Abbas Raza Nayyar

Prof. Abbas Raza Nayyar  is Professor and Head, Department of Urdu, University of Lucknow. 

A first-class academic and a lecturer, he has authored 32 books and over 75 research articles in reputed national and international journals. His recent acclaimed work is a book on Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. 

He has received major honours including Yash Bharti Samman (2016), Bhasha Samman (2016), International Risai Adab Award (2014), Urdu Anjuman Award Berlin (2016), and Allama Iqbal International Award (2016).

Abhishek Shukla

Abhishek Shukla is one of the most promising Urdu poets of the contemporary generation. He has travelled to Dubai, Pakistan, Bahrain and Qatar reciting his soulful poetry. His book "Harf-e-awara" published by Rajkamal Prakashan has also got enthusiastic welcome in contemporary poetry circle of India.Abhishek teaches Urdu language and is also an avid scholar of "Arooz". Undoubtedly,he is one of the truest successors of the rich composite culture and legacy of Lucknow. Many senior Urdu poets have showered immense love and blessings on him. Apart from his signature style poetry, this multi-faceted man enjoys popularity for his quick wit and amusing sense of humour as well.

Ajay Jain

Having graduated from IIT Kanpur in 1984, Ajay Jain started the pioneering journey of a first-generation entrepreneur by founding Microlit to design world - class import-substitute scientific instruments. Today, under his guidance, Microlit operates in more than 65 countries and has received prestigious honours, including recognition by CII as one of India’s top 5 Most Innovative Companies; and Design and Innovation Awards from Germany and Japan.

Apart from Business success, Jain is an ardent lover of poetry, literature and music. Two decades ago, he established Lucknow Nawabs, a group dedicated to retaining and appreciating cultural heritage. Lucknow Nawabs has hosted numerous great personalities such as Pankaj Udhas, Kavita Seth, Gulzar Saheb, Wasim Barelvi, Javed Akhtar and Manna Dey, among others.

Akshat Gupta

Akshat Gupta

Akshat Gupta is a best-selling author and highest-viewed storyteller on the internet in Bharat with five acclaimed books to his name. Gupta is also a poet, screenwriter and lyricist, seamlessly weaving stories across mediums. His debut Mythological and Sci-fi novel The Hidden Hindu trilogy has sold over one million copies. He is known for speaking passionately about Indian history, the philosophy of Satyalogy and the timeless mysteries that shape our culture, he has become one of the most powerful literary voices of our time.

Alka Pande

Alka Pande is one of India’s leading authors, art historians and curators. Her prominent books include 108 Portraits of Indian Culture and Heritage and Body Sutra. Currently, she serves as a consultant art advisor and curator of the Visual Arts Gallery at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. Her honours include the Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters 2006, the Australia-India Council Special Award 2009, and the Amrita Sher-Gil Samman 2015. Recently, she received the Culture Champion Award (Global) and the CIMA Lifetime Achievement Award 2023 for her contribution to Indian art.

Amy Singh

Amy Singh is a poet, writer and performer from Chandigarh. Her work explores love, resistance and the intersections of personal and collective history. Her debut poetry collection Singing Over Bones released in April 2025.

For over a decade, she has performed at literary festivals, public protests and storytelling spaces, using language as both refuge and rebellion. Her poem ‘Daak: To Lahore with Love’ sparked a cross-border letter-writing movement, urging people to reach across the India–Pakistan divide through the simple act of letter-writing. She has performed at the Bangalore Literature Festival, Chandigarh Literature Festival, Dehradun Literature Festival and the Faiz Festival in Lahore among others.

Her work has been featured in Vogue, BBC, The Indian Express, Hindustan Times, The Tribune, Quint, and TEDx. She leads writing workshops and speaks on poetry’s role in healing, activism and identity.

Anamika

Anamika is a Hindi poet, novelist, professor, and translator. Poems from her award-winning collections, Anushtup, Khurduri Hatheliyan, Doob-Dhan, Tokri Mein Digant, and Paani ko Sab Yaad Tha, are taught at various universities. She has extensively translated works by Rilke, Neruda, Doris Lessing, Octavio Paz, and fellow women poets. Her doctoral thesis is on John Donne, and her major English publications include Transplanting British Poetry in Indian Classrooms, Donne Criticism Down the Ages, Post-War Women Poets: Treatment of Love and Death, Feminist Poetics: Where Kingfishers Catch Fire, Translating Racial Memory, and Weaving a Nation: Proto-Feminist Writing in Hindi and Urdu. Her novel Aienasaaz reimagines Amir Khusro in a modern context. Her latest book, Aapai Aapan Paar, is a collection of love poems. She received the Sahitya Akademi Award in 2020 for Tokri Mein Digant.

Anchal Awasthi

Anchal Awasthi is a storyteller, strategist and creator. She reminds us that even in a world chasing clicks the stories that endure are the ones that stay. For more than sixteen years she has proved that stories do not simply inform but also educate. From the bustle of newsrooms to the flow of online media, Awasthi has shaped narratives that reach people and remain with them.

Awasthi continues to be a voice that keeps storytelling alive in all its evolving forms.

Anil Rastogi

A veteran actor with decades of experience in theatre and television, Dr. Anil Rastogi is a pillar of Lucknow’s creative community. His versatile performances and contributions to stagecraft have earned him widespread respect. Beyond acting, he mentors young artists, sharing his knowledge of theatre, cinema, and storytelling, and continues to shape the city’s artistic landscape with his vision and guidance. 

Anindita Ghose

Anindita Ghose is an author, editor, communications consultant and former journalist based in Bombay. Her debut novel The Illuminated was published by Harper Collins in India and by Bloomsbury internationally. BBC Radio 4 said it ‘gives voice to a new generation’.

Ghose was formerly the Editor of Mint Lounge and the Features Director of Vogue India. Most recently, she led strategic communications for a global social impact advisory. She has a master’s degree in linguistics from the University of Mumbai and a master’s degree in arts journalism from Columbia University. 

Her new book The Only City is a landmark anthology of short stories on Bombay that she has conceived, commissioned and edited, and it also features a short story by her.

