Ameng Spring: Estrangement from Daughters Due to Prison Term, Not Intentional
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Singer Ameng Spring stated that his estrangement from his two daughters was not intentional but a consequence of his imprisonment.
- He explained that during his eight-year jail term, his younger daughter, Azeva Natassha, was a child, and all communication was prohibited, leading to a severed family bond.
- Ameng's recent performance with Azeva, which went viral, was seen as a reunion and an inspiration to families facing similar conflicts.
Singer Ameng Spring has clarified the reasons behind his fractured relationship with his two daughters, emphasizing that it was an unintended consequence of his past imprisonment rather than a personal choice. The 57-year-old artist, whose real name is Wan Aminuddin Wan Ismail, revealed that his bond with his second daughter, Azeva Natassha, 25, suffered significantly due to a decade-long separation.
Apabila kami kembali bersama untuk latihan persembahan program TTMM (Talk To My Manager) 2 di pejabat A Aida, Azeva sudah mula berasa sebak.
During his eight-year incarceration, Azeva was still very young, and all forms of contact, including visits and phone calls, were forbidden. This complete lack of communication inevitably led to a breakdown in their family ties. Ameng recounted how Azeva became emotional during rehearsals for the TTMM (Talk To My Manager) 2 program, a sentiment echoed by her older sister, Wan Az Aleesa, who cautioned Azeva against crying on stage to avoid disrupting her performance.
Kakaknya, Wan Az Aleesa, juga kerap mengingatkan supaya dia tidak menangis di pentas kerana bimbang menjejaskan nyanyian.
The recent viral moment of Ameng accompanying Azeva on stage during the TTMM2 program, performing the song 'Sejiwa' while playing the guitar, touched many hearts. Ameng expressed his surprise at the public's reaction, viewing the reunion as a blessing from Allah. He sees his role as both a father and a musician, aiming to support his daughter's burgeoning artistic career. The unexpected nature of their reunion on stage, amplified by the presence of Azeva's mother, created a poignant and moving spectacle.
Namun apabila kisah ini menjadi nyata, memperlihatkan hubungan kekeluargaan yang kembali terjalin di pentas, saya anggap ia rezeki daripada Allah kerana ia tidak dirancang.
This heartwarming display of reconciliation has resonated deeply with the public, offering inspiration to other families navigating similar conflicts. Ameng considers the situation a fortunate turn of events, highlighting the resilience of family bonds and the possibility of healing even after prolonged separation. The incident serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring strength of familial connections.
Saya hanya menjalankan tanggungjawab sebagai bapa dan pemuzik, tetapi susunan kejadian di pentas termasuk kemunculan ibunya menjadikan ia sesuatu yang indah dan menyentuh perasaan ramai.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.