Fahmi Badayuni Explained

Zaman Sher Khan or Puttan Khan (4 January 1952 – 20 October 2024), better known by the pen name Fahmi Badayuni,^[1] was an Indian poet known for his contributions to Urdu literature.^{[2] [3]} Fahmi's poetry often revolved around themes of love, beauty, and human emotions, expressed in an eloquent yet simple style. His ghazals are remembered for their lyrical quality and the depth of feeling they convey.^{[4] [5] [6]}

Early life and education

Fahmi was born on 4 January 1952 in Pathan Tola Mohalla, Bisauli town, Budaun, Uttar Pradesh. After completing his studies, he initially worked as a Lekhpal but soon realized that the job did not suit him. In the 1980s, he turned towards poetry and began participating in mushairas (poetry recitals) in Bisauli and surrounding areas, marking the beginning of his journey as a poet.^[7]

Literary works

Fahmi Badayuni authored several notable books including:^[8]

• Majmooay
• Paanchvi Simt
• Dastaken Nigaahon Ki
• Hijr Ki Doosri Dawa
• Prem
• Akulta

His poetry was characterized by his ability to express deep thoughts in few words, a skill that was also influenced by his understanding of mathematics. His couplets often reflected profound philosophical aspects and various dimensions of human experience.

Death

On 20 October 2024, Fahmi died at his home in Bisauli, at the age of 72. Poet Wasim Barelvi expressed deep grief over the demise of Badayuni, stating "today a great poet has left us."^[9]

External links

• Fahmi Badayuni on Rekhta
• Fahmi Badayuni on UrduPoint

Notes and References

1. Web site: 2024-10-21 . शायरी की दुनिया ने खोया चमकता सितारा, 72 साल में मशहूर शायर फहमी बदायूंनी का निधन, हुए सुपुर्द-ए-खाक The world of poetry lost a shining star, famous poet Fahmi Badayuni died at the age of 72, was buried . 2024-10-21 . Patrika News . hi.
2. Web site: 2024-10-20 . 'तुमने नाराज होना छोड़ दिया, इतनी नाराजगी भी...', मशहूर शायर फहमी बदायूंनी का 72 साल की उम्र में निधन . 2024-10-21 . आज तक . hi.
3. Web site: Bharat . E. T. V. . 2024-10-21 . فہمی بدایونی کے مقبول و مشہور اشعار، پڑھیے دل کو چھو لینے والے کلام . 2024-10-21 . ETV Bharat News . ur.
4. Web site: Fahmi Badayuni: अंतराष्ट्रीय शायर फहमी बदायूंनी का 72 साल की उम्र में निधन, बदायूं में घर पर ली अंतिम सांस . 2024-10-21 . Amar Ujala . hi.
5. Web site: मशहूर शायर फहमी बदायूंनी का निधन, 72 साल की उम्र में ली अंतिम सांस - Famous poet Fahmi Badayuni passes away . 2024-10-21 . Jagran . hi.
6. Book: Rai, Vikram . Mahakte Ashaar . Sankalp Publication . 978-93-90468-43-0 . hi.
7. Book: Rahman, Tariq . The Handbook of Mirza Ghalib's Poetry and Poetics: Commentaries and Contemporary Concerns . 2024 . Springer Nature . 978-981-99-7892-2 . en.
8. News: 2024-10-21 . معروف شاعر فہمی بدایونی کا انتقال، آج تدفین ہوگی . 2024-10-21 . Inquilab.com . ur.
9. Web site: 'મુઝે તુમસે બિછડના હી પડેગા...' શાયરી માટે જાણીતા યુપીના પ્રસિદ્ધ શાયર ફહમી બદાયૂંનીનું નિધન . 2024-10-21 . www.gujaratsamachar.com . gu.