Anubhav Tyagi

Anubhav Tyagi is a cultural strategist with expertise in festival programming, brand communication, and artiste management. With a long tenure at Teamwork Arts Pvt. Ltd., he worked on the Jaipur Literature Festival and its global editions under the mentorship of Sanjoy Roy, Namita Gokhale and William Dalrymple. He has curated events like Words on Water in Madurah Perth, Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards, The Wellness Carnival and more. Tyagi also collaborates with YPO, FindYourFit, Brij Hotels, HCL Concerts and Royal Enfield. Passionate about arts and culture, he specialises in arts marketing and creating impactful cultural experiences.

An avid reader, he continues to shape dynamic literary and artistic landscapes.

Anuj Mishra

A celebrated Kathak guru and tabla vadak, Pandit Anuj Mishra embodies the grace and rhythm of Awadh’s classical traditions. Trained in the pure Lucknow gharana of Kathak, his work reflects the intricate blend of movement, music, and storytelling that the art form represents. Having performed and taught across India and abroad, Pandit Mishra continues to nurture young talent and carry forward the city’s dance and music legacy and the legacy of Birju Maharaj

Anuja Chandramouli

Anuja Chandramouli is a bestselling author, writer and new-age Indian classicist. She has published 12 books across the mythology, historical fiction and fantasy genres. She followed up her highly acclaimed debut novel, Arjuna: Saga of a Pandava Warrior-Prince, which was named as one of the top five sellers in the Indian writing category for the year 2012 by Amazon India, with Kamadeva: The God of Desire, Shakti: The Divine Feminine, Yama’s Lieutenant and its sequel, Yama’s Lieutenant and the Stone Witch. Her articles, short stories and book reviews appear in various publications like The New Indian Express, The Hindu, Scroll.in and Femina. Some of Anuja’s other books are Kartikeya: The Destroyer’s Son, Prithviraj Chauhan: The Emperor of Hearts, Padmavati: The Burning Queen, Ganga: The Constant Goddess and Muhammad Bin Tughlaq: Tale of a Tyrant. Her book Mohini: The Enchantress was the winner of the JK Papers and Times of India Popular Choice AutHer award for the year 2021. Her books are also available as audiobooks and have been translated into Hindi. Abhimanyu: Son of Arjuna is her latest book and has been shortlisted for the Atta Galatta–Bangalore Literature Festival Book Prize. An accomplished TEDx speaker and storyteller, Chandramouli regularly conducts workshops on creative writing, mythology and empowerment in schools and colleges across the country. Her ‘Mahabharata and Ramayana with Anuja’ storytelling series is now available on YouTube and Spotify. She is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer. 

Aqeel Shamsi

Aqeel Shamsi is one of Lucknow’s most well-known patangbaaz, a man who finds poetry in the sky. For him, every kite is a canvas of color, and every flight a friendly duel of pride and precision. Deeply connected with the city’s roof tops and festive skies, he has been promoting the art of patangbaazi for over two decades. Aqeel believes that flying a kite is not just about victory — it’s about rhythm, patience, and passion. His participation brings the vibrant charm of Lucknow’s air back to life

Archana Shukla

Archana is an accomplished theatre artist and director who has been a driving force in Lucknow’s performing arts scene. Her productions are known for their seamless integration of literature, emotion, and socially relevant narratives. Archana’s work not only entertains but also sparks dialogue, inspiring audiences to reflect on contemporary issues while appreciating the richness of artistic expression. has worked inmany films tanu weds manu, ishaq zaade, gulaabo sitabo, and the verypopulasr serial waah waah kya baat hai

Arsh Ali

Arsh Ali ‘Chandel’ is the 'Youngest Archaeologist and Egyptologist of India'. Born in Allahabad (now Prayagraj) and educated in the cities of Allahabad, Lucknow, Delhi and Oxford; since the age of fifteen, Arsh has worked at several archaeological explorations and excavations in India and abroad. Proficient in over twenty languages and scripts- both ancient and modern- Ali’s interests range from the nuances of Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics (Middle Egyptian) to Sanskrit and from Latin of Horace’s time to Arabic and Persian. Ali is a life-member of the Indian Archaeological Society (New Delhi) and the Egypt Exploration Society (London). From discovering traces of Early Buddhism in Egypt, as proselytized by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka in Egypt in 2017 to Experimental studies into Egyptian mummification and culinary techniques, and from reconstructing the Mahabodhi temple at Bodh Gaya since the time of Ashoka to acting as Cultural Representative to the Middle East and North Africa during the G20 in 2022-23. 

Arsh is also a student of Law, with interest in comparative family laws of marriage and divorce, the Jurisprudential aspects of ancient Sanskrit legal texts, and Constitutional Law. He leads the ‘House of Kosam’, an initiative to revive and promote aged-old traditional craftsmanship, while encouraging social and rural empowerment using sustainability alternatives, based in the erstwhile estates at Kaushambhi. 

Ashutosh Dixit

Ashutosh Dixit is the heart behind the famous Heri Paan a name that instantly brings a smile to every Lucknawi. Known for his meticulously crafted paans, each leaf he folds carries generations of tradition. But beyond flavor, Ashutosh tells stories — about his father’s shop, about evenings of poetry, and about the people who find comfort in his creations. Through his artistry, he reminds everyone that in Lucknow, even a paan is poetry — to be tasted, shared, and remembered

Ashwitha Jayakumar

Ashwitha Jayakumar is a writer, editor and publisher. Her publications include over a dozen works for readers of all ages, including The Book of Emperors: An Illustrated History of the Mughals (Penguin India) and Incredible Indians: 75 People Who Shaped Modern India (HarperCollins). She's the co-founder of Indian Summer Press, a brand new independent publisher of comics based in New Delhi, India. 

Ashwitha holds an MSc in Literature and Society: 1688–1900 from the University of Edinburgh and an MA in Medieval Studies from the University of Leeds.

Asma Hussain

Asma Hussain is a renowned Indian fashion designer celebrated for preserving and promoting the traditional crafts of Awadh, including chikankari, zardozi, and mukaish work. A descendant of the royal family of Awadh, she blends heritage artistry with contemporary design. She founded the Asma Hussain Institute of Fashion Technology to provide professional training in fashion and handicrafts, and leads the NGO YUWA to support artisan livelihoods. Through her label, the Asma Hussain Fashion House, she champions handcrafted textiles and empowers local craftspeople, making her a prominent voice in India’s cultural and fashion landscape.

