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Rickshaw driver's rendition of Mehdi Hassan's classic goes viral

He said he always wanted to be a classical singer, but poverty provoked him into driving a rickshaw

Entertainment Desk November 04, 2019

A rickshaw driver named Qasim Ali, has driven the internet crazy with his soulful rendition of Mehdi Hassan's song, Zindagi mai tu sub hi pyar kiya karte hain, leaving them wanting for more.

A Twitter user uploaded his video along with his story of how he wanted to be a singer, but poverty did not allow him to make his dreams a reality. Following this, the protege was forced into driving a rikshaw.

This auto rickshaw driver in Karachi is an amazing talent, spotted him singing Mehdi Hassan’s songs at a stop. Qasim Ali says he wanted to be a classical singer but poverty shattered his dreams and he’s forced to drive rickshaw to earn his bread and butter. pic.twitter.com/6U1vdZn13d
— Faizan Lakhani (@faizanlakhani) November 2, 2019

The user claimed, "This auto rickshaw driver in Karachi is an amazing talent, spotted him singing Mehdi Hassan’s songs at a stop. Qasim Ali says he wanted to be a classical singer but poverty shattered his dreams and he’s forced to drive rickshaw to earn his bread and butter."

However, users cannot get over the fact that amidst his surroundings, the man does not fail to hit a single note. Here's a list of all the people who can't get enough of him.

https://twitter.com/KunalHasArrived/status/1190740025454911488

Want to see him on TV like now!https://t.co/QZym96YrDe
— Fishel BenKhald (@Jew_Pakistani) November 2, 2019

He is singing better than many renowned singers; clear, smooth, orchestral, and soft voice.
— شاہین یا کرگس (@StolenKarachi) November 2, 2019

What a beautiful voice !
— Mehwish Hayat TI (@MehwishHayat) November 3, 2019

Very touchy voice, same as of Mehandi Hasan of whom i am great fan.. Try to give him platform so his talent not wasted.
— Ram (@Ram96348864) November 3, 2019