Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Composer, Entrepreneur |
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| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Date of Birth | 20/02/1954 |
| Age | 72 years |
| Birthplace | Larkana, Sindh, Pakistan |
Latest News about Abida Parveen
15/06/2025
Abida Parveen released a new collaborative album featuring contemporary Sufi tracks, blending traditional kafi and ghazal styles with modern instrumentation. The album, produced in collaboration with renowned Pakistani musicians, received widespread acclaim for its spiritual depth and artistic innovation.
01/03/2025
Abida Parveen was celebrated globally as the 'Queen of Sufi Music' during a major cultural event in Pakistan marking her 71st birthday. The event highlighted her enduring legacy in Sufi poetry and her contributions to mystical music, with tributes from international artists and Pakistani dignitaries.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Abida Parveen |
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| Other names | Living legend of Pakistan, Queen of Sufi music |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 163 cm |
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| Weight | 80 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Not Known |
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| Educational Qualification | Post Graduate |
Personal Life
| Zodiac Sign/Sun Sign | Pisces |
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| Religion | Islam |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Widow |
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| Husband/Spouse | Late Ghulam Hussain Sheikh (Senior Producer at Radio Pakistan) |
| Children |
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Family
| Father | Ghulam Haider (Singer, Music Teacher) |
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| Mother | Name |
| Siblings | 2 |
Career
| Debut |
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| Years active | 1973–present | ||||||
| Genres | Sufi, kafi, ghazal, qawwali, thumri, khyal, raga, Sufi rock, classical, semi-classical music | ||||||
| Instruments | Vocals, harmonium, percussions, Pump organ, Keyboard, Sitar | ||||||
| Labels | Coke studio, PTV, etc |
Social Media
| Website | https://abidaparveen.com.pk |
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| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSNPPqFy5rz8YFXS686LRAg |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Abida Parveen's smoking habits are not known. | |
| 2. It is also not known if she drinks alcohol. | |
| 3. She gained devotional inspiration from her father's musical school. | |
| 4. Abida Parveen sang her first complete kalam at the age of 3. | |
| 5. She received training from Ustad Salamat Ali Khan of Sham Chaurasia Gharana. | |
| 6. Her first breakthrough occurred in 1973 with a Sindhi song on Radio Pakistan. | |
| 7. Abida Parveen was honored with the Pride of Pakistan Award in 1984. | |
| 8. In 1993, she took Sufi Music to the global level with her first international concert. | |
| 9. She received the Sitara-e-Imtiaz in 2005. | |
| 10. In 2007, Abida Parveen collaborated with Shehzad Roy for a song titled 'Zindagi'. | |
| 11. During a performance in 2010, she suffered a heart attack. | |
| 12. She was a judge on the singing talent show 'Sur Kshetra' in 2012. | |
| 13. In the same year, she was honored with the 'Lifetime Achievement Award' in India. | |
| 14. Abida Parveen opened the two-floor venture 'Abida Parveen Gallerie' in 2012. | |
| 15. She was conferred with Hilal-i-Imtiaz in 2013. | |
| 16. Abida Parveen received the Ambassador's Recognition Award in UAE in 2015. | |
| 17. In 2016, she collaborated with Salim-Sulaiman for a special song. | |
| 18. Abida Parveen was named as SAARC's Peace Ambassador in 2017. | |
| 19. She was bestowed Pakistan's second highest civilian award, Hilal-e-Imtiaz, in 2012 and the highest civilian award, Nishan-e-Imtiaz, in March 2021, by the President of Pakistan. |