Abdu Rozik
Muhammadroziqi Savriqul known professionally as Abdu Rozik (born 23 September, 2003) is a Tajikistani singer.[1] In 2022, Rozik participated in Colors TV's reality show Bigg Boss 16 where he finished at 11th place (due to volunteer exit).[2]
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| Born | Muhammadroziqi Savriqul 23 September 2003 |
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| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Bigg Boss 16 |
| Height | 3 ft 1 in (94 cm) |
Early life
Rozik was born as Muhammadroziqi Savriqul to Savriqul Muhammad and Rooh Afza in a Muslim family on 23 September 2003 in Ghizhdarva, Panjakent in Tajikistan. His parents worked as gardeners. He has two brothers and two sisters.
As a child, Rozik was diagnosed with rickets, a growth hormone deficiency which could be cured with appropriate medical treatment. However, his family could not provide him with the treatment as their financial condition was poor. As a result, his body growth was stunted.[3]
Career
At a very young age, Rozik started singing on the streets of Gizhdarva. In 2019 while singing, he was supported by Tajikistani rapper-blogger Baron (Behruz) who convinced Rozik's father to make a career on singing. After getting permission, he shifted to Dubai along with Baron. Initially, Baron helped him financially.[4][5]
Rozik sang various Tajikistani song like Ohi Dili Zor (2019), Chaki Chaki Boron (2020) and Modar (2021). In 2021, he uploaded a video of him singing the Hindi song Enna Sona by Arijit Singh.[6] In 2022, he was invited to attend the 22nd IIFA Awards ceremony, which was held in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates where he sang the Hindi song "Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga" from the 1994 film 1942: A Love Story, dedicating the song to Salman Khan.[7]
In 2021, he challenged Russian MMA fighter Hasbulla, but the Russian Dwarf Athletic Association (RDAA) did not approve, calling it unethical.[8]
In October 2022, he participated in Bigg Boss[9] before which he was roped in to act in the Hindi film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.[10]
Filmography
| Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2023 | Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan |
TBA | Bollywood debut |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2022 | Bigg Boss 16 | Contestant | Indian Television Debut | [9] |
References
- "World's smallest singer Abdu Rozik Sings Papa Kehta hain at AR Rahman daughter reception". India Today. Retrieved 23 November 2022.
- "Meet Bigg Boss 16 contestant Abdu Rozik". The Indian Express. October 2022. Retrieved 2022-11-24.
- "Bigg Boss 16 Contestant Abdu Rozik talk about his medical condition that stopped him from growing". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 24 November 2022.
- "Watch:Tajik Internet sensation Abdu Rozik trades mic for boxing mitts". Gulf News. Retrieved 26 November 2022.
- "Ar Rehman Listen to Abdu Rozik". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 4 December 2022.
- "Hasbulla's Rival Abdu Rozik Just dropped Enna Sona Cover and it's adorable". News18. Retrieved 24 November 2022.
- "Salman Khan meets Tajikistani-Based singer and fan Abdu Rozik". The Indian Express. Retrieved 24 November 2022.
- "Hasbulla shuts down prospect of fight with social media rival Abdu Rozik". The Mirror. Retrieved 2 December 2022.
- "Abdu Rozik in Bigg Boss". Jagran Josh. Retrieved 24 November 2022.
- "Abdu Rozik in Salman Khan movie Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ka Jaan". Jagran Josh. Retrieved 24 November 2022.
