Auddra is like my child - Siti Nurhaliza
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malaysian singer Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza is supporting her adopted son, Auddra Zulkifli, in launching his debut single, "Gelanggang Rasa."
- Siti praised Auddra's hard work and talent, comparing his dedication to that of his parents and grandmother.
- She advised Auddra to remain humble, disciplined, and learn from experienced artists, hoping he becomes a lasting presence in the Malaysian music industry.
Malaysian entertainment icon Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza has publicly endorsed her adopted son, Auddra Zulkifli, as he embarks on his music career with the launch of his first single, "Gelanggang Rasa." Siti likened Auddra's drive to achieve his dreams to the perseverance of his parents, Sharifah Shahirah and Ijoy Azhari, and his grandmother, Maria Arshad, who have all been figures in the arts.
Auddra has a talent within him that can be polished and developed. He is not only good at acting but also possesses musical ability. If given the chance, he grabs it quickly.
"Auddra has a talent within him that can be polished and developed," Siti stated during the single's launch event. "He is not only good at acting but also possesses musical ability." She emphasized his readiness to seize opportunities, adding, "If given the chance, he grabs it quickly."
Auddra is like my own child. I advise him to keep working hard, stay humble, maintain discipline, and learn from experienced people.
Siti expressed her hopes for Auddra's continued success, wishing him longevity in the Malaysian music scene. "Auddra is like my own child," she shared. "I advise him to keep working hard, stay humble, maintain discipline, and learn from experienced people." The veteran singer also conveyed her broader wish to see more young talents emerge and thrive in the Malaysian arts industry, contributing to its vibrancy.
I only want to see young talents become successors and succeed and bring glory to the arts industry.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.