Famous Urdu Poetry - Best Famous Poetry in Urdu (Latest Collection)
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اردو پوائنٹ پر پسندیدہ ترین شاعری
خودی کا سرِ نہاں لا الہ الا اللہ
Allama Iqbal - علامہ اقبال
Khudi Ka Sirr E Nihan La Ilaha Illallah
![Allama Iqbal Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393414470_author.jpg._1)
واہ کیا جود و کرم ہے شہِ بطحا تیرا
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Wah Kya Jood O Karam Hai Shahe Batha Tera
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
مصطفی جان رحمت پہ لاکھوں سلام
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Mustafa Jane Rahmat Pe Lakhon Salam
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
سب سے اولیٰ و اعلیٰ ہمارا نبی
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Sab Se Aula O Aala Hamara Nabi
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
کوئی تو ہے جو نظام ہستی چلا رہا ہے وہی خدا ہے
Muzaffar Warsi - مظفر وارثی
Koi To Hai Jo Niam E Hasti Chala Raha Hai Wohi Khuda Hai
![Muzaffar Warsi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393589632_author.jpg._1)
ان کے انداز کرم، ان پہ وہ آنا دل کا
Naseer Ud Din Naseer - پیر نصیر الدین نصیر
Un Ke Andaz E Karam Un Pe Wo Aana Di Ka
![Naseer Ud Din Naseer Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/pic_1475062835.jpg._1)
یا الٰہی ہر جگہ تیری عطا کا ساتھ ہو
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Ya Elahi Har Jagah Teri Ata Ka Sath Ho
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
تیرا چُپ رہنا مرے ذہن میں کیا بیٹھ گیا
Tehzeeb Haafi - تہذیب حافی
Tera Chup Rehna Mere Zehan Meiin Kia Beth Gaya
![Tehzeeb Haafi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1392963866_author.jpg._1)
ایک آرزو
Allama Iqbal - علامہ اقبال
Duniya Ki Mehfilon Se Ukta Gaya Hun Ya Rab
![Allama Iqbal Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393414470_author.jpg._1)
یہ نہ تھی ہماری قسمت کہ وصال یار ہوتا
Mirza Ghalib - اسداللہ خان غالب
Ye Na Thi Hamari Qismat Ke Visal E Yaar Hota
![Mirza Ghalib Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393013006_author.jpg._1)
صبح طیبہ میں ہوئی بٹتا ہے باڑا نور کا
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Subha Taiba Mein Hui Batta Hai Bara Noor Ka
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
مدینے کاسفر ہے اور میں نم دیدہ نم دیدہ
Iqbal Azeem - اقبال عظیم
Madine Ka Safar Hai Aur Main Namdeeda Namdeeda
![Iqbal Azeem Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393062693_author.jpg._1)
مری زندگی تو فراق ہے، وہ ازل سے دل میں مکیں سہی
Naseer Ud Din Naseer - پیر نصیر الدین نصیر
Meri Zindagi To Firaq Hai Wo Azal Se Dil Mein Makeen Sehi
![Naseer Ud Din Naseer Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/pic_1475062835.jpg._1)
زمین و زماں تہارے لیے مکین و مکاں تمہارے لیے
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Zameen O Zamaan Tumhare Liye Makeen O Makaan Tumhare Liye
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
ہم مدینے سے اللہ کیوں آگئے قلب حیراں کی تسکیں وہیں رہ گئی
Behzad Lakhnavi - بہزاد لکھنوی
Hum Madine Se Allah Kyun Aa Gaye Qalab Hiran Ki Taskeen Wahen Reh Gai
