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Hasrat Mohani

Biography, Ghazals, Mushaira Videos & Sung Poetry

Sampooran Singh Kalra, known by his pen name Gulzar, is a contemporary legend whose simple yet profound poetry touches modern hearts with timeless wisdom and beauty. Born in Dina, British India (now Pakistan), Gulzar is not only a celebrated poet but also a renowned lyricist, filmmaker, and screenwriter. His unique style combines everyday language with deep metaphors, making complex emotions accessible to all. Gulzar's work spans across Hindi and Urdu literature, cinema, and television, earning him numerous accolades including the Sahitya Akademi Award, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and an Academy Award for the song "Jai Ho." His poetry explores themes of love, separation, nostalgia, and the human condition with remarkable sensitivity. Gulzar's ability to capture fleeting moments and emotions in simple yet powerful words has made him one of the most beloved poets of contemporary India.

Biography

Life and Work

Ghazals by Hasrat Mohani

Tod Kar Ahd-E-Karam Naa-Aashnaa Ho Jaayiye Bhulaataa Laakh Hoon Lekin Baraabar Yaad Aate Chupke Chupke Raat Din Aansoo Bahanaa Yaad Dil Ko Khayaal-E-Yaar Ne Makhmoor Kar Husn-E-Be-Parvaah Ko Khudbib-O-Khudaaraa Ka Kaise Chhupaaoon Raaz-E-Gham Didaa-E-Tar Ko Phir Bhi Hai Tum Ko Masihaai Kaa Daawaa Dekho Yaad Hain Saare Wo Aish-E-Baa-Faraagha Hai Mashq-E-Sukhan Jaari Chakki Ki Tair-E-Jaan Ke Siwaa Kis Ko Banaate Masti Ke Phir Aa Gaye Zamaane Raushan Jamaal-E-Yaar Se Hai Anjuman

Ghazals Sung by Famous Singers

Chupke Chupke Raat Din - Ghulam Ali Sheva Ishq Nahi Husn Ko Ruswa-Ghulam Ali Roshan Jamaal-e-Yaar Se Hai - Jagjit Singh Tod Kar Ahd-e-Karam Na Aashna-JagjitSingh Chupke chupke - Jagjit Singh (Kahkashan) Khayal-e-Ghair Ko Dil Se Mita Do-Vinod Sehgal Ab To Uth Sakta Nahin - Chitra Singh Khoob-Rooyon Se Yaariyaan Na - Ghulam

Short Two-Liners (Ash'aar)

Tanhaai (Solitude) Intezaar (Waiting) Aansoo (Tears) Bewafaai Khalish (Prick) Mareez-e-Ishq Raqeeb (Rival) Vasl (Union)