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Iktara: The Josh Malihabadi Story (Film Screening)

29 Jun 2024

15:30 - 17:00

University of Bradford

A film about the life and times of Josh Malihabadi, one of history's great Urdu poets. The film explores the grand themes of Josh's poetry and uncovers the conflicts and controversies that his legacy faces today. 

Josh Malihabadi, popularly known as the Shayar-e-Inqalab (the poet of revolution), was one of the finest Urdu poets of the era of British India. Known for his liberal values and challenging the established order, he wrote over 100,000 couplets and more than 1,000 rubaiyat in his lifetime. 

Released in 2023 by directors, Fahim Hamid Ali and Ali Umair, the film stars Yousuf Kamal, Azra Mohiuddin and Rahil Siddiqui.  

This documentary film will be introduced by poet Atif Tauqeer.

Please note this event is in Urdu.

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University of Bradford

Richmond Road
BD7 1AZ

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