1 Urdu ash'ar / shayari (shers, couplets) by
Zafar Kaleem
1938- N.A,
Nagpur (Maharashtra)
Zafar Kaleem Biography
Zafar Kaleem was born on 5 December 1938 in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He writes in Urdu and is known for his soulful ghazals and couplets. His poetry is often filled with longing, reflection, and finely crafted imagery.
His published works include Tilism-e-Ghazal and Nawaa-e-Harf-e-Khamosh, both of which showcase his command of language and depth of feeling. His ghazals are admired for their lyrical beauty and their ability to touch on universal themes of hope, love, and despair.
One of his well-known couplets shows his ability to capture the human tendency to dream beyond limits:
“Vaaye khushfahmi ki parvaaz-e-yaqeen se bhi gaye,
Aasman choone ki khwahish mein zameen se bhi gaye.”
Although detailed information about his personal life is limited, Zafar Kaleem remains respected among readers of Urdu poetry for the honesty and emotion in his writing. His work continues to keep his voice alive in the tradition of Urdu literature.
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aasmaan chuune ki khwaahish mein
zameen se bhi gaye
alas, our delusion soared
beyond the flight of reality
in the desire to kiss the sky
we lost touch with the ground
alas
delusion, false hope
flight
faith, belief
sky
touch
desire, aspiration
ground, earth, land
Theme: Hopes, Aspirations, & Dreams (37)
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