Daboo Mallik, the veteran music composer, recently opened up about his sons, Amaal and Armaan Malik, and the dynamics within their family, particularly regarding their careers. In a recent interview, Daboo admitted that he and his wife may have inadvertently given more attention to Armaan's aspirations, overlooking Amaal's desire to be a star in his own right. He acknowledged this oversight as a parenting flaw, emphasizing that they "forgot he wanted to be a superstar too".

Daboo's reflections come in the wake of Amaal's earlier remarks about his uncle, Anu Malik, and the professional challenges his father faced. Amaal had claimed that Anu Malik often tried to undermine Daboo's work, creating a difficult environment for his father. Daboo, however, suggested that Amaal's public airing of these grievances was "unnecessary," stating that such private family matters should remain private. He believes everyone faces challenges and that few are willing or able to offer support in today's competitive environment.

Amaal had previously shared his perspective on the professional rivalry between his father and uncle, recounting instances where Anu Malik allegedly sabotaged Daboo's projects. He described how Daboo was often referred to merely as "Anu Malik's brother," a label Amaal resented and sought to change. This fueled his ambition to ensure that his father's talent received due recognition. Amaal also brought up the sexual harassment allegations against Anu Malik during the #MeToo movement, stating that he chose not to support his uncle and was embarrassed by the accusations.

Daboo acknowledged that the struggles he faced early in his career were often discussed at home, and those dinner conversations remained in Amaal’s memory. Daboo explained that, over time, Amaal may have interpreted those situations from his own perspective, leading him to believe injustices had occurred. However, Daboo also emphasized that Anu Malik has worked hard throughout his life.

Despite the challenges and past grievances, Daboo shared that a deep and heartfelt reconciliation has taken place within the family. He revealed that he spent 15 days in Amaal's arms, using that time to clear up misunderstandings. Daboo also expressed that Amaal and Armaan now inspire him to embrace the limelight.

Furthermore, Daboo addressed Amaal's past emotional struggles, including a painful breakup in 2019. Amaal had revealed that his relationship ended due to religious differences, a difficult experience that Daboo acknowledged and supported his son through. Daboo publicly reached out to Amaal, reminding him that he is always there for him. Amaal had mentioned that working on "Kabir Singh" coincided with this heartbreak, making it a particularly challenging period. He shared that his ex-partner's parents were against his religion and career, which ultimately led to their separation.

The Mallik family's journey reflects the complexities of familial relationships, professional ambitions, and the importance of reconciliation. Daboo's candidness about his parenting and Amaal's emotional revelations provide insight into the dynamics that have shaped their lives and careers.