Azhar Iqbal

Azhar Iqbal is one of the well-known contemporary Urdu poets whose refined poetic utterance have made him one of the most recognizable young names in today's mushaira circuit. Known for his contemplative, multilayered ghazals and nazms, he represents that generation of poets who straddle traditional Urdu sensibilities and modern themes in a way that speaks to both traditional audiences and younger listeners with equal power.

Iqbal’s poetry often speaks of human emotions, social awareness, philosophical contemplation and insight into the quiet beauty of day-to-day existence. What makes him different is the simplicity of his diction and depth of meaning so that his verses touch the heart of a reader instantly while inviting deeper interpretation.

Chandra Shekhar Varma

Chandta Shekhar Varma is a renowned motivational speaker and an author. He has inherited literature from his illustrious Grandfather Padma Bhushan Shri Bhagwati Charan Varma and also his father Shri Dhirendra Varma. Chandra Shekhar has this unique distinction of having command over Hindi, English and Urdu His best seller novel Corners of a Straight line published by Rupa was in English, incidentally this book was launched by none othet than Javed Akhtar. 

His collection of stories Chaudah Left Chaudah Right published by Rajkamal is in Hindi. This story collection was included in the top ten books of 2023 by Sahitya Aaj tak. His collection of Urdu ghazals ‘Ghat Rahi hai Roz meri Chehargi’ has been published by Vani Prakashan recently, his Urdu literature can be found on Rekhta. He writes a regular column for The Times of India called Gen Zen. Chandra Shekhar Varma is a known name in the literary circles and has been invited to Chandigarh Literary festival, Hyderabad Literary Festival, The Great literature tour,. Metaphor and Koshal literary festival and nainital literary festival,. He has hosted many literary and cultural shows across the country. He has been awarded on many occasions by the Government of UP and many other organisations. His performances as a poet have been appreciated in many cities.

Chugge Khan

Chugge Khan has his roots in the golden sand dunes of Barmer and Jaisalmer and is one of the most powerful voices of the ancient Manganiyar musical lineage where every song is a living archive of the desert. A master of instruments such as the morchang, khartal and bhappang, his music reflects the spiritual depth, melodic nuance and rhythmic brilliance that characterise Rajasthani folk. From devotional qawwalis to Sufi, Punjabi and fusion, Khan’s artistry flows effortlessly across genres shaped by a lifetime of dedication that began at the age of four.

From performances across continents including France, Japan, Australia and South Africa to global stages such as Womex, Barbican, Commonwealth Games and RIFF, Khan has become a cultural ambassador of Rajasthan’s musical heritage. His collaborations with artistes such as A R Rahman and Shiv Mani further reflect the range of his craft.

Devanshi Seth

Devanshi Seth was a journalist with the Times of India for 13 years and has headed Lucknow Times, Kanpur Time, Banaras Times, Allahabad Times and Patna Times during her stint with the newspaper. An alumna of Loreto Convent and La Martiniere Girls College, Lucknow, Devanshi graduated from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi in 2001 with an Honors degree in English literature. She has a diploma in PR and Media Studies from Lucknow University, and is a post graduate in English. Devanshi quit her job as Editor of Lucknow Times, and found inspiration in her hometown, Lucknow for her next venture -- Now Lucknow, which is an online guide to the city. Why Now Lucknow? Devanshi has lived in this city all her life, and loves it. She's proud of the place the city has bookmarked in history, but it's the changing face of Lucknow that excites her right now. Now Lucknow was born out of that excitement at what Lucknow is culturally and what it has the potential to become. The portal is an attempt to push tourism in the area, while giving an impetus to local businesses. In 2020, Devanshi was featured in the FLO Compendium of 100 Successful Women Entrepreneurs in MSME, supported by the Ministry of MSME, Government of India. She was recently invited to moderate a session at Timeless Ayodhya: Literature and Arts Festival 2025 on “Taste, Textile & Tales”. In March this year, Devanshi received the Ajaya Women Achiever’s Award instituted by the Samajwadi Party. She currently plays an active role in the FICCI Ladies Organisation Lucknow chapter, as the Vice Chairperson for the year 2025-26

Devashish Mishra

Devashish is a multifaceted artist and film enthusiast whose work explores the intersection of heritage and modern storytelling. His creative projects often examine how traditional narratives can coexist with contemporary media. Through his insights and storytelling expertise, Devashish offers audiences a deeper understanding of cinema and theatre in Lucknow, making him a compelling voice in the city’s evolving creative ecosystem

Dr. Nishi Pandey

Professor Nishi Pandey is the President, Alliance Francaise de Lucknow, Fulbright Scholar and Professor of Eminence in Contemporary World Literatures, Cultural Studies and  Gender Studies.

A renowned educationist, social activist and cultural thinker, Prof Pandey is renowned for her tireless dedication to empowering vulnerable communities, particularly girls and women, through education and social activism. 

A promoter of literature, theatre, film and performing arts, she has been instrumental in enhancing the cultural and intellectual profile of Lucknow. Through her visionary initiatives, she continues to bridge academia and society. Promoting creativity, diversity and positive change.

Farhat Ehsas

Farhat Ehsas is one of the utmost contemporary post-modern Urdu shayars in India. Though a specialist in traditional Persian and Urdu poetic tradition, over a period of time he has mastered a poetic idiom which while drawing freely from the classical aesthetics is able to express the pangs, sorrows and miseries and also blisses of the common man living amidst the devastations created by the governmental excesses, financial corruption and societal anarchy, and ethical and psychic void. He has been an editor for the literary magazine of the most prestigious Urdu daily in north India, the Qaumi Aawaz, New Delhi, for quite a few years. Moreover, for over 15 years he has been contributing commentaries on current affairs to All India Radio and also the Urdu Service of BBC. He has been associated with two internationally reputed research journals in English and Urdu published by the Zakir Hussain Institute of Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi. At present, he is associated with Rekhta.org, the website for Urdu sher-o-shayari and Literature. He has also earned reputation as a script writer for several documentaries and TV serials. He was a script-writer for Bazm-e-Sukhan, a poetry based programme and fiction series Ek Nazar Kee Tamanna for the UTN, Zee TV. He has also written dialogues for a feature film Wanted No 1 in addition to writing scripts of several serials for All India Radio.

