Abdurozik Savriqul Muhammadroziqi (Tajik: Абдурозиқ Савриқул Муҳаммадрозиқӣ, [æbdurɑˈzɯq sævrɯˈqul muɦæmːædrɑzɯˈqɯ]; born 3 September 2003), known professionally as Abdu Rozik is a Tajikistani playback singer, Boxer and social media influencer.[2] He participated in the Indian reality show Bigg Boss 16 (2022) and as a guest contestant on Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 (2023) on Colors TV after which he gained recognition in the Indian media.
Abdu Rozik | |
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| Born | Muhammadroziqi Savriqul 3 September 2003 |
| Nationality |  Tajikistani |
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| Years active | 2019–present |
| Known for | Bigg Boss 16 |
| Height | 113 cm (3 ft 8 in)[1] |
Early life
As a child, Rozik was diagnosed with dwarfism, a growth hormone deficiency which could be cured with appropriate medical treatment. However, his family could not afford to have him treated, leading to his stunted growth.[3]
Due to his family's poverty, Rozik was often out of school. He sang for tips in markets and on streets of Panjakent.[4]
Career
Beginning in 2019, he received mentorship and financial support from Tajikistani rapper-blogger Baron (Behruz). Baron even convinced Rozik's father to let Rozik pursue singing. After getting permission, Rozik and Baron moved to Dubai.[4]
Rozik sang various Tajikistani songs like Ohi Dili Zor, Chaki Chaki Boron and Modar. In 2021, he uploaded a video of him singing the Hindi song Enna Sona by Arijit Singh.[5] In 2022, he was invited to attend the 22nd IIFA Awards ceremony 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. He dedicated the song to Salman Khan.[6]
In 2021, he challenged Russian MMA fighter and media personality Hasbulla Magomedov, who also has dwarfism, to a fight, but the Russian Dwarf Athletic Association (RDAA) did not approve, calling it unethical.[7][citation needed]
In October 2022, he participated in Bigg Boss,[8][9] before which he acted in the Hindi film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan.[10] In 2023, he joined Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 as Guest entrants.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–2023 | Bigg Boss 16 | Contestant | Quit (11th place) | [8] |
| 2023 | Entertainment Ki Raat Housefull | Himself | Guest | [11] |
| Bigg Boss OTT 2 | [12] | |||
| Pyar Ka Pehla Naam: Radha Mohan | Chota Bhaijaan | [13] | ||
| Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 13 | Himself | |||
| Playground | Himself | Guest (season–2) | [14] |
Discography
| Year | Title | Ref. |
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| 2022 | Chota Bhaijaan | [15][16] |
| 2023 | Pyar | [17] |
References
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