Nazms
Nazm is the generic term for the non-ghazal poetry that came to Urdu under the influence of the English poetry during the second half of the 20th century, and soon established its independent presence. Nazms are written both in rhymed verse following a rhyming scheme as well as in the free-verse form. Now prose poetry has also got established in Urdu
Renowned Urdu scholar, famous for his works on Iqbal, wrote the first National Anthem of Pakistan.
Known for his role in the independence struggle, Urdu academics, and literature.
Noted Urdu poet and educationist of Urdu and Punjabi, he is well known for his Ghazals as well as his social poetry, which explores themes of love, hope, loss, and society.
One of the outstanding pre-modern poets known for his radical views.
Progressive poet & lyricist. Father of noted lyricist Jawed Akhtar.
One of the most prominent modern Urdu poets, popular among the masses for his unconventional ways.
Bollywood screenwriter, lyricist, and poet. Famous for co-writing films like 'Sholay' & 'Deewar'.
A notable Pakistani poet who deeply expresses solitude with seriousness in his gazals.
Sahitya Academy award-winner, known for introducing Dalit discourse in Urdu.
