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Sahir Ludhianvi

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Indian Urdu and Hindi poet (1921-1980)

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Abdul Hayee, popularly known by his pen name (takhallus) Sahir Ludhianvi, was an Indian poet who wrote primarily in Urdu in addition to Hindi. He is regarded as one of the greatest film lyricists and poets of 20th century India.

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1977Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist
1964Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist
Padma Shri in literature and education

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Country
India
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1921 to 1980 · aged 59
Written about in
17 languages

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