![Behzad Lakhnavi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/pic_f5309_1514807152.jpg._1)
مصطفی جان رحمت پہ لاکھوں سلام
Naats - نعتیں
Mustafa Jaan E Rehmat Pe Lakhon Salam
نعمتیں بانٹتا جس سمت وہ ذیشان گیا
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Naimatain Banta Jis Simt Wo Zeeshan Gaya
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
وہ نبیوں میں رحمت لقب پانے والا
Naats - نعتیں
Wo Nabiyon Mein Rehmat Laqab Panay Wala
کاش میں تیرے حسیں ہاتھ کا کنگن ہوتا
Wasi Shah - وصی شاہ
Kash Me Tere Haseen Hath Ka Kangan Hota
![Wasi Shah Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393192858_author.jpg._1)
لگتا نہیں جی مرا اجڑے دیار میں
Bahadur Shah Zafar - بہادر شاہ ظفر
Lagtaa Nahin Hai Dil Miraa Ujre Dayaar Mein
![Bahadur Shah Zafar Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393100782_author.jpg._1)
ان کی مہک نے دل کے غنچے کھلا دیے ہیں
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Unki Mehek Ne Dil Ke Gunche Khila Diye Hai
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
میری جانب بھی ہو اک نگاہ کرم اے شفیع الوری خاتم الانبیا
Naats - نعتیں
Meri Janib Bhi Ho Ek Nigahe Karam Aye Shafi Ul Wara Khatam Ul Anbiya
مرا پیمبر عظیم تر ہے
Muzaffar Warsi - مظفر وارثی
Mera Payamber Azeem Tar Hai
![Muzaffar Warsi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393589632_author.jpg._1)
چمک تجھ سے پاتے ہیں سب پانے والے
Naats - نعتیں
Chamak Tujhse Paate Hain Paane Wale
خدا کا ذکر کرے ذکر مصطفی نہ کرے
Naats - نعتیں
Khuda Ka Zikr Kare Zikr Na Kare
من تو شدم تو من شدی من تن شدم تو جاں شدی
Ameer Khusro - امیر خسرو
Man Tu Shadam To Man Shudi Tan Shadam Tu Jaan Shudi
![Ameer Khusro Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393014367_author.jpg._1)
نمی دانم چہ منزل بود شب جائے کہ من بودم
Ameer Khusro - امیر خسرو
Nami Danam Che Manzil Bood Shab Jaye Ke Man Boodam
![Ameer Khusro Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393014367_author.jpg._1)
تجھے یاد کیا نہیں ہے مرے دل کا وہ زمانہ؟
Allama Iqbal - علامہ اقبال
Tujhe Yaad Kyaa Nahi Hai Mire Dil Kaa Vo Zamaana
![Allama Iqbal Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393414470_author.jpg._1)
ابتدائے عشق ہے روتا ہے کیا
Mir Taqi Mir - میر تقی میر
Ibtada E Ishq Hai Rota Hai Kia
![Mir Taqi Mir Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393528714_author.jpg._1)
مجھ خطاکار سا انسان مدینے میں رہے
Naats - نعتیں
Mujh Khata Kar Sa Insaan Madinay Main Rahe
اٹھا دو پردہ دکھا دو چہرہ کہ نورِ باری حجاب میں ہے
Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi - امام احمدرضا خان
Utha Do Parda Dikha Do Chehra Ke Noor Bari Hijab Mein Hai
![Imam Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393019510_author.jpg._1)
ہمیشہ دیر کر دیتا ہوں
Munir Niazi - منیر نیازی
Hamesha Dair Kar Deta Hoon
![Munir Niazi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393529178_author.jpg._1)
کبھی ان کا نام لینا، کبھی ان کی بات کرنا
Naseer Ud Din Naseer - پیر نصیر الدین نصیر
Kabhi Unka Naam Lena Kabhi Unki Baat Karna
![Naseer Ud Din Naseer Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/pic_1475062835.jpg._1)
اب کے ہم بچھڑے تو شاید کبھی خوابوں میں ملیں
