Mir Taqi Mir
1723 - 1810 • Delhi
The foundational voice of Urdu ghazal, known for emotional clarity and lyrical grace.
Patta patta boota boota haal hamara jaane hai
112
Sher
81
Ghazal
12
Nazm
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Mirza Ghalib
1797 - 1869 • Delhi
A timeless master whose verse combines intellect, irony, and philosophical tenderness.
Hazaron khwahishen aisi ke har khwahish pe dam nikle
136
Sher
94
Ghazal
9
Nazm
Faiz Ahmed Faiz
1911 - 1984 • Lahore
A progressive poet whose language of love and resistance still resonates deeply.
Bol ke lab azaad hain tere
86
Sher
57
Ghazal
31
Nazm
Parveen Shakir
1952 - 1994 • Karachi
A defining feminine voice in Urdu poetry with intimacy, elegance, and contemporary tone.
Khushbu jaise log mile afsane mein
63
Sher
42
Ghazal
21
Nazm
Jaun Eliya
1931 - 2002 • Karachi
Beloved for his existential intensity, conversational rhythm, and sharp reflective style.
Shayad mujhe kisi se mohabbat nahin hui
99
Sher
64
Ghazal
26
Nazm
Ada Jafri
1924 - 2015 • Karachi
A pioneering woman poet who introduced a gentle yet assertive lyrical identity.
Jinhen main dhoondti thi woh nazar ke saamne the
41
Sher
33
Ghazal
17
Nazm
Nida Fazli
1938 - 2016 • Mumbai
Known for simplicity and depth, with poems that blend urban realism and inward thought.
Ghar se masjid hai bahut door chalo yun kar lein
54
Sher
39
Ghazal
24
Nazm
Wasi Shah
1976 - • Lahore
A widely-read contemporary poet with accessible language and emotional clarity.
Tum mere paas raho
29
Sher
17
Ghazal
14
Nazm