Poets/Writers From Hyderabad

One of the most prominent post-modern poets, known for his valiant fight against a fatal illness.

Affectionately known as “Zehra Apa,” she is one of the pioneering voices of women’s Urdu poetry. A poet, songwriter, and lyricist, Zehra Nigah has received numerous honours, including the Pride of Performance and the Allama Iqbal Award, among others.

Poet and literary journalist, edited prominent journals like 'Nasheman', 'Mashriq', and 'Nai Qadrein'; published several books of poetry and prose.

C. H. Aatma was a well-known playback singer of India, whose forte was geets, ghazals, and bhajans. Brother of popular vocalist Chandru Atma, he also acted in many Hindi films.

Pakistani folk and Sufi singer. She sings in Sindhi, Punjabi, and Balochi languages.

Shahid is a renowned Pakistani Canadian painter and sculptor

Prominent and technically proficient poet from Hyderabad, Deccan; wrote poetry in difficult metres, also known for his Rubais.