Gaurav Prakash

Gaurav Prakash is a third-generation entrepreneur from the Universal Booksellers family, which has served the city for over 80 years. He is the State Chairperson for MSME Growth at CIMSME Uttar Pradesh and served as Co-Chairman of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry for 2018-2020. As a former Chairperson of the Young Business Leaders Forum in Uttar Pradesh and Founder Chairperson of Young Indians with the Confederation of Indian Industries, he has received numerous awards for his contributions to Lucknow. Passionate about the social, economic and industrial development of Uttar Pradesh, he is a true Lucknow boy at heart.

Ghazala Wahab

Ghazala Wahab is the author of Born a Muslim: Some Truths About Islam in India which won the Tata Literature Live! Book of the Year (Non-fiction, 2021) and the Atta Galatta Bangalore Literature Festival Book of the Year (Non-fiction, 2021) and Dragon on Our Doorstep: Managing China through Military Power (with Pravin Sawhney). She is the editor of FORCE, a magazine on national security and defence. She has edited The Peacemakersawarded , a collection of essays profiling individuals who ensured peace and stability in their communities during times of severe communal tension and violence

Gulliermo Rodriguez

Guillermo Rodríguez is the Founding Director of Casa de la India, the pioneering Indian cultural centre in Spain which has become the model for India's cultural diplomacy abroad. He is a multi-disciplinary scholar, author, translator, and cultural manager and has to his credit 25 publications (essays and books) published internationally on Indian English literature, Indian aesthetics, Bhakti literature, Indian performing arts traditions and literary criticism. In 2012 he was awarded the Friendship Award by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs for his contribution to Indo-Spanish cultural relations. His publications include When Mirrors are Windows: A View of A.K. Ramanujan`s Poetics (Oxford University Press, 2016), a landmark book on the Indian poet, scholar and translator. He is also the co-editor, with Krishna Ramanujan, of Journeys:A Poet’s Diary. A.K. Ramanujan (Penguin, 2019) and Soma. Poems by A.K. Ramanujan (Penguin, 2023).

Hina Rizvi Haider

Hina Rizvi Haider hails from Lucknow where she was born and raised. Her husband is a judge in Bihar so she now resides there. She is a postgraduate in Political Science.Hina has had a passion for poetry since childhood and has been writing ever since. She has received several awards and has participated in TV, radio and various mushairas.Her famous nazms Binte Hawwa, Ibne Aadam and Lucknow earned her wide recognition.

Jaya Tiwari

Singer, songwriter, and the founder of Meri Zindagi Band, Mrs. Jaya Tiwari is among the most powerful contemporary voices of Lucknow. Through her music, she bridges classic influence with modern storytelling creating songs that are both personal and political. Her band is known for promoting women’s empowerment, equality, and self-expression through soulful compositions. Jaya has performed across India, inspiring countless young artists to use music as a means of change.  

Jayant Krishna

Jayant Krishna has led key initiatives of Prime Minister’s Skill India Mission as CEO and ED & COO of National Skill Development Corporation. He was the first Indian to be appointed as the Group CEO of UK India Business Council. Jayant also set up the Foundation for Advancing Science and Technology as its Founding CEO. He is a Senior Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Washington, DC. He was with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) in key roles such as Director (Life Sciences & Healthcare), Regional Director (UK & Ireland), Global Capability Centre Head and Global Relationship Manager for one of TCS’ top 5 accounts. Jayant studied at the University of Leeds as a British Chevening Scholar. He is also on the Boards of several companies & institutions. He received the prestigious Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Award for Innovation in Governance, 2016.

Krishna is passionate about cultural heritage and was the Founder Chairman of Lucknow Literature Carnival that had emerged amongst India’s top 5 lit-fests during his presidency. He has been on the Governing Council of INTACH and led several heritage conservation initiatives. As Member-Core Group, Lucknow Connect, Jayant was deeply involved in the heritage rejuvenation of Hazratganj. He launched a School Outreach Initiative to explain the importance of cultural heritage to children. As a Core Group member of Rumi Foundation, he has been actively involved in festivals like Wajid Ali Shah Festival and Jahan-e-Khusrao. He is also on the Advisory Board of Itihaas to arouse the interest of school children and youth in cultural heritage. Jayant’s resolve is to work towards Lucknow’s declaration as UNESCO’s World Heritage City.

Jigyasa Mishra

Jigyasa Mishra is an artist, illustrator and award-winning multimedia journalist whose work has been published globally. She is known for her extensive reporting on gender across north India. Her investigation into women resisting sand mafias earned three national awards, recognition she credits to the mentorship of Magsaysay awardee P. Sainath.Jigyasa has carried out in-depth investigations into illegal sex determination centres, female foeticide, bonded labour, witch-hunting and a range of hidden injustices across Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Kashmir and Uttarakhand. She tells these stories through words, paintings, photographs and films, often reporting on the ground during her third trimester and early motherhood.

Jyotsna Mohan

Jyotsna Mohan is a senior journalist and writer with nearly 30 years in television, print, and digital media. A former Senior Editor and Senior Anchor at NDTV, her debut book, Stoned, Shamed, Depressed, was an exposé on urban teenagers and the silent crisis shaped by digital addiction. Based on the family newspaper, her latest book, Pratap: A Defiant Newspaper, which she co-authored with her journalist father, dives into the legacy of fearless journalism. She is a columnist for publications in India and abroad and hosts the podcast ‘Table Talk with Jo.’ Jyotsna is the recipient of the Sanatan Puraskar, 2025 for Literature.

Koral Dasgupta

Koral Dasgupta is an accomplished author, TEDx speaker and narrative strategist with over 20 years of experience. With nine published books, including the acclaimed five-part Sati series, she blends myth, leadership, ecology and philosophy to reshape gender perceptions with creative depth and cultural resonance. Other than India, her books have been shelved in the libraries of global universities such as Harvard, Columbia, Wales, Chicago and others. Ahalya – first book of the Sati Series, was recommended for the 2023 Sahitya Akademi Prize Honour List. Dasgupta’s books have also received nominations for prestigious awards, including Sahitya Akademi Award, Sushila Devi Award, Auther Awards.