Ahmed Faraz - احمد فراز
Ab Ke Hum Bichade To Shayad Kabhi Khawabon Mein Milen
![Ahmed Faraz Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393677950_author.jpg._1)
زخموں نے مجھ میں دروازے کھولے ہیں
Tehzeeb Haafi - تہذیب حافی
Zakhmon Ne Mujh Mien Darwaze Khole Hain
![Tehzeeb Haafi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1392963866_author.jpg._1)
کتاب سادہ رہے گی کب تک کہیں تو آغاز باب ہو گا
Murtaza Birlas - مرتضیٰ برلاس
Kitab Sada Rahe Gi Kab Tak Kahin To Aghaz Bat Hoga
![Murtaza Birlas Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393588739_author.jpg._1)
ہوئی تاخیر تو کچھ باعث تاخیر بھی تھا
Mirza Ghalib - اسداللہ خان غالب
Hoe Takheer To Kuch Bais Takheer Bhi Tha
![Mirza Ghalib Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393013006_author.jpg._1)
مجھ سے پہلی سی محبت مرے محبوب نا مانگ
Faiz Ahmad Faiz - فیض احمد فیض
Mujh Se Pehli Si Mohabbat Mere Mahboob Mang
![Faiz Ahmad Faiz Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393497164_author.jpg._1)
ویسے میں نے دنیا میں کیا دیکھا ہے
Tehzeeb Haafi - تہذیب حافی
Waise Main Ne Duniya Mein Kia Dekha Hai
![Tehzeeb Haafi Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1392963866_author.jpg._1)
آہ کو چاہیے اک عمر اثر ہونے تک
Mirza Ghalib - اسداللہ خان غالب
Aah Ko Chahiye Ek Umar Asar Hone Tak
![Mirza Ghalib Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393013006_author.jpg._1)
میرا دل اور مری جان مدینے والے
Naats - نعتیں
Mera Dil Aur Meri Jaan Madine Wale
اس سے پہلے کہ بے وفا ہوجائیں
Ahmed Faraz - احمد فراز
Is Se Pehle Ke Be Wafa Ho Jayen
![Ahmed Faraz Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393677950_author.jpg._1)
ستاروں سے آگے جہاں اور بھی ہیں
Allama Iqbal - علامہ اقبال
Sitaaroon Se Aage Jahaan Aur Bhi Hai
![Allama Iqbal Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393414470_author.jpg._1)
کوئی اتنا پیارا کیسے ہو سکتا ہے
Jawad sheikh - جواد شیخ
Koi Itna Pyar Kaise Ho Sakta Hai
![Jawad Sheikh Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1396955161_author.jpg._1)
فاصلوں کو تکلف ہے ہم سے اگر
Iqbal Azeem - اقبال عظیم
Faslon Ko Takalluf Hai Humse Agar Hum Bhi Be Bas Nahin Be Sahara Nahin
![Iqbal Azeem Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393062693_author.jpg._1)
یارب یہ جہاں گزراں خوب ہے لیکن
Allama Iqbal - علامہ اقبال
Yaa Rab Ye Jahaan-e-guzra Khub Hai Lekin
![Allama Iqbal Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393414470_author.jpg._1)
رنجش ہی سہی دل ہی دکھانے کے لئے آ
Ahmed Faraz - احمد فراز
Ranjish Hi Sahi Dil Hi Dukhane Ke Liye Aa
![Ahmed Faraz Urdu Poetry](https://photo-cdn.urdupoint.com/show_img_new/poetry/data/80x80/1393677950_author.jpg._1)
حقیقت میں وہ لطف زندگی پایا نہیں کرتے
Naats - نعتیں
Haqeeqat Mein Woh Lutfe Zindagi Paya Nahi Karte
Urdu poetry is traditionally a rich style of poetry which have different genres. In South Asian culture Urdu poetry is as important as the literature itself. During the British Empire, Urdu spread very fastly and received an official status. The major poets of Urdu were Mir Taqi mir, Mirza Ghalib, Mir Anees, Allama Iqbal, Josh Malihabadi, which set a mark for Urdu famous poetry.
