'Mujhe mera grammy mil gaya', Asim Azhar reflects on dream performance with Abida Parveen
Pakistani singer Asim Azhar has left fans mesmerized after sharing unforgettable moments from his first ever live performance alongside legendary Sufi icon Abida Parveen, describing the experience as nothing short of receiving his own Grammy.
Taking to Instagram, Asim shared glimpses from the much talked about concert held in Karachi, where he joined the legendary singer on stage for a breathtaking rendition of the timeless Sufi classic "Yaar Ko Hamne Ja Ba Ja Dekha." The cross generational collaboration instantly became one of the most celebrated highlights of the evening.
In the video, Abida Parveen passionately recites verses from the iconic kalaam before Asim seamlessly joins in, blending his contemporary vocal style with her soulful Sufi rendition, creating a performance that captivated the audience.
Expressing his gratitude, Asim penned an emotional note alongside the clip. "There are dreams, and then there are dreams that turn into moments. Moments that make you think how did this happen, or if this is even real."
He further wrote, "Mujh jaise na laiq larkay ko apne saath baithne ka mauqa diya, perform karna tou door ki baat. Apne itne khubsurat kalaam aur itni izzat se nawaza. Aap aik hi hain aur aik hi rahengi humesha, Abida Jee."
Calling the performance one of the greatest achievements of his career, Asim added, "What an honour, achievement, privilege to share the stage with the legend of legends, Abida Parveen Jee. Still can't believe last night was true. Alhamdulillah for these blessings. Mujhe mera Grammy mil gaya."
The concert marked the first ever live collaboration between Abida Parveen and Asim Azhar. Held at DHA Sports Club Karachi as part of the Prem Nagar Charity Concert Series III, the event beautifully fused timeless Sufi music with modern melodies, delivering a memorable experience for music lovers.
The star studded evening also generated buzz after Hania Aamir made a surprise appearance among the audience, with her presence quickly becoming one of the night's most talked-about moments across social media.
Fans flooded the comments section praising the magical collaboration, with many describing it as a historic musical moment that united two generations of Pakistani music on one unforgettable stage.