Shaayar Badnaam with Hitesh Bharadwaj

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Shayar Badnaam is a podcast where Hitesh explores the lives of some of the most popular Indian poets and recites their wonderful work. Listen to the riveting stories of poets who shaped Indian culture and left a mark on all of us.

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    • Jun 16, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 14m AVG DURATION
    • 13 EPISODES


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    Shaayar Badnaam – Rahat Indori

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 16:13


    In this episode, Hitesh touches upon the work of genius Urdu poet Rahat Indori who was one of the biggest mushaira stars in the country.

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    Shaayar Badnaam – Sahir Ludhianvi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 17:46


    Sahir Ludhianvi was an Indian poet and film song lyricist who wrote bitter yet sensitive lyrics about the declining values of society; the senselessness of war and politics; and the domination of consumerism over love. His love songs, tinged with sorrow, expressed his realization that there were other, starker concepts more important than love.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Ghalib

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 14:11


    In this episode, Hitesh talks about the life and work of Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan, also known by the pen name of Ghalib, who is undoubtedly one of the finest Urdu poets India has ever seen. His interpretation of love and life remains unparalleled even after so many years since his passing.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Kaifi Azmi

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 17:13


    In this episode, Hitesh takes you through the life of Kaifi Azmi, one of the most renowned Indian poets of the 20th century, who sought to inspire social change through his passionate Urdu-language verse. He was also a noted lyricist for some of Bollywood's best-known films.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Parveen Shakir

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 14:26


    In this episode, Hitesh traces the journey of Pakistani poet Parveen Shakir, who is best known for her poems, which brought a distinctive feminine voice to Urdu literature.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Gulzar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 18:26


    In this episode, Hitesh traces the journey of Gulzar, who is famously considered India's most celebrated and loved poet.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Faiz Ahmad Faiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 12:43


    In this episode, Hitesh traces the magic and poetry of Faiz Ahmad Faiz, a poet whose simple words continue to lend powerful strength to generations.

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    Shaayar Badnaam – Nida Fazli

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 19:20


    In this episode, Hitesh traces the artistic life journey of Padma Shri awardee and poet Nida Fazli. A celebrated Indian lyricist and dialogue writer, with a unique poetic style,  Fazli continues to remain relevant today and enjoys a wide appeal.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Bashir Badr

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 11:42


    In this episode, Hitesh traces the life and poetry of Padma Shree awardee Bashir Badr, one of the most quoted shaayar in Indian popular culture.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Jaun Elia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 14:33


    In the third episode of Shaayar Badnaam, Hitesh brings to you the poetry and life story of Jaun Elia, a celebrated Indo-Pak Urdu poet, philosopher, biographer, and scholar.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Waseem Barelvi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 14:21


    Hitesh traces the life and literature of Waseem Barelvi, one of India's most celebrated urdu poets.

    Shaayar Badnaam – Amrita Pritam

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 13:52


    Hitesh brings you the life and work of Amrita Pritam, one of the most influential Indian novelist, essayist and poet.

    Shayar Badnaam with Hitesh Bharadwaj (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 0:44


    Shayar Badnaam is a podcast where Hitesh explores the lives of some of the most popular Indian poets and recites their wonderful work. Listen to the riveting stories of poets who shaped Indian culture and left a mark on all of us.

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