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Short films that open up a ghazal line by line, tell the stories of the poets, explain the craft of the form and review the great books of Urdu, Hindi and Gujarati poetry.

Ghazal Explained9:35Dil-e-naadaan Explained – Mirza Ghalibदिल-ए-नादाँ तुझे हुआ क्या हैExplore Mirza Ghalib's iconic ghazal 'Dil-e-naadaan tujhe hua kya hai', written during a time of personal and societal turmoil. This video unpacks the ghazal's deep questions on love, heartbreak, and existence, revealing its Sufi symbolism and timeless relevance. Each couplet is explained with context, symbolism, and meaning.Mirza Ghalib · 8 chaptersBook Reviews9:51Diwan-e-Ghalib Review – Ghalibदीवान-ए-ग़ालिब: एक समीक्षाThis video reviews the Hindi translation of 'Diwan-e-Ghalib' by Naseem Abbasi, exploring its poetic structure and philosophical depth. It discusses how the translation makes Ghalib's complex Urdu poetry accessible to Hindi readers, and analyzes key themes such as existence, love, and mortality. The review also evaluates the strengths and limitations of Abbasi's interpretative approach.Mirza Ghalib · 6 chaptersBook Reviews7:13Shaayad: Jaun Elia's Philosophyशायद: जौन एलिया की फिलॉसफीThis explainer delves into Jaun Elia's poetry collection 'Shaayad', focusing on his philosophy of doubt. It explores how Jaun Elia questions certainty, self-identity, and the nature of desire through his verses. The video provides a critical analysis of his poetic style and the existential questions he raises.Jaun Elia · 6 chaptersBook Reviews7:22Ghalib: Text & Context – Book Reviewग़ालिब: पाठ और सन्दर्भThis video reviews Prof. M. Mujeeb's book 'Ghalib: Paath aur Sandarbh', exploring Ghalib's poetry, metaphors, and his vision of free humanity. It discusses the historical background of Ghalib's era, the complexity of his style, and the philosophical depth of his work. The review highlights how Ghalib's poetry transcends literal meanings to touch upon existential questions.Mirza Ghalib · 6 chaptersGhazal Explained8:41Wajood ka Bojh – Ghalib Ghazal Explainedवजूद का बोझThis video explores Mirza Ghalib's iconic ghazal 'Na tha kuchh to Khuda tha', delving into its philosophical depth about existence and identity. Through a close reading of key couplets, the explainer unpacks Ghalib's reflections on the burden of being and the pain of consciousness. The discussion connects Ghalib's ideas to contemporary life, offering timeless insights.Mirza Ghalib · 5 chapters