Hayat Amrohvi (1912–12 October 1946) whose real name was Syed Mohammad Jafari, was a literary figure from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh. he was a contemporary and classmate of Rais Amrohvi at Syed-ul-Madaris.[1] He began his career by starting a monthly magazine named ‘Hayat’ from Amroha, which was later suspended.[2][3][4][5][6]
Early life and background
He was born in Amroha in 1912.
Life
He moved to Meerut in search of employment and worked at Daarul Uloom Mansabiya, where he continued his education and also served as a teacher for some time. His passion for poetry was evident from his childhood, and this led him to Mumbai upon the invitation of Kamal Amrohi and other friends.[7] In Mumbai, he composed lyrics for the film ‘Pukaar,’ which were very well received.[8][9][10]
His contributions to Urdu literature include 21 ghazals and 3 shers. He also authored an e-book titled ‘Saz-e-Zindagi’ in 1989. His works reflect the depth of his poetic expression and his mastery of the Urdu language.[11][12]
Literary works
Saz-e-Zindagi (1989): This book by Hayat Amrohvi offers a glimpse into life's melodies and challenges. His poetic expression shines through in this collection.[13][14]
Death
He died at a young age on 16 October 1946, at Amroha, India.[15]
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