Lokesh

Dynamic, energetic, and deeply connected to their roots,  Lokesh represent the vibrant folk culture of Awadh. His performances blend traditional instruments, regional rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate everyday life and emotions. From village gatherings to cultural festivals, they have brought the sound of rural Uttar Pradesh to wider stages. Together, they remind audiences that folk music is not just entertainment it’s the living heartbeat of our heritage, passed from one generation to the next through melody and memory

Manish Gupta

Representing the 95+ Years of legacy Mr. Manish Gupta, Shri Gokul Prasad Halwai beautifully bridges the gap between classic and contemporary. With a modern outlook and inter national recognition, it has carried Lucknow’s flavors to global palates. Yet, at its heart lies the same devotion to purity, quality, and craftsmanship that defines the city’s heritage. Shri Gokul Prasad Halwai is proof that tradition, when embraced with innovation, can thrive across time and taste

Manish Shukla

Manish Shukla, a nationally and internationally acclaimed poet. Born in Sitapur in 1971, he did his Post Graduation in Anthropology from the University of Lucknow. He is a Civil Service Officer in Uttar Pradesh and is presently working as Joint Chief Electoral Officer. He has also worked as Director, Uttar Pradesh Hindi Sansthan, Lucknow.

A powerful voice at major mushairas all over India and abroad, Manish Shukla has been mesmerizing his audiences for over two decades with his impact-making and evocative poetry. His recitations are regularly broadcast on All India Radio and various television channels, further establishing him as one of the most respected contemporary voices in Hindi and Urdu poetry

today.

Manjari Chaturvedi

Manjari Chaturvedi has led the revival and preservation of Khanqahi Qawwali for over 25 years. Founder of The Qawwali Project (2011), she has created a globally acclaimed movement celebrating forgotten musical legends and documenting traditional art academically. Her pioneering work, including The Courtesan Project (2009) and Sufi Kathak (1998), merges art and scholarship to reclaim the legacy of Qawwals and tawaifs—artists long overlooked in cultural history. Through books, films, lectures, and performances, Manjari chronicles their roles in India’s artistic and spiritual traditions, while her other projects—The Jugni Project, The Rumi Project, and The Royal Gharana Series—continue reinventing classical art forms.

Maroof Culmen

Maroof Culmen is a content creator deeply passionate about documenting cultures, people and art forms that are slowly fading into obscurity. In a world where trends change by the minute and fast-paced content dominates, he believes there is still room for stories that connect us to our roots. His work focuses on preserving the nuances of life, the traditions and the disappearing elements that shaped who we are as a civilisation. Through his content, he invites audiences to unwind, slow down and reconnect with the nostalgia of the past. His work can be found on Instagram, where he shares stories of people, artists and cultures that deserve to be remembered.

Meera Ali

Meera Ali, trained in architecture and alternate building technology before moving to Kotwara after her marriage to filmmaker Muzaffar Ali. Working closely with rural communities, she founded the non-profit Dwar Pe Rozi, reviving traditional crafts and empowering thousands of women across several villages. In 1990, she co-created the couture label House of Kotwara, showcasing Indian craft globally. As a production and costume designer, she has worked on films, television, operas and Sufi festivals, and later produced feature films and craft documentaries. Her passion for culture and cuisine led to her book debut book, Dining with the Nawabs (2017)  most recently she co-edited the book on Umrao Jaan brought out to celebrate its re-release as a 4 K featured film in 2025.

Mehak Jamal

Mehak Jamal is a filmmaker and author. She was born and raised in Srinagar, Kashmir, and has always wanted to tell stories from her homeland.  Mehak is a 2022 South Asia Speaks Fellow, awarded to outstanding emerging writers from the region. Her film Bad Egg premiered at the 19th Indian Film Festival Stuttgart and won the Audience Award. It went on to screen at and win awards at multiple film festivals all over the world including Melbourne, Madrid, Chicago, Atlanta, Washington DC, Kerala, Bangalore and Dharamshala.

Monia Aljalis

Monia Aljalis is a Franco-Tunisian writer, poet, performer and literature teacher whose work explores themes of identity, transmission, and spiritual dissonance in contemporary life. Her debut novel, L’Extase (Seuil, 2024), follows Leyla, a young woman drifting through Paris, caught between inherited beliefs and modern desire.

She is the founder of Le Bœuf Monstre, a Paris-based artistic collective dedicated to cross-disciplinary experimentation, and Toile Noire, an experimental music duo. Her work has been awarded the Prix Amic by the Académie Française.

Muzaffar Ali

Parallel to cinema, Ali has pursued painting with equal passion, exhibiting widely starting from Calcutta (1968), to Paris (1991)and Delhi (2023–24) with several exhibitions in Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad in between. 

He also founded the annual Jahan-e-Khusrau World Sufi music festival, which completed its 25th year in 2025, and the Wajid Ali Shah Festival in Lucknow, under the aegis of the Rumi Foundation, where he serves as Chairman & Executive Director. 

Honoured with the Padma Shri (2005) and the Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award (2014), he remains a rare artist bridging film, art, and culture.

Nawab Masood Abdullah

Masood Abdullah, fondly known as Nawab Sahab, is the embodiment of Lucknow’s timeless tehzeeb. Soft spoken, witty and deeply rooted in culture, he is a passionate speaker and cultural figure who has spent years reviving and narrating the lost traditions of nawabi life. His presence brings humour, storytelling and charm to every gathering. With his deep love for language, etiquette and heritage, he portrays Lucknow not simply as a city but as a living personality full of grace and grandeur.

Neena Verma

Neena Verma writes from that tender space where grief and grace coexist, where resilience is not resistance but rebirth. A poet, author and leadership coach, her words and wisdom flow through ‘Grief. Growth. Grace’ and her forthcoming ‘RISE: The Deep Resilience Way’ where each page is a silent act of bravery. 

At Koshala Literature Festival 2025, we celebrate her journey; a journey which serves as a reminder that even in loss, meaning can be found, and every ending holds the promise to rise into light.

Neha Dixit

Neha Dixit is an independent journalist and author based in New Delhi. She has covered politics, gender, and social justice for almost 20 years. She has won over a dozen journalism awards including the International Press Freedom Award from the Committee to Protect Journalists among others. Her debut book, 'The Many Lives of Syeda X' published by Juggernaut Books looks at the last 30 years of India through the eyes of a working-class, migrant Muslim woman in Delhi. 

