Quick Info
| Profession | Lyricist, Poet, Screenwriter |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 27/02/1976 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Birthplace | Gauriganj, Amethi District, Uttar Pradesh |
Latest News about Manoj Muntashir
11/08/2026
Manoj Muntashir reacted to AR Rahman’s remarks on Chhaava, criticizing the idea that the Hindi film industry is communally biased. He argued that India’s biggest film stars and the industry itself have long been inclusive, and he challenged the implication that religious preference governs success or recognition.
26/07/2026
Manoj Muntashir publicly said that Adipurush was the biggest mistake of his life and apologized for defending it. He later repeated that the film was a failed attempt and said it should not be compared with the Ramayana.
22/07/2026
Manoj Muntashir responded to the NEET paper leak student protests by saying he supported the students' pain and wanted accountability from the government. He also rejected media claims that he opposed the students, clarifying that he stands with them while criticizing those he believed were misrepresenting the protest.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Manoj Shukla |
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| Nickname | Manu |
| Stage Name | Manoj Muntashir Shukla |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm (5' 8") |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Education | Bachelor Of Science |
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| College/University | University of Allahabad |
| School | A Convent School, Gauriganj; HAL School, Korwa |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Caste | Brahmin |
| Hobbies | Reading, Writing, Traveling |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Neelam Muntashir (Writer) |
| Children | Aaru |
Career
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Favourites
| Dessert | Jalebi |
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| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Singer | Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan |
| Film | Titanic (1997) |
| Lyricist(s) | Shailendra, Santosh Anand |
| Music Composer | Khayyam |
| Poet(s) | Majrooh Sultanpuri, Sahir Ludhianvi, Mirza Ghalib |
| Poem(s) | Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein by Sahir Ludhianvi, Parchhaiyan by Sahir Ludhianvi |
Social Media
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Manoj Muntashir is an accomplished Indian lyricist, poet, and screenwriter. | |
| 2. He discovered his passion for poetry in his hometown and began reciting it after attending a 'Mushaira'. | |
| 3. His mother always saw him as someone special and showered him with love. | |
| 4. He gained interest in writing by reading works of Sahir Ludhianvi and Shailendra. | |
| 5. With only Rs. 700, he moved to Mumbai and landed his first job writing a Bhajan for Anup Jalota. | |
| 6. To stand out, he adopted the unique last name 'Muntashir'. | |
| 7. Prior to Mumbai, he worked at All India Radio Allahabad. | |
| 8. He is known for writing lyrics for hit songs like 'Galliyan', 'Tere Sang Yaara', 'Kaun Tujhe', and 'Teri Mitti'. | |
| 9. He contributed to dialogues in Hindi versions of movies such as 'Baahubali: The Conclusion', 'Black Panther', and 'Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy'. | |
| 10. In 2018, he published his debut book 'Meri Fitrat Hai Mastana...'. | |
| 11. When faced with a choice between marriage and writing, he opted for his passion. | |
| 12. His exceptional work as a lyricist has earned him multiple awards and accolades. | |
| 13. He has been vocal about advocating for proper acknowledgments and recognition of song and script writers in the industry. | |
| 14. The song 'Phir Bhi Tumko Chaahunga' has been viewed more than 200 million times on YouTube. |