kamaal-e-zabt ko Khud bhii to aazamaa_uuNgii
main apane haath se us kii dulhan sajaa_uuNgii
supurd kar ke use chaaNdanii ke haathon
main apane ghar ke aNdheron ko lauT aa_uuNgii
badan ke karb ko vo bhii samajh na paayegaa
main dil men rouuNgii aaNkhon men muskuraa_uuNgii
vo kyaa gayaa ke rafaaqat ke saare lutf gaye
main kis se ruuTh sakuuNgii kise manaa_uuNgii
vo ik rishtaa-e-benaam bhii nahiin lekin
main ab bhii us ke ishaaron pe sar jhukaa_uuNgii
bichhaa diyaa thaa gulaabon ke saath apanaa vajuud
vo so ke uThe to Khvaabon kii raakh uThaa_uuNgii
ab us kaa fan to kisii aur se manasuub huaa
main kis kii nazm akele men gun_gunaa_uuNgii
javaz DhuuNDh rahaa thaa na_ii muhabbat kaa
vo kah rahaa thaa ke main us ko bhuul jaa_uuNgii
sama'aton men ghane jangalon kii saaNsen hain
main ab kabhii terii aavaaz sun na paa_uuNgii
Parveen Shakir
Parveen Shakir: The Voice of Emotion and Expression
Parveen Shakir, a renowned name in the world of Urdu poetry, captivated the hearts of millions with her profound verses and unparalleled ability to express the deepest emotions of the human soul. Her literary works continue to resonate with readers even today, long after her untimely departure from this world. Parveen Shakir's poetry is characterized by its sincerity, sensitivity, and an unwavering commitment to exploring the complexities of love, heartbreak, and the human experience.
Born on November 24, 1952, in Karachi, Pakistan, Parveen Shakir emerged as a prominent figure in the literary circles of her time. She started writing at a young age, and her talent was recognized early on. Her first poetry collection, "Khushbu," was published in 1976, instantly establishing her as a distinct voice in Urdu literature. Parveen Shakir went on to publish several other collections, including "Sad-barg" (Marsh Marigold), "Khud Kalami" (Talking to Myself), and "Inkaar" (Denial), all of which received critical acclaim and solidified her status as a prominent poetess of her generation.
What set Parveen Shakir's poetry apart was her ability to effortlessly weave together the realms of romance, societal expectations, and personal introspection. Her verses reflected the experiences of women in a patriarchal society, exploring their desires, dreams, and the challenges they face. Parveen Shakir's work often celebrated the strength and resilience of women, challenging societal norms and shedding light on the complexities of relationships.
One of the distinguishing features of Parveen Shakir's poetry was her use of simple yet profound language. She had a remarkable talent for choosing words that resonated deeply with readers, evoking powerful emotions and creating a lasting impact. Her verses were marked by their rawness and vulnerability, allowing readers to connect with the depth of human experiences in an intimate and relatable manner.
Tragically, Parveen Shakir's journey was cut short when she lost her life in a car accident on December 26, 1994, at the age of 42. Her untimely demise was a great loss to the literary world, but her poetry continues to live on, inspiring generations of poets and readers alike. Parveen Shakir's impact on Urdu literature remains unparalleled, and her work continues to be celebrated and studied for its artistic brilliance and profound exploration of human emotions.
Parveen Shakir's poetry transcends boundaries of time and space, touching the hearts of people from different walks of life. Her ability to capture the essence of love, longing, and the complexities of the human heart makes her a poet for all ages. Through her verses, she opened up new avenues of expression, challenging societal norms and breaking free from the confines of tradition.
In the realm of Urdu poetry, Parveen Shakir remains an iconic figure, an inspiration to aspiring poets and a voice for those seeking solace in the beauty of words. Her poetry continues to remind us of the power of language to express the deepest emotions and connect us to the universal experiences of love, pain, and the pursuit of our dreams. Parveen Shakir's legacy lives on, illuminating the path for future generations of poets and reminding us of the everlasting impact of a poet's words.
