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Amjad Islam Amjad,PP,Sitara-e-Imtiaz(Urdu:امجد اسلام امجد;4 August 1944 – 10 February 2023) was a PakistaniUrdu poet,screenwriter, playwright and lyricist.[1][2][3][4]
Amjad Islam Amjad امجد اسلام امجد | |
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Born | |
Died | 10 February 2023 | (aged 78)
Nationality | Pakistani(1947–2023) |
Alma mater | Government Islamia College Civil Lines,Lahore |
Occupation(s) | Poet, lyricist |
Known for | Poetry,drama,writing,editorial writing |
Spouse | Firdous Amjad |
Children | Ali Zeeshan Amjad |
Awards | Pride of Performancein 1987 Sitara-e-Imtiaz(Star of Excellence) Award (1998)Hilal-i-Imtiaz(2023) |
Website | amjadislamamjad |
The author of more than 70 books,[5]he received many awards for his literary work andscreenplayfor TV, includingPride of PerformanceandSitara-e-Imtiaz(Star of Excellence) Awards. Later on, he also received the prestigious Tamgh-e-Imtiaz in 1998.[1][2][6]
Biography
editAmjad was born inLahore,Punjab inBritish India(nowPakistan).[1][7]His family originally belonged toSialkot.[8]He received his secondary education in Lahore, and graduated fromGovernment Islamia College Civil Lines,Lahore. He was also member of the college cricket team and participated in the inter collegiate tournament. He gained aMasters of Artsdegree inUrdu literaturefromPunjab University.He began his career as a lecturer inGovt. M.A.O. College Lahore.[4]He worked as a director atPakistan Television Corporationfrom 1975 to 1979, before returning to teaching.[7][4][9]
In 1989, Amjad was appointed Director General of the Urdu Science Board. He had also worked as a project director of the Children Library Complex.[1][4]Amjad is the writer of many drama series for Pakistan Television Corporation includingWaris.He has written many columns, translation, criticism and essays while his main focus remained writingnazms,a type of Urdu poetry.[7]Among his most notable dramas areDehleez, Samandar, Raat, WaqtandApnay Log.[1]
He wrote the lyrics ofMann Ki Laganfor the 2003 moviePaap,the song which launched theBollywoodcareer ofRahat Fateh Ali Khan.[10]
In June 2008, he joined Urdu newspaperDaily Express[11]and wrote column with the title ofChasham-e-Tamasha.[11]
In December 2019, Amjad received the Necip Fazil International Culture and Art Award inIstanbul,Turkey.[12]
Amjad died from a cardiac arrest on 10 February 2023, at the age of 78.[13][14]
Legacy
editAmjad Islam Amjad has been a vital part of the literary world. some of his famous dramas include;Varis, Din, Fisharand many more. In 1975, his famous TV dramaKhuwab Jaagtay Hain wonan award.
He also translated the poetries of the African poets in Urdu calledKale Logon ki Roshan Nazmein.
Amjad Islam Amjad also wrote dramas based on criticism. He has been honoured with many national and international awards.[6]He was a member of Blessing for All foundation.[15][16][17][18]
Awards and honours
edit- Sitara-i-Imtiaz(Star of Excellence) Award by thePresident of Pakistan(1998)[1][2]
- Pride of PerformanceAward by thePresident of Pakistan(1987)[1][2]
- National Hijra Iqbal Award (Best Book of Poetry: Fishaar) (1982)[citation needed]
- Writers Guild Award (Best Translation Work: Aks) (1976)[citation needed]
- Best Playwright,PTVAwards (1980, 1984, 1998, 1999 and 2001)[19]
- Karachi Arts CouncilAward, (Best Book of Prose: Nai Puraney) (1991)[citation needed]
- Special President Award (TV Serial: Waris) (1980)[citation needed]
