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Join the conversation between Babar Imam and Afeef Seraj as they deep dive into the tradition of Urdu Poetry and discuss its various poetic aspects. Literature with a bit of playful banter that teaches and entertains

  1. Oct 5

    Ghalib and Manto - The story of Movie

    Saadat Hasan Manto was obsessed with Ghalib, he wrote various 'khaaka' on Ghalib but his masterpiece was the script that he wrote for the movie Mirza Ghalib....but the script was the easy part. In this historical anecdote with Babar Imam, we uncover the turbulent journey behind Sohrab Modi’s 1954 cinematic masterpiece Mirza Ghalib. From Manto carrying the manuscript in his travel bags during Partition to Sohrab Modi using the script as a lifeline after the box-office disaster of India's first Technicolor film, Jhansi Ki Rani, this is a story of a legendary come-back.Adapted from an extract in Rajkumar Keswani's book Kashkol.

    Ghalib and Manto - The story of Movie

  2. Oct 3

    Podcast - kufr o iimaan

    What do Kufr (disbelief/skepticism) and Imaan (faith/conviction) truly represent when viewed through the philosophical lens of classical Urdu poetry? In this episode of the Radio Urdu podcast, Babar Imam and Afeef Seraj break down the semantic evolution, etymological roots, and profound literary tensions of Kufr-o-Imaan. Far from rigid theological constructs, Urdu Ghazal reimagines Kufr and Imaan as dynamic metaphors for the struggle between dogmatic orthodoxy and mystical surrender. We also trace the intellectual and biographical roots behind Mirza Ghalib’s iconic couplet: “Imaan mujhe roke hai jo kheenche hai mujhe kufr…”—exploring how 19th-century Delhi's shifting socio-political landscape shaped his poetic crisis of faith and tradition. 1. Mirza Ghalib ایماں مجھے روکے ہے جو کھینچے ہے مجھے کفر کعبہ مرے پیچھے ہے کلیسا مرے آگے Imaan mujhe roke hai jo kheenche hai mujhe kufr Kaaba mere peeche hai kaleesa mere aage ---------------- 2. Pandit Daya Shankar Naseem Lakhnavi لائے اُس بُت کو اِلتِجا کر کے کُفر ٹُوٹا خُدا خُدا کر کے Laaye us but ko iltija kar ke Kufr toota khuda khuda kar ke ----------------3. Dagh Dehlvi دیکھا ہے بت کدے میں جو اے شیخ کچھ نہ پوچھ ایمان کی تو یہ ہے کہ ایمان تو گیا Dekha hai but-kade mein jo ai shaikh kuchh na poochh Imaan ki to yeh hai keh imaan to gaya ----------------4. Bedam Shah Warsi کہاں ایمان کس کا کفر اور دیر و حرم کیسے تیرے ہوتے ہوئے اے جاں خیالِ دو جہاں کیوں ہو Kahan imaan kis ka kufr aur dair-o-haram kaise Tere hote hue ai jaan khayal-e-do-jahan kyon ho ----------------5. Mirza Ghalib ہم موحد ہیں ہمارا کیش ہے ترکِ رسوم ملتیں جب مٹ گئیں اجزائے ایماں ہو گئیں Hum muwahhid hain hamara kesh hai tark-e-rusoom Millatein jab mit gayin ajza-e-imaan ho gayin---------------- 6. Mirza Muhammad Rafi Sauda ہوا جب کفر ثابت ہے یہ تمغۂ مسلمانی نہ ٹوٹی شیخ سے زنارِ تسبیحِ سُلیمانی Hua jab kufr saabit hai yeh tamgha-e-musalmani Na tooti shaikh se zunnaar-e-tasbeeh-e-sulaimani ----------------🎙️ About Radio Urdu Radio Urdu explores the depth, history, and linguistic genius of Urdu literature, poetry, and oral traditions. Hosted by Babar Imam and Afeef Seraj. Subscribe to Radio Urdu: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RadioUrduIndia Instagram: https://instagram.com/RadioUrdu Facebook: https://facebook.com/RadioUrdu

    Podcast - kufr o iimaan

  3. Sep 28

    Hawaon ke naam ہواؤں کے نام हवा के नाम

    In Urdu, the wind is never merely "the wind." It carries a hundred moods every mood has a distinct name.From the dawn whispers of Saba and Naseem acting as messengers between lovers, to the spring awakening of Baad-e-Bahaari; from the guiding force of Baad-e-Shurta to the opposingbaad-e-mukhaalif; from the lethal desert venom of Baad-e-Samoom to the bone-chilling wrath of Sarsar, classical Urdu and Persian poetry personified every gust of air with a unique identity.In this video, explore:• Why Saba, Naseem, and Baad-e-Sahargaahi are the poets’ favorite. • The common myth: "Nikhat" and "Shameem" are winds.• How master poets like Mirza Ghalib, Jaun Elia, Allama Iqbal, and Meer Taqi Meer mapped the winds to human destiny• The truth behind the famous couplet "Tundi-e-baad-e-mukhaalif", did Iqbal really write it?If you enjoyed this literary journey, please Like, Share, and Subscribe.

    Hawaon ke naam ہواؤں کے نام हवा के नाम

  4. Sep 15

    Panchlight - Phanishwar Nath Renu

    Listen to Phanishwar Nath Renu’s masterpiece "Panchlight" (पंचलाइट), beautifully narrated by Afeef Seraj on Radio Urdu. Set in rural India, this iconic satirical short story captures village politics, innocent rivalries, and the journey of Godhan and Munri with unmatched humor and authenticity.Narrated by: Afeef SerajChannel: Radio Urdu

    Panchlight - Phanishwar Nath Renu

  5. Aug 30

    Jawab Laajawaab

    Jab Bandooqon ki jagah Alfaz ke Teer chalein! 📜⚔️When two Masters of Urdu Poetry - Khwaja Haidar Ali Aatish and Sheikh NasikNasik clash, and literary history is created. Watch how a simple word correction changed the whole dynamic of Lucknow’s literary rivalry!Narrated by Babar Imam

    Jawab Laajawaab

  6. Aug 28

    Ustad e Zamana aur #Ghalib ki Islaah

    Meet Mavraai Sahib, a self-proclaimed literary genius who corrects Ghalib's poetry and invents his own rhyming schemes like "Tan Tananan"! A hilarious Urdu/Hindi short satirical video about pretentious poetry critics. Written and narrated by Afeef Seraj.

    Ustad e Zamana aur #Ghalib ki Islaah

  7. Aug 26

    One Word Changed This Famous Urdu Couplet Forever!

    Can one single word ruin an entire couplet? 🤔 Discover the fascinating story of how a subtle correction by Manohar Sahai Anwar completely transformed a famous sher by Asghar Gondvi. This is what true "Sukhan Fahmi" (understanding poetry) looks like!Watch till the end to see how one word saved the dignity of the verse.If you love the beauty, nuances, and deep history of Urdu literature, don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to Radio Urdu! 🎙️✨

    One Word Changed This Famous Urdu Couplet Forever!

  8. Aug 24

    Jhelum - A work for 3 people

    A place called Jhelum and anecdote from there. Narrated by Babar Imam

    Jhelum - A work for 3 people
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Join the conversation between Babar Imam and Afeef Seraj as they deep dive into the tradition of Urdu Poetry and discuss its various poetic aspects. Literature with a bit of playful banter that teaches and entertains

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