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On the 213th Birth Anniversary of Mirza Ghalib, Gulzar and some others attempt to resurrect the legacy of the greatest icon of Urdu poetry
A theory pegs John F Kennedy to be the reincarnation of Abraham Lincoln. We dare say there might have been a similar soul-surrender in the direction of Gulzar after Ghalib’s lifetime. Considering the creative genius and aesthetic purity of either, it sounds quite probable. Besides, watching Gulzar eulogise the master of Urdu poetry on his 213th birth anniversary at the poet’s haveli in Gali Qasim Jaan in Ballimaran, Old Delhi, could make it sound further convincing.
On December 26, 2010, a bust of Mirza Ghalib was unveiled by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Sheila Dixit, at the Ballimaran haveli, which has now been renovated and partially transformed into a museum. It was the least the long derelict landmark – where Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan, better known as Ghalib, spent his last years – could ask for. The legacy of Mirza Ghalib, arguably the greatest Urdu poet of all times after Mir Taqi Mir, is nearly forgotten except by a few. Gulzar, who made an entire television-series on the legend, narrated how Mirza Ghalib is an important element of Indian history and culture on the occasion. Every year on the eve of Ghalib’s birthday, Gulzar is joined by his friends, and fans of Ghalib, for a candle march from Townhall to Gali Qasim Jaan. Ghalib’s poetry has been translated by several scholars; his writings remain a collector’s delight. And yet attempts to restore his glory and re-introduce new generation to his works have been found to be dragging along.
Of the stalwart, Gulzar reminisced, “His poems, his lifestyle and his thought process were an inspiration. In an era when people laid emphasis on religion, Mirza Ghalib talked about humanity. Even though Ghalib was saddened by the loss of his seven children, there was never a dull moment in his company. He was known for his sense of humour and presence of mind. His quick witted one liners were not mere remarks or statements, but had literary depth in them. There is no doubt that Ghalib was an egotist. But he was aware of his potential and standing as a poet, hence he possessed a huge ego.”
Ghalib was quite a rebel as far as his thoughts were concerned, and hence was a little too scathing of his contemporaries. He was appointed tutor to Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar after the death of Zafar's ustad, Sheikh Ibrahim Zauq, in 1854. In addition to being poet-tutor, he was appointed the royal historian of the Mughal court. Although Ghalib never worked for money, his kith and kin were kind enough to take care of his frugal needs. Once jailed for gambling, Ghalib is believed to have reveled in the experience of being behind bars! The unveiled bust of Ghalib, commissioned by Gulzar and sculpted by the skilled Bhagawan Rampure of Sholapur, will hope to highlight the legacy of the master, lest we find Ghalib’s lines ringing true all over again.
Khaak ho jaayenge ham tum ko khabar hone tak
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On the 213th Birth Anniversary of Mirza Ghalib, Gulzar and some others attempt to resurrect the legacy of the greatest icon of Urdu poetry
A theory pegs John F Kennedy to be the reincarnation of Abraham Lincoln. We dare say there might have been a similar soul-surrender in the direction of Gulzar after Ghalib’s lifetime. Considering the creative genius and aesthetic purity of either, it sounds quite probable. Besides, watching Gulzar eulogise the master of Urdu poetry on his 213th birth anniversary at the poet’s haveli in Gali Qasim Jaan in Ballimaran, Old Delhi, could make it sound further convincing.
On December 26, 2010, a bust of Mirza Ghalib was unveiled by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Sheila Dixit, at the Ballimaran haveli, which has now been renovated and partially transformed into a museum. It was the least the long derelict landmark – where Mirza Asadullah Baig Khan, better known as Ghalib, spent his last years – could ask for. The legacy of Mirza Ghalib, arguably the greatest Urdu poet of all times after Mir Taqi Mir, is nearly forgotten except by a few. Gulzar, who made an entire television-series on the legend, narrated how Mirza Ghalib is an important element of Indian history and culture on the occasion. Every year on the eve of Ghalib’s birthday, Gulzar is joined by his friends, and fans of Ghalib, for a candle march from Townhall to Gali Qasim Jaan. Ghalib’s poetry has been translated by several scholars; his writings remain a collector’s delight. And yet attempts to restore his glory and re-introduce new generation to his works have been found to be dragging along.
Of the stalwart, Gulzar reminisced, “His poems, his lifestyle and his thought process were an inspiration. In an era when people laid emphasis on religion, Mirza Ghalib talked about humanity. Even though Ghalib was saddened by the loss of his seven children, there was never a dull moment in his company. He was known for his sense of humour and presence of mind. His quick witted one liners were not mere remarks or statements, but had literary depth in them. There is no doubt that Ghalib was an egotist. But he was aware of his potential and standing as a poet, hence he possessed a huge ego.”
Ghalib was quite a rebel as far as his thoughts were concerned, and hence was a little too scathing of his contemporaries. He was appointed tutor to Mughal emperor Bahadur Shah Zafar after the death of Zafar's ustad, Sheikh Ibrahim Zauq, in 1854. In addition to being poet-tutor, he was appointed the royal historian of the Mughal court. Although Ghalib never worked for money, his kith and kin were kind enough to take care of his frugal needs. Once jailed for gambling, Ghalib is believed to have reveled in the experience of being behind bars! The unveiled bust of Ghalib, commissioned by Gulzar and sculpted by the skilled Bhagawan Rampure of Sholapur, will hope to highlight the legacy of the master, lest we find Ghalib’s lines ringing true all over again.
Khaak ho jaayenge ham tum ko khabar hone tak
For More IIPM Info, Visit below mentioned IIPM articles.
IIPM ranks No 1 in International Exposure in the 'Third Mail Today B-School Survey'
Management Guru Arindam Chaudhuri Dean Business School IIPM
IIPM Excom Prof Rajita Chaudhuri
Kapil Sibal’s voters want Jan Lokpal, not Government-proposed Lokpal Bill
"Thorns to Competition" amongst the top 10 best sellers of the week.
IIPM RANKED NO.1 in MAIL TODAY B-SCHOOL RANKINGS
'Thorns to Competition' - You can order your copy online from here
IIPM Mumbai Campus
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