Nilay Agarwal

Founder of the Vishalakshi Foundation, Nilay Agarwal is among Lucknow’s most promising young leaders working in education and community welfare. His organization focuses on uplifting underprivileged children through education, nutrition, and mentorship. Nilay’s youthful energy and clear vision have made him a voice for compassionate change in the city. His belief in collective action and inclusive growth continues to inspire a generation to serve with purpose.

Nimisha

Dynamic, energetic, and deeply connected to their roots, Nimisha represent the vibrant folk culture of Awadh. Her performances blend traditional instruments, regional rhythms, and heartfelt lyrics that celebrate everyday life and emotions. From village gatherings to cultural festivals, she has brought the sound of rural Uttar Pradesh to wider stages. Together, they remind audiences that folk music is not just entertainment it’s the living heartbeat of our heritage, passed from one generation to the next through melody and memory

Nishtha Gautam

Nishtha Gautam is an Indian academic, author and journalist who specializes in gender, conflict and policy issues. She is an Assistant Professor of English literature at a college affiliated with the University of Delhi and also works as an Adjunct Professor at O.P. Jindal Global University. She has recently translated Anamika celebrated book Trin Dhari Ot into English titled Sita’s Veil.

Nitin Sukhija

Nitin Sukhija is the Creative Director of BFC Content and a storyteller who seamlessly works across multiple mediums. With 27 years of experience spanning news television, films and documentaries, he brings depth and versatility to his craft. An alumnus of The Doon School and Delhi University, he has written a short novel and a ten-part audiobook and currently hosts the YouTube podcast Basic Funde Clear. Nitin also integrates theatre and media techniques into education and training, using mythological and folk tales to engage modern audiences. A seasoned traveller, he draws inspiration from his journeys across India and beyond to enrich his storytelling.

Rajit Kapur

Rajit made his debut on stage in 1978. His theatre credits include Love Letters, Class of 84, a solo performance of Girish Karnad's Flowers, A Walk in the Woods, Siddhus of Upper Juhu, Twelve Angry Jurors, A Few Good Men and Mosambi Narangi.

He has donned the Director's hat for many plays including The Glass Menagerie, Mahua and Naqqaash (Hindi). He is also a Co-founder of Rage Productions, which has produced some of the finest English plays in the country.

His television breakthrough came with a role in the teleserial - "Ghar Jamai" in 1986. Rajit has recently played the title role of Sardar Patel on Doordarshan in a series called Sardar - The Game Changer. His critically acclaimed short films include Kalakaar, Cola, Fitrat, Birha and Shaam Hi To Hai.

His popularity soared with Basu Chatterjee's Byomkesh Bakshi in 1991-92.Rajit’s silver screen debut was in Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda, directed by Shyam Benegal in 1993. His 80 other film credits include Ghulam, Guzaarish, Raazi, Uri, Bypass Road, Maja Maa and The Threshold. His web series: Mithiya 1 & 2, Rocket Boys, Pharma.

His performance as Mahatma Gandhi in Shyam Benegal’s The Making of the Mahatma fetched him the National Award for Best Actor in 1995. His other awards include the Kerala State Award for Best Actor in 1998 for his Malayalam film debut Agnisakshi and the Best Actor award in 2010 at the Imagine India Film Festival, Spain for Do Paise Ki Dhoop Chaar Aane Ki Baarish. 

Rakhi Kishore

Through her initiative Jeev Basera, Rakhi Kishore works for animal welfare and the coexistence of humans and street animals. What began as a personal effort to feed strays has evolved into a compassionate organization providing shelter, food, and medical care to hundreds of animals. Rakhi’s journey reflects empathy in action — turning kindness into structure and love into legacy. Her efforts remind us that social change is not only about humans but about harmony with all living beings

Ranjana Dwivedi

An academic and musician par excellence, Dr. Ranjana Dwivedi has been associated with Bhatkhande Music Institute for years, shaping generations of students through her teaching and research. Known for her command over classical raagas and her gentle yet powerful pedagogy, she represents the intellectual and emotional depth of Lucknow’s musical lineage. Her work combines theory with performance, ensuring that music is not just heard but deeply understood. Through her, Bhatkhande’s traditions continue to find a new voice in every era

Ranu Uniyal Pant

Ranu Uniyal is Former Professor and Head, Department of English, University of Lucknow.   She was a Commonwealth Scholar at the University of Hull, UK.  An author/ editor of several books, her articles and book reviews have been published widely.  Her poetry has appeared in Cordite Poetry , Mascara Literary Review, TEXT Special issue (Australia), Jaggery, Medulla Review, Sketch Book, Setu, Twenty 20, Whispers (USA), Littlewood Press (UK), Bengal Lights (Bangla Desh), Asia Literary Review, Cha (Hongkong), Turning Pages (Germany), Words and Worlds (Austria), Ethos literary journal, The Enchanting Verses Literary Review, Dhauli Review, Muse India, Kavya Bharati, Femina, Manushi, Indian Literature, Madras Courier and several anthologies both in India and abroad.  She has published four poetry collections:  Across the Divide (2006), December Poems (2012) and The Day We Went Strawberry Picking in Scarborough (2018) was translated in Spanish El dia que fuimos a coger fresas en Scarborough by Traduccion de Carmen Escobedo de Tapia in (2020).  Her latest collection of poems This Could be A Love Poem For You was published in ( 2025) by Red River.   First set of Hindi Poems Saeeda Ke Ghar was published in 2021.  She co-edited essays Reading Gandhi: Perspectives in the 21st Century (2022), Mahatma Gandhi: Essays on Life and Literature (2023), Understanding Disability: Interdisciplinary Critical Approaches (Springer 2023).  She has read her poems at international literature festivals and conferences in Almora, Aligarh, Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Chemnitz, Calicut, Coimbatore, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kanpur, Lancaster, Lucknow, Madrid, Meerut, Tashkent, and Udaipur.  She was on a Writer’s residency in 2019 at Uzbekistan.  Her poems have been translated into German, Hindi, Oriya, Malayalam, Marathi, Spanish, Urdu, and Uzbek languages.  She is a founding member of PYSSUM, a day care centre for people with special needs in Lucknow and also Chief editor of  Pyssum Literaria

Reena Puri

Reena I. Puri is the Executive Editor of Amar Chitra Katha, and the author of this story. Her special interests lie in story-telling, team-building and communicating with children. Her vision is to see more stories about environmentalists, sportspersons and social changemakers making it to the pages of Amar Chitra Katha.

