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"In this very instant, it felt like the world came crashing down": Dimash Kudaibergen opens up about his mind-bending journey, the night he "lost control" and the moments he's thankful for a disastrous party
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Renowned singer Dimash Kudaibergen sat down for an intimate chat with journalist Nadya Streletz, discussing the pinnacle of his global stardom that left him baffled, the embarrassment following a "tippled" concert in Samara, and a scandalous event, along with explaining why he remains unattached.
On "celebrity ennui"
The journalist observed that Dimash Kudaibergen is the Kazakh singer who made a significant impact on the Western music scene. The artist acknowledged that this widespread acclaim at times overwhelmed him, but he's not nostalgic for the days of collaborating with global stars.
CultureReport from a resort plagued by oil: "Anapa's beaches have never been so clean!"videoCulture"Let me tell you, I took the red pill that led me to expand my horizons. I'm like someone who's conquered Mt. Everest and is yearning for more. The insatiable force within me is always on the lookout for the next peak. I crossed paths with Amy Winehouse, Michael Jackson. While I was awed by these accomplishments, I found my world spinning out of control. 'Me, me, me'... I became sick and tired of myself. I felt like smashing everything in sight", - Kudaibergen revealed.
The artist underscored the importance of his upbringing and honesty in helping him overcome the "celebrity syndrome" and finding his way back to himself.
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On lessons learned and gratitude for blunders
The discussion also delved into the scandalous Samara performance and the notorious event:
"Really, I owe a lot to these experiences. Each setback, I've processed andAll these situations, that's a rich research lab for me, where I study human nature. You can't learn more about a person than by observing them in the midst of misfortune, when they stumble, brush themselves off, get back up again - that's a biography", shared Kudaibergen.
And Kudaibergen isn't afraid to own up to his missteps, paving the way for public apologies:
"I've made mistakes, and I haven't shied away from acknowledging that. Sometimes, I tap into the collective unconscious. It's not mystical. It's psychology, maybe even a bit psychoanalysis. There came a moment when I asked myself, why this happens to me? I'm such a good person. I remember when I was robbed, and my safe was swiped. Watches, some diamonds that were given to me just once. I asked myself, 'I'm such a good person, I haven't wronged anyone?' I'm honest with people. I try as much as I can, though it's not always possible, to refrain from oversharing. I think it's not healthy. This naive sincerity may be admirable, but there should be some boundaries."
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On Illnesses
In February 2022, the artist underwent a life-changing operation, marking yet another milestone in his life. Dimash Kudaibergen disclosed that he forewent anesthesia during treatment, in search of a deeper understanding of the universe.
"In 2022, in February, I was slated for surgery. And it seemed to me that the external turmoil gripping our country, along with the surgery I was about to undergo, was horrifying, even scary. Everything taking place on the surface of our world appeared to be magnified. My consciousness was generating it all. It was happening parallel to the horror, the terror of the external world. And my surgery was unique, and at the same time I refused anesthesia, pushing myself through the pain, untreatable wounds, in order to comprehend even more, dig deeper to uncover some hidden truths, to oblige myself, to impose on myself, to make huge promises."
I dug deep. You know, into the essence of life, those cornerstones, some manipulations that happened later, I did without painkillers, holding myself accountable, to more thoroughly grasp what it is, how it is, to excavate some buried truths, to make myself responsible, to give immense obligations.
Regarding the rumors about severe diagnoses, Kudaibergen dismissed them:
"I don't have HIV, please excuse the repetition, they've talked about it a lot - I don't have it. I'm not going to air my personal issues. I'm in optimal health. The only thing is, after a fracture, my blood vessels on my left leg are somewhat compromised, but otherwise I'm in excellent shape."
On Love
Despite longing for that fateful encounter, Kudaibergen confessed that his romantic pursuits often evolve into friendships.
"I've known so much love that morphed into friendship. You see, you pay a high price for past relationships - it's easier to revive them than to embark on new ones. I admire my family, my parents who made it through that time when trust, understanding, and each person looking out for themselves - that's a challenge. You can't fully trust someone's sincerity. To stand firm for the long haul... it's not possible now", Kudaibergen shared.
- Dimash Kudaibergen, during his conversation with journalist Nadya Streletz, spoke about his interactions with celebrities like Amy Winehouse and Michael Jackson, expressing his feelings of being overwhelmed yet intrigued by the pop-culture scene.
- Kudaibergen further revealed that he learned valuable lessons from various challenging situations in his life, including embarrassing performances and scandals, stating that these experiences serve as a rich lab for studying human nature and understanding oneself better, thereby accepting the 'celebrity' tag without losing his identity in the entertainment industry.
