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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 Explained9:28Patta Patta Boota Boota – Mir Taqi Mir Ghazalपत्ता पत्ता बूटा बूटाExplore the timeless ghazal 'Patta Patta Boota Boota' by Mir Taqi Mir, a poetic masterpiece capturing unrequited love and the pain of 18th-century Delhi. This video unpacks the symbolism, couplets, and enduring influence of Mir's work, from inspiring Ghalib to Bollywood melodies. Discover why Mir's words remain the ultimate voice for broken hearts.Mir Taqi Mir · 9 chapters

Book Reviews5:35Diwan-e-Ghalib Book Review – Mirza Ghalibदीवान-ए-ग़ालिबThis video delves into Diwan-e-Ghalib, the celebrated collection of Urdu ghazals by Mirza Ghalib. It explores how Ghalib's poetry captures raw human emotions within a precise and structured form. The review highlights the book's architecture, motifs, and the tension between discipline and emotional depth.Mirza Ghalib · 8 chapters

Ghazal Explained10:03Sitaron Se Aage – Iqbal Ghazal Explainedसितारों से आगेThis video explores Allama Iqbal's iconic ghazal 'Sitaron Se Aage', delving into its philosophical depth and timeless message. Through a close reading of the poem, we examine Iqbal's call for relentless self-development and the pursuit of ever-expanding horizons. The analysis highlights the poem's structure, metaphors, and relevance to contemporary life.Allama Iqbal · 6 chapters

Ghazal 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