Quick Info
| Profession | Poet, Lyricist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 08/03/1921 |
| Age | 59 years (died on 25, Oct, 1980) |
| Birthplace | Ludhiana, Punjab, British India |
| Date of Death | 25/10/1980 |
Latest News about Sahir Ludhianvi
Despite his significant contributions to Indian cinema and literature, Sahir Ludhianvi's legacy is fading in his hometown of Ludhiana, particularly in the Field Ganj area where he grew up. Many current residents are unaware of his historical connection to the area, and there are no memorials or boards to commemorate his birthplace.
Javed Akhtar revealed that Sahir Ludhianvi was paid in prime real estate by B.R. Chopra, acquiring a 4,000 sq ft bungalow on Bandra Bandstand in the 1970s for Rs 5 lakh. This anecdote highlights the significant financial recognition Sahir received for his work, contrasting with his often-cited uncompromising stance on fair compensation for lyricists.
On Sahir Ludhianvi's birth anniversary, his role as an original rebel in Bollywood was highlighted, particularly his insistence on being paid one rupee more than the music composer. This demand was not driven by greed but by a desire to elevate the status and respect for lyricists in the film industry.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Abdul Hayee |
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| Pen Name | Sahir Ludhianvi |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 183 cm |
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Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Khalsa High School, Ludhiana, Punjab |
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| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Atheist |
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| Hobbies | Reading, Travelling |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Fazal Mohammed |
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| Mother | Sardar Begum |
Career
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Favourites
| Poet | Faiz Ahmad Faiz |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He was born in a red sandstone haveli in Karimpura, Ludhiana, Punjab. | |
| 2. He studied at Satish Chander Dhawan Government College For Boys in Ludhiana. | |
| 3. He was elected President of the Student Federation. | |
| 4. He worked as editor of Urdu magazines like Shaahkaar, Adaab-e-Lateef, and Savera. | |
| 5. He was a member of the Progressive Writers’ Association. | |
| 6. After the partition of India, he fled from Lahore to Delhi. | |
| 7. He built a bungalow named Parchaiyaan in Bombay (now Mumbai). | |
| 8. In 1944, he met Amrita Pritam and had a complex relationship with her. | |
| 9. Despite having relationships, he did not marry. | |
| 10. He was known for penning hit Bollywood songs with deep social commentary. | |
| 11. His writings had a distinct style different from his contemporaries. | |
| 12. He was a critic of consumerism, war, and politics in his works. | |
| 13. The auditorium at S.C.D. Government College, Ludhiana, is named after him. | |
| 14. A commemorative stamp was issued in his honor by India Post on March 8, 2013. |