sabz maddham roshani men surKh aaNchal ki dhanak
sard kamare men machalatii garm saaNson kii mahak
baazuuon ke sakht halqe men ko_i naazuk badan
silvaTen malabuus par aaNchal bhii kuchh Dhalakaa huaa
garmii-e-ruKhsaar se dahaki hu_i ThaanDii havaa
narm zulfon se mulaayam uNgaliyon kii chheD chhaaD
surKh honThon par sharaarat ke kisi lamhen kaa aks
reshami baahon men chuuDi ki kabhi maddham dhanak
sharmagin lahajon men dhire se kabhi chaahat ki baat
do dilon ki dhaDakanon men guuNjati thi ek sadaa
kaaNpate honThon pe thi allaah se sirf ek duaa
kaash ye lamhe Thahar jaayen Thahar jaayen zaraa
Parveen Shakir
kuchh to havaa bhi sard thi kuchh thaa teraa Khayaal bhi
dil ko Khushi ke saath saath hotaa rahaa malaal bhi
baat vo aadhi raat ki raat vo poore chaaNd ki
chaaNd bhi ain chet kaa us pe teraa jamaal bhi
sab se nazar bachaa ke vo mujh ko aise dekhate
ek dafaa to ruk gai gardish-e-maah-o-saal bhi
dil to chamak sakegaa kyaa phir bhi taraash ke dekh lo
shishaagaraan-e-shahar ke haath kaa ye kamaal bhi
us ko na paa sake the jab dil kaa ajiib haal thaa
ab jo palaT ke dekhiye baat thi kuchh muhaal bhi
meri talab thaa ek shaKhs vo jo nahin milaa to phir
haath duaa se yuuN giraa bhool gayaa savaal bhi
shaam ki naasamajh havaa poochh rahi hai ik pataa
mauj-e-havaa-e-kuu-e-yaar kuchh to meraa Khayaal bhi
us ke hi baazuuon men aur us ko hi sochate rahe
jism ki Khvaahishon pe the rooh ke aur jaal bhi
Parveen Shakir
sundar komal sapanon kii baaraat guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
dhuup aaNkhon tak aa pahuNchii hai raat guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
bhor samay tak jis ne hamen baaham ulajhaaye rakhaa
vo albelii resham jaisii baat guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
sadaa kii dekhii raat hamen is baar milii to chup ke se
Khaalii haath pe rakh ke kyaa sauGaat guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
kis konpal kii aas men ab tak vaise hii sar-sabz ho tum
ab to dhuup kaa mausam hai barasaat guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
log na jaane kin raaton kii muuraaden maaNgaa karate hain
apanii raat to vo jo tere saath guzar ga_ii jaanaaN
Perveen Shakir
apanii rusavaa_ii tere naam ka charchaa dekhuuN
ek zaraa sher kahuuN aur main kyaa kyaa dekhuuN
niind aa jaaye to kyaa mahafilen barpaa dekhuuN
aaNkh khul jaaye to tanhaa_ii kaa sahara dekhuuN
shaam bhii ho ga_ii dhundhalaa ga_ii aaNkhen bhii merii
bhuulanevaale main kab tak teraa rastaa dekhuuN
sab ziden us kii main puurii karuuN har baat sunuuN
ek bachche kii tarah se use haNstaa dekhuuN
mujh pe chhaa jaaye vo barasaat kii Khushbuu kii tarah
ang ang apanaa usii rut men mahakataa dekhuuN
tuu merii tarah se yaktaa hai magar mere habib
jii men aataa hai ko_ii aur bhii tujh saa dekhuuN
main ne jis lamhe ko puujaa hai use bas ek baar
Khvaab ban kar terii aaNkhon men utarataa dekhuuN
tuu meraa kuchh nahiin lagataa hai magar jaan-e-hayaat
jaane kyon tere liye dil ko dhaDakataa dekhuuN
Perveen Shakir
woh gumaan gumaan sa qayas sa
kabhi door sa kabhi paas sa
kabhi chandni main chupa hua
kabi khushbuoon main basa hua
kabhi sirf us ki shabahatain
kabhi sirf us ki hikayatain
kabhi sirf milnay k silsilay
kabhi sirf us say hi faaslay
kabhi door chalti hawaoon main
kabhi meenh barasti ghataoon main
kabhi bad-gumaan kabhi meherbaan
kabhi dhoop hai kabhi saayebaan
kabhi band dil ki kitaab main
kabhi lab kushaan woh khwab main
kabhi youn k jaisay sawal ho
kabhi youn k jaisay khayal ho
kabhi dekhnay k hain silsilay
kabhi sochnay k hain marhalay
kabhi sirf rang-e-bahar sa
kabhi sirf ik ghubaar sa
kabhi dastaras k qareeb qareeb
kabhi door paas kahin nahi
yeh jo ukhrra ukhrra sa shakhs hai
yeh jo bikhra bikhra sa shakhs hai...