
Turning point
Beyond music, Abrar works for humanitarian causes. "The turning point in my life was when my mother died. It was then I realised that I should contribute to the society. This led to the foundation of a charitable hospital called Sughra Shafi. It serves the needy rural populace in Faisalabad," shares Abrar.
To add to his achievements, President Pervez Musharraf recently awarded him with Sitara-I-Eisaar for his active participation in providing relief and rehabilitation to the earthquake victims in Pakistan. "My philosophy in life is to give, and that's why I keep myself engaged in social work. Serving the destitute gives me the ultimate happiness," muses the singer.
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