Kaifi Azmi

Twenty-four years after his passing, Kaifi Azmi's profound words continue to inspire, addressing social issues and romanticism. A special postal cover honored the legendary poet, with daughter Shabana Azmi expressing how his presence remains palpable. His verses offer solace and a call for change in today's challenging world, proving his enduring relevance.

Mumbai's G5A hosted 'Rasa: Feeling as Form,' a panel discussion exploring the enduring relevance of the ancient Natyasastra's aesthetic theories. Artists and cultural figures discussed how Rasas, Bhavas, and Dhvani continue to inspire contemporary dance, poetry, and cinema, bridging heritage with modern artistic expression.

Lucknow's Urdu Academy celebrated the 105th birth anniversary of theatre personality Comrade Shankar Dayal Tewari, honoring Padma Shri recipient Dr. Anil Rastogi. Renowned writer Javed Akhtar shared personal reflections on Lucknow's cultural heritage and his literary journey, captivating the audience with his insights and engaging in a lively Q&A session.

Urdu poet and lyricist Kaifi Azmi was remembered at a musical programme organized by the Indian People's Theatre Association at Kaifi Azmi Academy on Sunday to mark the 104th birth anniversary of the poet.

The celebration of Kaifi Azmi's 106th birth anniversary drew artists, writers, and film personalities. The event featured a soulful Sufi music performance by Pooja Gaitonde and highlighted Azmi's commitment to social change, as exemplified by his work in Mijwan. Shabana Azmi shared insights into her father's impactful life and values.

LUCKNOW: Here's some good news for the literary buffs. The city might soon have a library and an auditorium in the memory of the eminent Urdu poet Kaifi Azmi.

A seminar was organised by the department of Urdu, Lucknow Christian PG College, with the help of Uttar Pradesh Urdu Academy, on Tuesday.

The Arts Council in Karachi has invited veteran actor Shabana Azmi and her husband, screenwriter Javed Akhtar, for a conference which will pay tributes to her father, noted poet Kaifi Azmi.

Shabana Azmi looking forward to the Kaifi Azmi centenary celebration in Kolkata

The annual Kaifi Award function in remembrance of the Urdu poet and lyricist will be held on Sunday, February 8 at Ravindralay, Charbagh

To celebrate Kaifi Azmi's centenary a screening of Shabana Azmi's brother Baba Azmi's film 'Me Raqsam' was hosted in Juhu.

Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi were recently in Doon for a poetry fest dedicated to eminent Urdu poet, Kaifi Azmi, where Akhtar got nostalgic about his childhood trips to Dehradun and Mussoorie

MUMBAI: Several prominent film and theatre personalities paid rich tributes to progressive poet Kaifi Azmi on his first death anniversary at Prithvi Theatre on Friday night. The programme was organised by the Indian People's Theatre Association with which he had been associated for several decades.

The actor-director is gearing up to celebrate the birth centenary of two stalwarts — Kaifi Azmi and Subhash Mukhopadhyay.

"When I told Kaifi Sahab that I want to become an actress, he said he would always support me. But he asked me to promise myself that whatever I choose to do, I'll do my best," veteran actress and Kaifi Azmi's daughter Shabana Azmi said remembering her father at an event in Delhi on June 10.

Office-bearers elected: Following have been elected office-bearers of the executive committee of All India Postal Employees Union Class-III, GPO Division, Lucknow.

LUCKNOW: Governor Vishnukant Shastri, chief minister Mayawati and leaders of various political parties and cultural organisations have condoled the death of the doyen of Urdu poetry Kaifi Azmi who passed away in Mumbai on Friday after prolonged illness.

With the sole purpose of educating girl children across the country, veteran actress Shabana Azmi collaborated with an organization that builds home science labs for school dropouts.

Recently, 'Kaifinama: A Celebration of the Art and Times of Kaifi Azmi', based on the life of Shabana Azmi's father, was screened at a film festival.

Names of music greats Ustad Bismillah Khan, Bhimsen Joshi and lyricist poet Kaifi Azmi will now grace major road stretches in the city.

The annual Kaifi Azmi award function in remembrance of Urdu poet and lyricist Syed Athar Husain Rizvi, popularly known as Kaifi Azmi, was held at Ravindralaya here on Sunday

Kaifi Azmi's sixth death anniversary was celebrated in a somber manner.

The event will see the presence of Javed Akhtar, Ustad Zakir Hussain, singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan and Baba Azmi.

Last year, on January 13, the National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA), presented a special programme 'Raag Shayari', to commemorate the birth centenary of legendary poet, writer, and lyricist, Kaifi Azmi.

Shabana Azmi reminisces about the golden era of Hindi cinema in an interview, recalling Guru Dutt's reserved demeanor and her father Kaifi Azmi's unique music creation process. Contrary to conventional methods, Kaifi Azmi believed in crafting the tune before lyrics, metaphorically likening it to finding a suitable 'corpse' for a prepared 'grave.' Shabana also shares an anecdote about the iconic song 'Waqt Ne Kiya Kya Haseen Sitam,' highlighting Guru Dutt's passion for music despite limited Urdu knowledge.

To remember late Kamal Amrohi, Kaifi Azmi and Meena Kumari, the Indian Heritage & Health Care Centre, recently organised Dayar-e-Ishq, at the India International Centre.

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