Abrar-ul-Haq, one of Pakistan’s most iconic Bhangra and pop singers, is known not only for his hit songs like Billo, Cycle, Jatt, and Nach Punjaban but also for his philanthropic work through Sahara Trust. Recently, Abrar shared his candid views on the growing entitlement and star attitudes among young singers during an appearance on ARY Podcasts hosted by Iqrar-ul-Hassan.
The singer revealed that he never exhibited tantrums or demanded luxuries during his career, even at the height of his fame.
Abrar stated:
“I never threw tantrums; I didn’t even know about my rights. I don’t even show any tantrums now. You can ask the promoters; they will honestly tell you about my behavior. It looks cheap to demand these things.”
Abrar highlighted the stark contrast between his humble approach and the current trends where young singers prioritize luxury over professionalism. Sharing his experiences as a booking agent for his Sahara Trust events, Abrar mentioned how certain artists provide extensive demands:
“We are provided with a big list by the artists that an SUV will be with them; they will get first-class, and will charge a huge amount; their rooms will be somewhere in downtown Canada, and they will have a suite. I feel these things are not professional. I never asked for suites; why would I demand these things when I know I can easily stay in a normal room?”
Abrar lamented that such entitlement often overshadows genuine talent, with singers adopting a “star attitude” instead of focusing on their craft. Despite his critique, Abrar maintained a positive outlook, emphasizing humility and professionalism as essential traits for a successful and respectable career in the music industry.
