When Neha Kakkar Auditioned For Indian Idol, Anu Malik Slapped Himself While She Sang

neha kakkar indian idol audition

Neha Kakkar is an extremely popular personality in India. A singer by profession, Neha currently is one of the judges of the popular singing reality show Indian Idol. Someone who came to the top while overcoming several obstacles, a new video of her auditioning in Indian Idol has gone viral.

Neha had to face a lot of hardships in her childhood

Neha Kakkar has had to face plenty of hardships in her childhood. Her parents wanted to abort her at first because of their financial condition, but they could not as her mother had already crossed eight weeks of pregnancy. Later, to support her family, she started performing at local gatherings and religious events. Regarding this, she had once said: “I only sang bhajans from four to sixteen years. I would attend four to five jagrans in a day, which became my training ground“. 

Advertisements

Anu Malik seen slapping himself

In the video that is making the rounds, Neha is seen auditioning for the second season of Indian Idol. That season was eventually won by Sandeep Acharya. Anu Malik is seen slapping himself as Neha starts singing. He is also observed saying: “Neha Kakkar, teri awaaz sun kar lagta hai mai apne muh pe maaru thappad.” 

A true role model for aspiring singers

Although she gets trolled at times, Neha is truly a role model for aspiring singers. Her journey was not easy and hence, her success is all the more deserving. Hopefully, she entertains us more with her vocal magic.

Source: Hindustan Times

Advertisements