Hottie of the week: Adil Omar

Who is he?

Every now and then, a star is born pre-destined for fame and fortune. Adil Omar is one of them. Always a musician at heart, Adil began writing his own songs at the age of nine and had already recorded his first song by the time he became a teenager, which he promoted via social networking websites across Pakistan. This was simply the beginning for him! Adil continued to garner a slow but steady fanbase with the title of the ‘Pakistani rapper,’ collaborating with various industry big-weights, both at home and abroad, such as Xzibit, Everlast, Cypress Hill and Slash. Eventually, the 22-year-old hip hop prodigy went from an underground sensation to mainstream success in March 2013, with the release of his debut album ‘The Mushroom Cloud Effect’. His first single ‘Paki Rambo’ has already made waves in 2011-12. Ever since then, Adil has been touring Dubai, Europe and America to cater to his international fanbase and shows no signs of slowing down now. In fact, the rapper has also begun writing, producing and composing songs for other Pakistani artists in an effort to improve the Pakistani music industry. There is simply no stopping this guy!


Why we love him

Adil’s tall, dark and handsome persona, coupled with his dark but witty sense of humour and rap prowess make him stand out from the crowd of and grasp our attention every time he graces our TV screens. Despite facing criticism, Adil does not back down, claiming that rapping and music give him peace of mind. He believes in making his life as rewarding and fulfilling as it can be and constantly strive to broaden his own horizons, gain knowledge and share it with the world.

What is truly remarkable about Adil is that contrary to the tough and bad boy image that rappers generally portray, he is a softie at heart. He loves the idea of love itself and how it enables individuals to connect with one another on a purely human level. On the other hand, he hates disloyalty, dishonesty and mediocrity. All in all, Adil is one dapper young man, aiming destined for greatness in every aspect of life, be it music or otherwise.

What you didn’t know about him

Adil was born with sound-to-colour synesthesia, a neurological condition which allow a person to see sounds as actual visual colours.

The universe and astronomy has always fascinated Adil.

Adil has an uncanny ability to consume an entire carton of milk, all by himself and in one sitting.

Published in The Express Tribune, Ms T, October 13^th, 2013.