Ritesh Ranjan Sahai

Ritesh Ranjan Sahay, rooted in the cultural richness of Eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar and shaped by the artistic spirit of Lucknow, embodies a fusion of two distinctive worlds — a desi soul infused with the essence of Awadh. A poet, lyricist, copywriter, screenwriter, actor and storyteller, he began his creative journey with All India Radio Lucknow in 1997, writing and hosting for nearly a decade. In 1999, he founded his music band Talaash, known for its original earthy compositions. His narration commentary, voiced by Gulzar for Jo Chaho Ujiyaar (Times Music, 2010), received wide appreciation. His writing is simple yet evocative and deeply visual, evident in his poetry, lyrics and his debut feature film Agar Magar Kintu Lekin Parantu (2025). His immersive readings of timeless texts such as Gulzar’s Ravi Paar and Premchand’s Eidgaah invite audiences into the luminous world of Hindustani literature. Based in Mumbai, he continues to write and perform across mediums

Sagnik Sen

Sagnik Sen is a renowned Indian singer, globally acclaimed for his soulful renditions of Hemant Kumar’s classics and Rabindrasangeet. Born on 18th November 1986 in Kolkata, he was introduced to music at an early age by his parents, who emphasized artistic training as a vital part of life. Over the years, Sagnik has emerged as one of the most celebrated voices in Indian music, earning recognition for preserving and reinterpreting the timeless legacy of Bengal’s musical traditions.

He has performed extensively across India and abroad, enchanting audiences with his evocative voice and emotive style. His concerts often pay homage to the golden era of Indian music while simultaneously highlighting the rich depth of Rabindranath Tagore’s compositions. Apart from live performances, he has also lent his voice to various albums and recordings, further solidifying his reputation as a torchbearer of Bengal’s cultural and musical heritage.

Sandeep Yadav

Sandeep is a highly respected figure in Lucknow’s theatre and short-film circuit. He has dedicated his career to promoting meaningful cinema and theatre rooted in realism. His work often highlights the everyday struggles, joys, and resilience of Lucknowites, offering audiences an authentic portrayal of the city’s life. Through both acting and direction, Sandeep continues to nurture and inspire emerging artists in the local creative community. 

Saumya Khandelwal

Saumya Khandelwal is an acclaimed photojournalist whose work appears in TIME, National Geographic, The New York Times and leading publications across the world. The recipient of the Getty Images Instagram Grant and the Danish Siddiqui Journalism Award 2025, her visual storytelling probes deeply and sensitively into gender, society, and the environment.

Her images continue to influence discussions about justice, identity, and human resiliency around the world. They have been included in TIME's Top 10 Photos of 2021 and National Geographic's 100 Best Photos of the Century.

A promising session that brings the world into focus with clarity, compassion and an unflinching eye.

Saurabh Chandra

Saurabh is a passionate digital storyteller with an eye for detail and a love for discovering the city’s hidden gems. Through Things2do.inLucknow, he showcases the city’s lifestyle, street food, local events, and unique experiences that often go unnoticed. His work not only guides tourists but also helps locals reconnect with the soul of Lucknow, highlighting places, people, and moments that define its vibrant culture. 

Shailvee Sharda

Shailvee Sharda is a journalist with over 21 years of experience, specialising in Uttar Pradesh—India’s culturally, socially and politically significant state. Her expertise lies in quality writing, content creation and ideation, with a focus on health, culture, public policy and politics. As Assistant Editor at The Times of India, Lucknow, since 2004, she has produced over 300 in-depth stories and 1,500 by-lines, earning accolades for her work across diverse subjects including archaeology, history and urban development. She began her career at ‘The Pioneer’ in 2003, honing her skills in reporting on culture, wildlife and theatre.

Sharad Bindal

A pioneer in the wealth management space, an entrepreneur, a publisher, the author of two bestselling novels, Clash of Singularity and Dawn of Duality, a mythologist and columnist, Sharad Bindal is a man of many callings. He is also a sought-after public speaker, having made notable appearances at literary festivals and on national television platforms such as India TV, delivering talks on Indian mythology and ancient scriptures. Additionally, his personal YouTube show ‘Meemansa’ explores themes of mythology and Vedic thought, reflecting his belief that meaningful stories should be both accessible and impactful.

Shariq Kaifi

one of the most well-known contemporary voices in Urdu poetry: Sharia Kaifi, also known as Syed Sharia Hussain.

He was born on June 1, 1961, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, where he did his B.Sc. and M.A. in Urdu. Being the son of renowned poet Kaifi Wijdani (Syed Rafaaqat Hussain), he inherits a rich poetic legacy that continues to shape his creative journey.

His first collection of ghazals, "Aam Sa Rad-e-Amal"

(1989), was followed by "Yahan Tak Roshni Aati Kahan Thi" in 2008 and a well-appreciated collection of nazms titled

"Apne Tamaashe Ka Ticket" in 2010.

Shariq Kaifi's poetry, whether it is ghazal or nazm, is unique in its tone, thought, and narration. His nazms are said to be written with a "fourth eye" to give an insight into social realities with remarkable clarity and depth. His work echoes a contemporary sensibility: clean, unadorned, and free from stylistic excess, yet layered with profound meaning.

Somya Singh

Somya Singh is a Delhi-based lawyer with a diverse background in Philosophy, Mass Media and Law. She began her career as a TV and Radio correspondent but sought to carve her own niche. After earning her law degree from Delhi University’s Faculty of Law, she founded Avant-Garde Corporate Communications in February 2017. Her firm offers due diligence and compliance services, complemented by her expertise in Bankruptcy, Corporate, Business and Consumer Law. Somya also provides financial consultancy and startup mentorship, and she holds a certification in Prevention of Sexual Harassment. An active practitioner, she takes on pro bono cases and conducts seminars on legal topics available on YouTube.

