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I do not know why my mother is doing this to me

Oman based Asma, one of the top 10 finalists of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, is braving stiff opposition from her mother, Ameena, to pursue her dream

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Runna Ashish Bhutda

Asma

Asma, one of the top 10 finalists of Zee TV's show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, is facing flak from her mother for pursuing her dream of singing. Ameena Rafi is dead against her daughter's decision to be part of the show and makes no bones about it.

When contacted, Ameena was initially reluctant to talk, but after a lot of convincing said, "We are from Oman and it is not in our custom to do such a public display of any talent by a girl. Asma is no more for us. I do not want to meet her or see her. I have even severed ties with her father for supporting her decision."

When we asked her, if she would change her stance if Asma did well for herself, Ameena disconnected the call and did not pick up the phone in spite of several attempts.

Mohammad Rafi, Asma's father, sounding shattered said, "Yes it is true that Asma's mother is against Asma's participation in Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. She said, 'Wo jism ki numaish karti hai'. I divorced my wife two months ago to support Asma. She is not doing anything wrong. I know she will win. I have complete confidence in her. She is a good singer and she has the right to fulfill her dreams."

Mohammad Rafi

When we spoke to Asma, initially she said only good things about her experience. However, when we revealed to her that we knew about her personal trauma, she opened up and said, "I do not know why my mother is doing this to me. I like singing but she is forbidding me to do what I like to pursue. I know she loves me a lot.

All my siblings (three sisters and two brothers) are supporting me, then why not her? But I am thankful to Allah that I was able to reach this level in the contest. Even if I don't win, I will still not give up singing. I plan to stay in Mumbai to complete my studies."

Asma broke down when we asked whether she was still in touch with her parents. "No. It's been five months now but I have not been able to talk to papa properly. My mother does call me up but to abuse me and my father. I am alone in Mumbai. My mother's calls wreck my mental peace. But are you sure she said that I am no more alive for her?" she asked, sobbing uncontrollably.

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Kumar

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Posted: 16 years ago

It is obvious that Ms. Ameena is one extremely sick lady who needs, well..... here it is

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Chitra

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Posted: 16 years ago

Why did her mom say that woh jism ki numaish karti hai? I don't think asma wears improper attire.She wears decent attire.

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Dabulls23

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Posted: 16 years ago

Very wrong thing & timing for this news to come out now.

Feel bad for Asma but why personal stories are out at this juncture of the contest??? Who let this out and why?

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-shehzaadi-

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Posted: 16 years ago

Originally posted by: Dabulls23
Very wrong thing & timing for this news to come out now.

Feel bad for Asma but why personal stories are out at this juncture of the contest??? Who let this out and why?

I agree, it is horrible! I really hope (fingers crossed) that they don't make this use this on the show for TRP drama. 🤢😕
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77124

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Posted: 16 years ago

That is just so wrong! How can she say her daugher is no more for her.

Even if Asma is not "that great" of a singer, she's still putting in effort and doing what she loves. What kind of mother would not support their child for that? I find it disgusting she said her daugher is dead for her.

Although I must say that Im very proud of Asma for always smiling!!! By the looks of it I would have never have guessed all this is going on! She may not be the best singer but she is really a strong girl and that too at the age of 17.

I think we should focus more on Asma's attitude then her mothers mentality!