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No, Atif Aslam is not opposed to performing in Saudi Arabia

No, Atif Aslam is not opposed to performing in Saudi Arabia

The singer denied rumours on social media that he did not want to perform in the country because of proximity to religious sites.
12 Nov, 2024

After rumours swirled on social media that legendary singer Atif Aslam was opposed to singing in Saudi Arabia because of proximity to religious sites, the singer is setting the record straight.

In a statement to journalist Maliha Rehman, the ‘Tere Liye’ singer clarified that he had performed in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, in the past which was “the best way of proving our opinion on the topic”.

Earlier today, several local media outlets reported that Aslam did not want to perform in Saudi Arabia because he could not accept performing near holy sites.

However, the singer quickly dismissed those rumours. “It is funny and strange that statements that I have never made get connected with me.”

Aslam said the media and artist community bear the responsibility for checking the validity of a statement before reporting it and making comments on it.

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Taj Ahmad Nov 12, 2024 06:56pm
Singer Atif Aslam is welcome anywhere just like in the past Rafi, Mukesh, Talat or Lata in the music world.
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Ehsan Nov 12, 2024 07:26pm
Our messed up way of thinking
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Usman Aslam Nov 12, 2024 07:44pm
Pay the right amount and these guys will come. What principles? Religious sites or not
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Abdul Nov 12, 2024 08:04pm
We need to reduce rumors and lies in our country. It is a very regressive sign for our society.
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Shaista Nov 12, 2024 09:57pm
No I can't support it - Way too much respect for our religion.
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zarmeena Azeem Nov 12, 2024 10:00pm
Atif Aslam doesn't want to sing near holy sights. Perhaps that is why he prefers to sing in India where he finds himself farther away from holiness and patriotism.
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Shahveer Nov 12, 2024 10:09pm
Our disinformation campaign needs to change fast.
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Laila Nov 13, 2024 01:10am
I am sure if offered he may even perform in Tel Aviv Israel. After all human rights violations have no value to people. Celebrities from Lady Gaga, Nicki Minaj, Ronaldo to Eminem have graced Saudi Arabia with their presence.
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Pro West Nov 13, 2024 11:57am
I'm against the whole concert culture even in Pakistan. See the UNs own SafeSpacesNow campaign for just one reason why.
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Abdul Rehman Nov 13, 2024 12:19pm
Good Decision Mr. Atif Aslam
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