Bollywood singer Neha Kakkar recently made headlines after facing boos at her Melbourne concert due to a late arrival and an on-stage fall. The incident once again made her a target of criticism, as she has often been subjected to harsh public scrutiny for being overly emotional. However, few know the struggles that she and her family endured before achieving fame.
In a heartfelt revelation, Neha’s brother, Tony Kakkar, disclosed that their parents had once considered aborting Neha due to severe financial distress. He made this revelation during the second episode of their life-based show, “Story of Kakkars,” which aired on June 5, 2020, a day before Neha’s birthday.
Overcoming a Difficult Childhood
The Kakkar siblings—Neha Kakkar, Tony Kakkar, and Sonu Kakkar—grew up in extreme poverty, struggling to make ends meet. Their parents did everything possible to provide food and shelter for their children.
To support the family financially, the Kakkar siblings performed at Jagratas and other religious events, singing bhajans to earn money. Their journey from those humble beginnings to Bollywood stardom is a testament to their determination and resilience.
“Our Parents Wanted to Abort Neha”
In the emotional episode of Story of Kakkars, Tony Kakkar rapped about the dire financial state of their family when Neha was about to be born.
“Halaat itne kharaab the, khaali khaali se haath the, Na zyada paise likhe, bhole se maa baap the.”
This verse painted a heartbreaking picture of their family’s financial difficulties, which led their parents to consider terminating Neha’s pregnancy. However, due to Neha’s mother being already eight weeks pregnant, they were unable to go through with it.
A Story of Perseverance and Success
Despite their early struggles, Neha Kakkar and her siblings never gave up. Through sheer hard work, talent, and dedication, they carved their own space in the Indian music industry.
Neha, who started as a contestant on Indian Idol, later became a celebrated playback singer and a judge on the same show. Tony and Sonu Kakkar have also found success in Bollywood’s music industry.
Their rags-to-riches story serves as an inspiration to many who dream of making it big despite challenging circumstances. Neha Kakkar’s emotional nature, often mocked by critics, is perhaps a reflection of the difficulties she has faced—proving that success is not just about talent but also about perseverance and resilience.
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