- Best Nazam Nigar of the Year "Biaaz" Award (2005)[citation needed]
- Best Film Writer Nigar Award (2 Awards) (1982–1987)[20]
- Agfa Award (1987)[citation needed]
- Bolan Award (2 Awards) (1987–1995)[citation needed]
- TV Serial Waris (Published in Chinese Language) (1987)[citation needed]
- TV Serial Waris (Dubbed in Chinese Language & Telecasted on Chinese TV National Network) (1988)[citation needed]
- Amjad Islam Amjad Art & Personality (Compilation Of Writings About Art & Personality of Amjad Islam Amjad) (1996)[citation needed]
- Special Edition of Monthly” Chahaar Su "(2001)[citation needed]
- Special Edition of Monthly "Biaaz" (2003)[citation needed]
- Jashn-E-Amjad Islam Amjad, Doha- Dubai (2001)[citation needed]
- PTVAwards (12 total including Silver Jubilee Award) (1989)[2]
- Recipient of Graduate Awards (16 Awards total as 'Best Writer') (1975 To 2000)[1][2]
- National Award, Best Book of Poetry "Sahilon Ki Hawa" (2000)[citation needed]
- Ahmed Nadeem QasmiAward, Best Book of Poetry "Yaheen Kaheen" (2006)[citation needed]
- 20th Aalmi Frogh-e-Urdu Adab Award (2016)[21]
- Necip Fazil International Culture and Art Award[22]
- Hilal-i-ImtiazAward by the President of Pakistan (2023)[23]
Bibliography
editPTV drama serials
edit- Waris(1979 to 1980)[1][2]
- Dehleez(1981)[1]
- Samandar(1983)
- Waqt(1986)
- Fishaar
- Raat[1]
- Din(1992)[1]
- Eendhen
- Inkaar
- Chacha Abdul Baqi(short)
- Daman Ki Aag(short)
- Lahu Meain Phool(short)
Private serials
edit- Agar
- Girah
- Zamana
- Bandagi
- Sheeraza
- Sher-Dil
Long plays (PTV)
edit- Bazdeed
- Dukhon Ki Chadar
- Apnay Log
- Laikin
- Dhund Ke Uss Par
- Sham Se Pehley
- Nizam Lohaar
- Ghanti
- TV, TV
- Ye Kinara Chala Ke Naau Chali
- Baazgasht
- Abhi Tou Mein Jawan Hun
- Mutthi Se Phisalti Rait
- Aag Sab Ko Jalati Hai
- Johar
- Nazdeek
Short plays (25 minutes, PTV)
edit- Jo Yun Hota Tou Kya Hota
- Aap Kal Aaiye
- Taale Mand Ki Pareshaniyan
- Deewar Ke Iss Par-Uss Par
- Makan Ki Talaash Mein
- Shauq Bohat Hai
- Sheesha-O-Sang
General plays (50 minutes, PTV)
edit- Aakhri Khawab(1973)[1]
- Barzakh (1974)[1]
- Moum Ki Guriya (1974)[1]
- Khwab Jagtey Hain (1975)[1]
- Ya Naseeb Clinic
- Balkani
- Sauda
- Ahl-E-Nazar
- Shabzad
- Rubaroo
- Suragh E Sahar
- Pichli Raat Ka Chand
- Sawaal
- Mere Bhi Hain Kuch Khwab
- Gardish
- Jaras
- Bachon Ka Bagh
- Ehsas E Ziyan
- Apna Ghar
- Zindagi Ke Miley Mein
- Ulti Churri
- Sooraj Bhi Tamashai
- Paras Pathar
- Doosra Qadam
- Apney Hissey Ka Bhouj
- Tawaan
- Isi Ka Naam Duniya Hai
- Ghairon Se Kaha Tum Ne
- Idher Udher Se
- Zero Point
- Abhi Nahi Kabhi Nahi
- Tasalsul
- Girti Hui Deewar
- Aakhri Tamatar
- Qutab Sitara
- Qafla E Sakht Jan
- Ghar
- Pewasta Reh Shajar Se
- Phir Yun Huwa[1]
- Apni Khudi Pehchaan
- Mere Khawab Reza Reza
- Bakrey Ki Shadi
- Basharat
- Zero Point 2
- Bara Andhera Hai
- Eesaar
- Eid Ka Tohfa
Adapted plays
edit- Kan Russ
- Bandagi Bechargi
- Bura Aadmi
- Aks Aur Aainey
- Dehaktey Khwab
- Waris[1]
- Manzil Hai Kahan
- Gard Bad E Hayat
- Rifi Ki Duniya
- Ehsaan
- Sannata
- Baitey Baitiyan
- Amar Bail
- Hisaab
- Summander Ke Nichey
- Dou Gaz Zameen
- Namak Haram
- Ghanti
- Bara Andhera Hai
- Barf Mein Lagi Aag
- Chacha Abdul Baqi
- Lahu Mei Phool
Punjabi plays
edit- Nehle Te Dehla
- Khauta Sikka
- Bhukh
Plays for children
edit- Jadu Ki Sheeshi
- Bahadur Shehzada
- Daal Mei Kala
Stage plays
edit- Ghar Aya Mehmaan
- Dastak
- Kis Ko Keh Rahe Ho
Short films
edit- Doosri Taraf
