Malaysian artiste Nick Chung (middle) is urging everyone to pray for his father's speedy recovery. Photo: Nick Chung/Facebook
Malaysian singer Nick Chung experienced his "most painful Chinese New Year" yet as his father slipped into a coma following a severe asthma attack.
In a recent Facebook post, Chung said his father's asthma was triggered by accidentally inhaling smoke from fireworks.
"He suddenly had difficulty breathing. (His body) turned purple and became stiff and cold. We rushed him to the hospital," the 43-year-old wrote.
Chung revealed that his father's heart stopped twice. However, the doctor managed to get it beating again after performing CPR.
He said: "He is now being kept alive by machines and is in a coma. The doctor said it all depends on whether my dad has the willpower to hold on. Hopefully, a miracle will happen."
Chung added that he won't be accepting any media interviews for now and urged everyone to pray for his father's swift recovery.
The singer also reminded everyone to be brave in expressing their love for their parents.
"Remember to tell your parents 'I love you' and don't forget to take photos with them. There are so many things I want to say to my dad right now but I can't.
"Dad, you must stay strong. You must wake up! I really love you," he wrote.
According to a research paper by Gouder and Montefort in 2014, harmful contaminants spread through the air when fireworks are ignited.
Exposure to these particles may aggravate the conditions of those with respiratory illnesses such as asthma or sinusitis.
