Amaal Mallik Accuses Anu Malik of Sabotaging Family Career Dynamics

In a revealing interview, music composer Amaal Mallik has publicly accused his uncle Anu Malik of undermining the career of his father, Daboo Malik. This allegation sheds light on the intense competition and familial tensions within the Malik family, a prominent lineage in the Indian music industry. Amaal Mallik's comments, made during a conversation with renowned media personality Siddharth Kannan on July 13, 2025, suggest a pattern of professional rivalry that has had significant implications for Daboo Malik's career trajectory.

According to Amaal Mallik, Anu Malik has engaged in sabotage by regularly undercutting his father’s work opportunities. "Every time my dad got a movie, Anu would go and snatch his work from the producers by offering to work for little money or even for free," Amaal claimed, highlighting the financial leverage that Anu Malik purportedly exerted. This competitive spirit, as described by Amaal, extends beyond his father to himself, indicating a broader pattern of rivalry within the family.

Daboo Malik, who has composed music for numerous films including 'Maine Dil Tujhko Diya' and 'Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam', has struggled to gain recognition independent of his brother Anu Malik’s established reputation in Bollywood. Amaal expressed disappointment with the music industry, asserting that it failed to support his father adequately. "He has worked on at least 70 films but nobody ever invited him. He was often addressed as Anu Malik’s brother," he said, emphasizing the overshadowing effect of Anu Malik’s fame.

The implications of these allegations are significant, not only for the Malik family dynamics but also for the broader music industry, which is often marked by competition and the struggle for recognition. Amaal further elaborated on the emotional toll this rivalry has taken on his father, stating that Daboo Malik dealt with depression from age 32 to 45, partially stemming from the pressures of the industry and familial competition.

Moreover, Amaal Mallik suggested that the competitive nature of the industry has led to betrayal from both family and peers, naming the composer duo Sajid-Wajid as additional figures who contributed to his father's struggles. This perspective raises questions about the collaborative nature of the music industry, where alliances can quickly turn into rivalries.

In a poignant reflection on his career, Amaal mentioned that he entered the music industry at the age of 16 with a desire to vindicate his father's legacy. "I just want to do something that people don’t address us as Anu Malik’s nephews but, introduce him as uncle of Armaan and Amaal," he articulated, revealing a deep-rooted desire for familial recognition and respect.

While the Malik family continues to navigate these complex dynamics, the public nature of Amaal's claims may incite further discourse regarding competition, family loyalty, and the quest for individual identity within the realms of artistic professions. As the industry evolves, the repercussions of such familial disputes will likely resonate across the music landscape, influencing both current and future generations of artists.