Renowned singer Rumana Morshed Kanak Chapa recently shared a lengthy message on her Facebook page, outlining her deep devotion to Islam and her commitment to religious observances. Identifying herself as a proud Bangladeshi and a practicing Muslim, the singer emphasized that her connection to her fans is based on mutual respect and affection.
Reflecting on her upbringing, Kanak Chapa noted that her father, Azizul Haque Morshed, was a deputy director at the Bangladesh Water Development Board and a versatile individual, while her mother, Momena Jahan, was a distinguished Islamic scholar and social worker. Although her parents were from Kazipur in Sirajganj, she was raised in Dhaka. She described herself as a lifelong learner and a socially conscious person, noting that her husband, Moinul Islam Khan, is a music director and composer.
Kanak Chapa stated that she firmly believes in the tenets of her faith. While she respects all religions, she expressed a profound, unapologetic love for Islam, Allah, and Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). She noted that she frequently reflects on her creator and the inevitability of death, viewing it as a necessary step to reach the divine. She added that she maintains a clear vision of the afterlife, Paradise, and divine judgment, and she finds hope and inspiration in these beliefs.
Addressing criticism, the singer remarked that those who mock the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) do so out of ignorance; she believes that if they truly understood his character, they would never engage in such behavior. She remains indifferent to those who criticize Islamic etiquette, stating that such insults do not affect her faith.
Regarding her personal development, she mentioned that she reads extensively, with a particular focus on the Holy Quran. She reads it in Arabic and continues to study its deeper meanings in Bengali. She challenged the common notion that humanity can be separated from religion, arguing that performing humanitarian work while maintaining one’s religious duties is not only possible but commendable. To her, using charity as an excuse to ignore religious guidelines is a form of evasion.
Kanak Chapa concluded her message by reiterating that religious rules exist to promote peace. She expressed skepticism toward the idea that one must abandon their faith to be considered “enlightened” or “civilized.” Emphasizing that she holds the values instilled by her family in high regard, she affirmed her choice to embrace Islam as a personal conviction rather than just a product of her heritage. She ended her statement with a prayer for the well-being of others and requested prayers for her family.
