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Ahmad Faraz

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Syed Ahmad Shah, known by his pen name Ahmad Faraz, was one of the most celebrated Urdu poets of Pakistan, renowned for his romantic ghazals and progressive political poetry. Born in Kohat, Pakistan, Faraz's poetry captured the hearts of millions across the subcontinent with its passionate expression of love and bold critique of political oppression. His ghazals dealt with themes of love, separation, and longing with remarkable intensity and beauty. Faraz was also known for his courageous political poetry that challenged dictatorships and spoke for democracy and human rights. He spent years in self-imposed exile due to his opposition to military rule. His famous collections include "Tanha Tanha," "Dard-e-Ashna," and "Sab Awazein Meri Hain." Faraz received numerous awards including the Hilal-e-Imtiaz (which he later returned in protest) and the UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Prize. His poetry continues to be immensely popular and is regularly performed at mushairas worldwide.

Biography

Life and Work

Ghazals by Ahmad Faraz

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Mushaira Videos

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Ghazals Sung by Famous Singers

Ranjish Hi Sahi - Mehdi Hasan Shola Tha Jal Bujha Hoon - Mehdi Hasan Ab Ke Hum Bichray - Mehdi Hassan Shaayad- Jagjit Singh Yeh Aalam Shaukh Ka Dekha Na-Tahira Sayyed Ab Ke Tajdeed- E-Wafa- Mehnaz Phir Kisi Rahguzar Par Shayad- Ghulam Ali Zindagi Se Yehi Gila Hai Mujhe- Ghulam Ali

Short Two-Liners (Ash'aar)

Dosti (Friendship) Bazm (Gathering) Khat (Letter) Ghar (Home) Saaqi (Cup-bearer) Sharab (Wine) Shama (Candle) Ghazal Collections

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