- Beneath The Sea
Tele film
edit- Aaina
Audio albums
edit- Muhabbat Aisa Darya Hai
- Hum Us Ke Hain
- Raat Sammundar Mein
- Mere Bhi Hain Kuch Khawab
- More than 150 of his songs for films, TV And radio have been recorded by singersNusrat Fateh Ali Khan,UstadHamid Ali Khan,folk and sufi songs performerAbida Parveen,ghazal singersGhulam Ali,Iqbal Bano,Jagjit Singh,Noor Jehanand many other singers.[2]
Publications
editPublication | Type | Year |
Barzakh[2] | Poetry | 1974 |
Aks | Translation of Modern Resistance Poetry Of Palestine | 1976 |
Saatwan Dar | Poetry | 1978 |
Waris[2] | TV Serial | 1980 |
Kalay Logon Ki Roshan Nazmein | Translations of the Blacks' Poetry From US & Africa | 1981 |
Dehleez | TV Serial | 1982 |
Fishar | Poetry | 1982 |
Shaher Der Shaher | Travelogue | 1988 |
Zara Phir Se Kehna | Poetry | 1988 |
Aankhon Mein Tere Sapney | Lyrics | 1989 |
Chashm-E-Tamasha | Columns | 1990 |
Lahu Mein Phool | Adapted Plays | 1990 |
Nai Puraney | A new Look on Classic Urdu Poetry | 1991 |
Apney Log | Long Plays | 1991 |
In The Last Days Of Autumn | English Translation of Selected Poetry | 1991 |
Khizaan Ke Akhri Din | Collected Works (Poetry) | 1991 |
Yeh Afsaney | Selection And Criticism of Short Stories | 1992 |
Kehkashan | Anthology of Urdu Poetesses | 1992 |
Us Paar | Poetry | 1992 |
Resham Resham | Travelogue | 1992 |
Waqt | TV Serial | 1993 |
Itne Khwab Kahan Rakhun Gaa | Poetry | 1994 |
Ya Naseeb Clinic[2] | Comedy Plays | 1995 |
Khatay Meethay | Columns | 1995 |
Sapne Baat Nahi Karte | Lyrics | 1995 |
Din | TV Serial | 1995 |
Raat | TV Serial | 1995 |
Samundar | TV Serial | 1997 |
Baarish Ki Awaz | Poetry | 1997 |
Dakhtey Chale Gaey | Columns | 1998 |
Sahar Aasar | Poetry | 1998 |
Nayi Aankhen Purane Khwab | Columns | 1999 |
Sapne Kaise Baat Karein | Lyrics | 1999 |
Jahannam Ki Dasween Gehrai | Translation | 1999 |
Mere Bhi Hain Kuch Khwab | Collected "Nazmein" | 1999 |
Hum Us Ke Hain | Collected "Ghazlein" | 1999 |
Sahilon Ki Hawa | Collected "Ghazlein" | 1999 |
Sahilon Ki Hawa | Poetry | 2000 |
Bandagi | TV series | 2001 |
Chaoon | Columns | 2002 |
Phir Yun Huwa | Poetry | 2003 |
Mohabbat Aisa Dariya Hai | Selected Poems | 2004 |
Saat Din | Travelogue | 2004 |
Autograph | Selection Of Majeed Amjad's Poetry | 2004 |
Tere Dhayaan Ki Taiz Hawa | Selected Poems | 2004 |
Desperate In Love | Selected English Translations | 2004 |
Love Encompasses All | English Translations | 2005 |
Yahin Kahin | Poetry | 2006 |
Teesrey Pehar Ki Dhoop | Columns | 2007 |
Khwab Jagte Hein | Selected Plays | 2007 |
Sapno Se Bhari Aankhen | Collected Lyrics | 2008 |
Chalo Japan Chaltey Hein | Travelogue | 2008 |
Asbab | Hamd-O-Naat | 2008 |
Yeh Mera Shehr-Esukhan | Selection of Parveen Shakir's Poetry | 2008 |
Nazdeek | Poetry | 2009 |
Dhund Ke Us Paar | Columns | 2009 |
Raat Samundar Mein | Selection of Ghazals | 2010 |
Sham Saray | Poetry | 2012 |
Koi Din Aur | Columns (Condolence) | 2012 |
Shifting Sands | Translations In English | 2011 |
Baatein Kerte Din | Poetry | 2014 |
Kara Bayu | Translations in Turkish | 2014 |
Cento Poesie D’amore | Translations in Italian | 2014 |
Geet Hamaray | Songs For Children (3 Volumes) | 2015 |
Girah | TV Serial | 2017 |
Chirag E Rehguzar | Columns | 2017 |
Safar Parey | Travelogues | 2018 |
Zindagi Ke Meley Mein | Poetry | 2018 |
Such Ki Talaash Mein | Criticism | 2018 |
Al Hub-O-Nahar | Translations In Arabic | 2018 |
See also
editReferences
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