During the start of the 18th century, with the arrival of famous words such as Faiz Ahmad Faiz, Ibn-e-Insha, Munir Niazi, Urdu prevailed in other countries. You can read the famous poetry of famous Urdu poets on UrduPoint by simply clicking on the poet in which you are interested. You can also check out Urdu poetry from this page.
Faiz Ahmad Faiz, Ehsan Danish
Faiz Ahmad Faiz comes at number one when we talk about the era of famous Urdu poetry. He was undoubtedly a Nobel Prize winner and was also awarded Nishan-e-Imtiaz for his remarkable work in literature and arts. Moreover, a collection of his poetry was published in 2011 by the name ‘celebrating Faiz’.
Alongside Faiz, Ehsan Danish was a prominent Urdu poet, linguist, and scholar from Pakistan. His poetry was famous for a romantic theme, but later, he wrote more poems about laborers. Ehsan Danish has written over 100 books on poetry, prose, and linguistics.
Waves of modern poetry
Syed Nasir Kazmi was a famous Urdu poet from Pakistan. He caused an uproar in modern poetry, and he was recognized for his exact words in poetry. The unique thing in his poetry was the use of short verses. His poetry got popular among people because the natural element was prominent in his poetry; his famous poetry has pieces such as Chaand, Raat, Barrish, Mausam, tanhai, etc.
Ibn-e-Insha was a famous Pakistani Poet, humorous writer, and columnist. His writings played a huge role in promoting poetry, and it was a mix of dialects of the Hindi-Urdu complex. Moreover, his unique form in a poetic style influenced young poets and conventional poetry, leaving a mark on infamous poetry.
Munir Niazi Was an Urdu and Punjabi language poet. His poetry was famous in newspapers, magazines, and radio. He was later associated with Pakistan television.
Literary advancements
In the year 1930, there was a drastic measure in poetry as well as in literature. Major poets or linguists in that period were Mustafa Zaidi, Ahmad Faraz, Jon Elia, Muzzafar Warsi, Anwar Masood, etc. Their poetry made a huge change in the traditional style of poetry.
New poetic syles
Major poetic styles were introduced and got in the list of famous Urdu poetry as we had some quality poets as well. We have many famous poets who have unique styles. Some extraordinary poets were Iftikhar Arif, Shamim Farooqui, Amjad Islam Amjad, Javed Akhtar, Mohsin Naqvi, Fehmida Riaz, and Zameer Akhtar Naqvi, etc.
Modern poetry
This era gave us some gems and some new poetic genres to add to famous poetry. Some famous poets were Rahat Indori, Ashfaq Husain, Munawwar Rana, Parveen Shakir, Sara Shagufta, etc. When we enter 1960, it was already the age of modern poetry, and this era gave us some very famous poets. Some of them are Fareed Parbati, Samina Raja, Anjum Rehbar, Zahida Hina, Raees Warsi, Zulfiqar Naqvi, Harris Khalique, Idris Azad, Riaz Tasneem etc.
20th-century poets
We have the upgraded form of poetry in this era with the arrival of new poets. In this era, some poets were Irshad Kamil, Akhtar Raza Saleemi, Irfan Nasirabadi, Sarim Momin, etc. Their poetry is still valued among famous poetry. But as we got in the 20th century, the poetry and literature in Urdu got a name of their own. Mashal Sultanpuri and Meena Kumari were the famous poets we found in the 20th century.
Conclusion
These famous poets have given a new shape to Urdu famous poetry and literature. These poets have made changes to the traditional as well as contemporary poetry of Pakistan. When we talk about the 18th century, we have got many changes in Urdu poetry genres. In the 18th century, poetry was more focused on nature, philosophy of life, revolution, romance, enlightenment, etc. for example, Allama Iqbal's poetry was specifically for youngsters of Pakistan to get them motivated.
But within the 20th century, we can see that more diverse themes are introduced. There is romantic, funny, satirical, sad, and love poetry as well nowadays. Poets are writing about Kashmir's motivation and bravery. Humorous poetry is also prevalent these days. You can check the work of these famous writers on UrduPoint.