By Singer Adnan Sami has strongly defended his recent meeting with Mohan Bhagwat, saying he does not feel the need to justify his personal choices to critics online. The singer, who became an Indian citizen in 2016 after giving up his Pakistani nationality, said he believes in judging people through personal interaction rather than public perception or political labels.
Speaking about the controversy surrounding his meeting with the RSS chief, Sami said he considers himself a “free soul” and refuses to live according to social media expectations. He maintained that if someone treats him with warmth and respect, he responds the same way, regardless of the person’s ideology or background.
The singer also made it clear that online trolling no longer affects him. According to Sami, many people form opinions about celebrities based on isolated photographs, headlines or social media narratives without actually knowing the individual behind the public image. He said such reactions often come from prejudice rather than genuine understanding.
Sami added that most trolls are not even his followers or music fans, but people looking for opportunities to criticise public figures. He stressed that he has learned to set boundaries and live life on his own terms without seeking validation from strangers online.
The controversy once again brought attention to Sami’s unusual personal and professional journey. Born in London and raised in the United Kingdom, Sami initially built his music career in Pakistan before gaining massive popularity in India through albums and Bollywood songs. Over the years, he collaborated with several leading Indian musicians and singers, including legendary playback icon Asha Bhosle, whom he credits for encouraging him to work in Mumbai.
Sami has often spoken publicly about the challenges he faced during his transition from Pakistan to India. He previously revealed that relations with Pakistani authorities became strained as his popularity grew in India. In 2015, Pakistan reportedly declined to renew his citizenship documents, following which he chose to settle permanently in India.
The singer has also shared emotional details about personal hardships during that phase, including being unable to attend his mother’s funeral in Pakistan after reportedly being denied permission to travel there.
Despite recurring criticism on social media, Sami continues to remain vocal about his identity and life choices. His latest remarks suggest he has little interest in responding to ideological attacks and instead prefers focusing on his music and personal convictions.
