A Difficult Start in Life
Abdu Rozik, now a millionaire with over 8 million followers on Instagram, had anything but an easy start in life. Born and raised in poverty-stricken Tajikstan, Abdu suffered from rickets, a condition that stunted his growth at the age of six. Due to financial restraints, he couldn't receive proper treatment and stopped growing at just 3'2", even at the age of 20. To make matters worse, Abdu faced bullying from both classmates and teachers, which led to his education being cut short at the age of nine.
Living in Extreme Conditions
Abdu grew up in a house with no roof, living with his two brothers, two sisters, parents, and grandmother, all of whom were unemployed. When it rained, the entire house would be covered in water, making it impossible to sleep. Despite these challenging circumstances, Abdu's love for singing and performing started to bloom, and he would earn money by singing in his village's bazaar.
A Social Media Sensation
With the money he earned from singing, Abdu managed to buy a mobile phone and open an Instagram account. In just a few years, he gained an impressive following of 8.4 million on the platform. Abdu's popularity was further boosted by his potential fight with Russian dwarf Hasbulla, another social media star. Abdu's followers eagerly await this match-up, as he claims Hasbulla is scared to fight him.
Rubbing Shoulders with Celebrities
Abdu's rise to fame has allowed him to mingle with some of the world's top celebrities. He has been spotted at major fights, including KSI v Tommy Fury, and has made friends with boxing champion Tyson Fury. Abdu's most memorable encounter, however, was meeting his hero Cristiano Ronaldo. Although the first meeting was nerve-wracking due to Abdu's limited English skills, he managed to have a more relaxed and enjoyable conversation with Ronaldo during their second encounter.
A Multitalented Star
In addition to singing and boxing, Abdu has recently taken up DJing and thoroughly enjoys it. He also tried his hand at reality TV by appearing on India's version of Big Brother, Bigg Boss, where he spent 105 days in the house. Despite the challenges, Abdu is eager to participate in Celebrity Big Brother in the UK next year.
Remembering His Roots
Despite his success and newfound wealth, Abdu remains grounded and hasn't forgotten where he came from. He was able to buy his family a seven-bedroom home in Tajikstan and also made improvements to their old house. Reflecting on his journey, Abdu finds solace in visiting his old house and using it as a reminder of his past and a source of motivation for the future.
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