- By Priyanka Munshi
- Wed, 10 Jan 2024 12:29 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
World Hindi Day 2024: Today, people from all across the globe are celebrating this special day. On World Hindi Day, people commemorate the wide range of poets who have made important contributions to the field of Hindi literature. Hindi literature has a complex tapestry of emotions, spirituality, and social insights, ranging from the ageless lyrics of Tulsidas, especially his epic "Ramcharitmanas," to the profound and soul-stirring poetry of Mirza Ghalib. The feminist tales of Mahadevi Verma, the modernist statements of Harivansh Rai Bachchan, and the rhythmic couplets of Kabir all contribute to the rich tapestry of Hindi poetry.
Not only that, but all of these poets have contributed to Hindi literature and had a lasting influence on the language's emotional and cultural fabric thanks to their profound insights and command of the language.
Popular Indian Hindi Poets And Their Poetry's You Must Read (Image Credit: File Image)
So here we have listed the names of some of the most popular poets, which you must read once in a while.
Mirza Ghalib
Mirza Ghalib's poetry was characterized by elegant wordplay and profound contemplation. Even though he was an orphan, his shayari became well-known and influential, and his contributions are still relevant today.
Rahat Indoori
Professor, poet, and lyricist Rahat Indori was well-known for writing Bollywood song lyrics and giving performances at mushairas across the globe.
Gulzar
One well-known veteran of Hindi cinema is Gulzar. He is a multi-talented writer, poet, dramatist, lyricist, and dialogue writer who is well-known for his varied poems and writings that touch on a range of emotions in life.
Popular Indian Hindi Poets And Their Poetry's You Must Read (Image Credit: File Image)
Javed Akhtar
The Urdu poet, lyricist, screenwriter, and dialogue writer Javed Akhtar helped to preserve and elevate shayari and shers by making them more well known to modern listeners.
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Faiz Ahmad Faiz
Modern Shayar Faiz Ahmad Faiz authored in Punjabi and Urdu, improving Pakistan's socioeconomic standing and contributing to the Pakistan Times after independence.