Musician Amaal Mallik has shared a deeply personal post on Instagram, revealing his battle with clinical depression and the emotional toll of his strained relationship with his parents. In his candid post, Amaal disclosed that the growing distance between him and his brother, fellow musician Armaan Malik, was exacerbated by his parents’ actions. He also announced that he is cutting ties with his family, deciding to maintain only a professional relationship moving forward.
In his Instagram note, Amaal expressed the pain he has endured over the years, despite his hard work and dedication to his career. “I’ve reached a point where I can no longer keep silent about the pain I’ve endured. For years, I’ve been made to feel like I am less in spite of spending days and nights toiling away to make a safe life for my people” he wrote. “Cancelled every dream of mine to only find myself to be spoke(n) down to and question what I’ve ever done,” he added.
The singer-composer emphasized the importance of his musical contributions, including the 126 melodies he has created over the last decade, while also addressing the role of his family in his struggles. “I along with my brother’s vocal prowess have changed the narrative of being called XYZ’s nephew or son to whoever we are today!.” “The journey has been terrific for the both of us but the actions of my parents have been the reason we as brothers have gone too far from one another and all of this has made me step in for myself as it has left a very deep scar left across my heart.” he shared.
Amaal then opened up about his depression diagnosis, revealing the emotional and financial strain it has caused. “But today I stand at a point where I have been robbed of my peace, drained emotionally & maybe financially too but that’s the least of my concerns. What really matters is that I am clinically depressed because of these happenings. Yes I have only myself to blame for my actions but my self worth has been diminished countless times by actions of near and dear ones that stole pieces of my soul.” he explained.
In a bold and resolute statement, Amaal declared that he is cutting all personal ties with his family. “From now on, my interactions with my family will be strictly professional. This isn’t a decision made in anger, but one born from the necessity to heal and reclaim my life. I refuse to let the past rob me of my future any longer. I am committed to rebuilding my life, piece by piece, with honesty and strength.”
The post has garnered support from many within the industry, with several expressing admiration for Amaal’s courage in sharing his vulnerability and offering him messages of love and encouragement. Amaal Mallik is the son of composer Daboo Mallik and Jyothi Mallik, and the nephew of renowned composer Annu Malik.