Rapper Ptah, whose real name is David Nuriev, appeared on the program “Tasty with Anfisa Chekhova,” scheduled to air on TV-3 on August 31. The conversation gave viewers a window into the artist’s early life and the personal journeys that shaped his path in music and public life.
Nuriev opened up about his relocation to Moscow, a decision driven by the upheavals tied to the Karabakh conflict. Born in Baku, he and his family left when he was nine years old, seeking safety and new opportunities in the Russian capital. He recalled that Moscow felt unwelcoming at first, describing the city as a rough reception for their family during a difficult transition. The move, he explained, came with a sense of dislocation and cultural strain that affected them on a daily basis.
He described a harsh period at school, where the family’s newcomers faced not just the usual teenage challenges but a climate of suspicion and prejudice. Nuriev recounted encounters with bullying and with educators who perceived them through a lens of difference, making the adjustment feel even more daunting. His reflections suggest a broader cultural struggle that many immigrant families navigate as they try to build a new home in a city that isn’t always ready to embrace newcomers.
On the first day of school in Moscow, Nuriev faced another obstacle: he arrived wearing a uniform and a tie, a sight that stood in contrast to the local customs at the time. He noted that the educational culture he encountered was different from the one he expected, where the emphasis on formal attire and pioneer traditions had faded away. In this new environment, jeans and sneakers symbolized a different kind of belonging and a shift in rules for pupils navigating a fresh start.
Beyond his personal anecdotes, headlines continued to follow Nuriev’s professional life. In May, reports indicated that he owed nearly a million rubles to the Federal Tax Service, a financial issue that drew public attention. Life and other outlets cited that bailiffs had initiated enforcement proceedings related to unpaid fines, adding a layer of controversy to the public image of the artist. These developments highlight the often complex intersection between a public figure’s artistic career and the administrative demands that accompany financial responsibilities.
Earlier updates had teased the forthcoming episode of the series “Survive Dubai,” building anticipation for viewers who track Nuriev’s evolving narrative across media appearances. The details of that upcoming segment were circulated by various outlets, underscoring ongoing media interest in his personal and professional trajectory. [Life] [Shot]