Srajal Gupta

Carrying forward a legacy that began in 1825, Srajal Gupta represents the historic Madhurima Sweets, a brand that has become synonymous with purity, perfection, and festive joy. Under his modern leadership, Madhurima continues to uphold its heritage while innovating with contemporary flavours and presentation. Whether it’s their traditional laddoos, exotic mithais, or fusion desserts, Madhurima remains a true reflection of Lucknow’s evolving yet rooted culture

Sujoy Banerjee

Sujoy Banerjee’s musical journey began in his college days. As an aspiring musician, he captured attention with his powerful vocals and soulful performances. Featured in the Rock Street Journal magazine and having performed at major events like the Philips Livewire Show in Mumbai and the Bhopal Mahotsav, Banerjee seemed destined for a bright future in music. 

Choosing passion over popularity, he left behind a promising music career to dedicate himself to forests and wildlife. In 1996, he topped the Indian Forest Service Examination conducted by the UPSC in his very first attempt, emerging as the All-India first rank holder. Since then, he has earned numerous awards and widespread recognition for his work in conservation. A TEDx speaker and one of only 35 global changemakers selected under the British Chevening Scholarship Programme of the UK Government, Banerjee continues to inspire with his dedication and vision.

Music, however, never left his side. A gifted performer who can play the guitar and mouth organ at once, he writes and composes songs that carry a message — using rhythm and melody to connect people to nature and spread awareness about conservation.

Taha Ahmad

Taha Ahmad’s art reflects the changing pluralistic landscape of India and explores themes of trauma culture and social injustice. He was part of VII Photo Agency’s mentorship program and was the first Indian to receive The Documentary Project Fund Award in 2017. His works have been exhibited and published internationally. Taha has collaborated with renowned filmmakers and designers and received many national and international recognitions including Forbes Asia 30 Under 30 in 2024. He also serves as Creative Director with Ilham Artists and Writers Residency Program.

Tigmanshu Dhulia

Tigmanshu Dhulia is a film dialogue writer, director, actor, screenwriter, producer and casting director known for his works in Hindi cinema and television. He wrote the dialogue for the 1998 film ‘Dil Se’, the first Bollywood film to chart in the UK top ten, and screened at the Berlin International Film Festival. His directing career has also garnered international recognition with the biographical film ‘Paan Singh Tomar’, which premiered at the 2010 BFI London Film Festival and the thriller drama ‘Saheb, Biwi Aur Gangster’. ‘Paan Singh Tomar’ eventually went on to win the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in 2012. He is also known for his role as Ramadhir Singh in Anurag Kashyap's modern cult film ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’.

Urvi Singh

Urvi Singh is an English educator with a decade of experience inspiring students to engage deeply with language, literature, and self-expression. Her teaching is shaped by a lifelong fascination with English literature and a belief in the transformative power of stories. Beyond the classroom, she has stepped into the world of podcasting as a novice creator, using her voice to discuss ideas, reflections, and narratives that resonate with her love for learning. Thoughtful and ever-evolving, Urvi continues to expand her creative and academic pursuits, striving to make literature—and meaningful conversations—accessible to all.

Vaibhav Vishal

Vaibhav Vishal is a multiple-award winning screenwriter based in Mumbai. With an experience of more than 25 years in the entertainment industry, he has worked with brands like MTV, Red FM and Eros before deciding to leave the corporate life to pursue his creative aspirations, and become a full time writer. His most popular project Scam 1992 got him the Filmfare Award for Best Dialogues, and also the prestigious Critics Choice Award and Screenwriters’ Association Awards in the Best Writing category. With Scam, Rana Naidu, Inside Edge, Shekhar Home, Vaibhav has had the distinction of being an integral part of the top most fiction shows across platforms.  Vaibhav has also written the dialogues for Sanjay’s Gupta Mumbai Saga starring John Abraham and Emraan Hashmi. His next project as the lead writer is Gandhi, the series, directed by Hansal Mehta. Additionally, there are two upcoming series on Netflix, including Glory and an untitled project, and a couple of films in the making, including the Prasoon Pandey directorial, a contemporary mythological thriller, that has just been announced, and a franchise film from Ekta Kapoor. Outside of his screenwriting, Vaibhav is known for his loud and conscientious, middle-of-the-road but definitely opinionated, social media voice, using humour to put across his point.

Versha Verma

Social activist and founder of Koshish Aisi Bhi, Versha Verma has dedicated her life to empowering women and marginalized communities. Through her initiatives, she works tirelessly to promote education, skill-building, and social awareness. Versha’s work blends grassroots activism with creative outreach — using art, storytelling, and workshops to inspire change. Her story is one of resilience and quiet strength, showing that even small steps can lead to powerful revolutions

Vidya Shah

VIDYA SHAH  is a singer and musician from New Delhi, India. She has performed at national and international forums, including the Tansen Samaroh in Gwalior and The Kennedy Centre in Washington D.C, She is a recipient of the Charles Wallace Award and a Senior Fellowship  from the Government  and the Tagore scholarship 2023, from the Govt of India . She was the Nana Shirgaokar Chair Professor for Indian Music at Goa University for 2016-20 Vidya made her Bollywood debut in the film Manto with the Nazm ‘Bol ke lab Azad hain tere’. 

Wamiq Saifi

Wamiq Saifi, a physician and multidisciplinary artist, moves fluidly between art, voice and activism. Over the years, he has written, directed and created stories that capture the depth and diversity of India. His work spans collaborations with government organisations like Rajasthan Tourism and several leading brands. As a performer and voice artist, he has been part of festivals and stages such as Jawahar Kala Kendra, Jaipur Art Week, Jairangam film festival and Rekhta. Fluent in Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi, Saifi’s practice blends literature, performance and public life always rooted in empathy, culture and purpose

Wasim Barelvi

Wasim Barelvi (Zahid Hussain) is an Indian Urdu-language poet. He was born in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. His ghazals, many sung by Jagjit Singh, are very popular. He has been awarded with the "Firaq Gorakhpuri International Award", the Kalidas gold medal (by the Haryana government, in recognition for his services in the field of Urdu and Hindi poetry, the Begum Akhtar Kala Dharmi award, and the Naseem-e-Urdu award. Barelvi is Vice-Chairman of the National Council for Promotion of Urdu Language (NCPUL).

He has also performed at Culrav 2012 (the cultural event of NIT Allahabad). He is also Member of Legislative Council of Uttar Pradesh since 2016 

His most recent works are ‘Pyar Ke Do Naam’ (Hindi Movie) (2024)

‘Mai Usko Aansuo Se Likh Rha Hu’ (Urdu Poetry) (2025)