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Rahat Indori

Biography, Ghazals, Mushaira Videos & Sung Poetry

Rahat Qureshi, known by his pen name Rahat Indori, was one of the most popular contemporary Urdu poets whose powerful verses resonated with millions across the world. Born in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Rahat was not only a celebrated poet but also a distinguished professor of Urdu literature. His poetry is characterized by its bold social commentary, revolutionary spirit, and ability to express the anger and aspirations of common people. Rahat's famous couplets like "Sabhi Ka Khoon Hai Shamil Yahan Ki Mitti Mein" and "Bulati Hai Magar Jaane Ka Nahi" became anthems at protest gatherings and mushairas. His verses fearlessly challenged injustice, communalism, and oppression while celebrating human dignity and resistance. Rahat was also a successful film lyricist, writing songs for Bollywood that carried his signature style. His mushaira performances were legendary, often drawing crowds of thousands who would chant his verses. Rahat received numerous awards and his popularity transcended linguistic and religious boundaries. He passed away in 2020 due to COVID-19, leaving behind a legacy of poetry that continues to inspire and empower people.

Biography

Life and Work

Ghazals by Rahat Indori

Chehron Ki Dhoop Aankhon Ki Gehraai Le Chamakte Lafz Sitaron Se Cheen Laaye Hai Agar Khilaf Hai Hone Do Jaan Thodi Hai Mohalla Saain Saain Kar Raha Hai Ajnabi Khuwahishen Seenen Main Daba Aankh Pyaasi Hai Koi Manzar De Tum Pukar Lo Tumhara Intezaar Hai Uski Katthai Aankhon Me Hain Jantar Mantar Wafa Ko Aazmana Chahiye Tha Teergi Chaand Ke Zeene Se Sahar Tak Pahunchi Samandaron Me Muafiq Hawa Chalaata Hai Shahar Main Dhoond Raha Hoon Ke Sahaara Sab Hunar Apni Buraai Main Dikhaai Denge Safar Ki Had Hai Wahaan Tak Ke Kuch Nishaan Purane Shahar Ke Manzar Nikalne Lagte Hain Rishton Ki Dhoop Chaaon Se Azaad Ho Gaye Peshaaniyon Pe Likhe Muqaddar Nahin Mile Masjidon Ke Sahan Tak Jaana Bahut Dushwaar Tha Log Har Mod Pe Ruk Ruk Ke Sambhalte Kyun Kahan Wo Khwaab Mahal Taajdaaron Waale Dosti Jab Kisi Se Ki Jaaye Intezamaat Naye Sire Se Sambhaale Jaayen Jab Main Duniya Ke Liye Bech Ke Ghar Ayaa Har Ek Chehre Ko Zakhmon Ka Aaina Na Kaho Ghar Se Soch Ke Nikla Hun Ki Mar Jaana Kitni Pee Kaise Kati Raat Mujhe Hosh Nahin

Mushaira Videos

Best of Rahet Indori Part 1 Best of Rahet Indori Part 2 Mushaira - Classic Shayari Rahat Indori - Ashaar Mushaira - Banaras Waale Mushaira - Basti Wasti Mushaira - Siyaahi Ke Tarafdaar Mushaira - Agar Khilaf Hain Mushaira - Dubai 2012 Mushaira-Partapgarh-2011 Mushaira - Bimaar Ko Maraz Ki Dawa Mushaira - Jo De Rahe Hain Tumhen Phal Mushaira - Kabhi Dimagh Kabhi Dil Rahat Indori-Mushaira- Bahut Khoob Mushaira - Log Har Mod Pe Ruk Ruk Ke Mushaira - Malegaon - Toofaanon se Mushaira - Katihar Naatiya Mushaira Jaipur - Part 1 Naatiya Mushaira Jaipur - Part 2 Mushaira - Muscat - 2008 - Uski Mushaira-Muscat - 2008 - Kaam Sab Ghair Mushaira-Muscat - 2008 - Yeh Qainchian Mushaira- Muscat 2008 Kis Ne Dastak Di Mushaira Gonda - Apne Hathon Ko Woh Mushaira Gonda Ham Apne Aansuon Ko Chun Mushaira -IIT KANPUR Mushaira - Jashn-e-Lucknow 2007 Mushaira Jashn-e-Lucknow Toofaanon Se Aankh Mushaira - Datia Part 1 Mushaira - Datia Part 2 Mushaira - Datia Part 3 Mushaira - Datia Part 5 Mushaira - Datia Part 7 Mushaira - Datia Part 8 Mushaira - Datia Part 9 Mushaira - Kisi Shayar Se Muhabbat Ho jaaye Mushaira- Maza To December Ke Baad Aayega Mushaira- Chandigarh Punjab Dikhayen Ge Chand Ko Chhat Pe Bula Loonga Ishara Karke

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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