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Forgotten Maestro behind ‘Pakeezah’ & ‘Mirza Ghalib’: The tragic tale of Ghulam Mohammed

Among India’s greatest film music composers, Ghulam Mohammed’s melodies live on, but his name has faded from public memory. The man behind timeless classics of Pakeezah and Mirza Ghalib lived a life ...

This National Award Winner Lived In Poverty, Died Before His Greatest Work Released

During this prolonged wait, Ghulam Mohammed’s health deteriorated. He passed away in 1968, never witnessing the release of ...

Forget AQI, mehfils are in the Delhi air

Delhi is witnessing a vibrant resurgence of ticketed mehfils that marry the elegance of classical music with the charm of ...

Shaam-e-Ghazal brings timeless music to Delhi’s heart

Last weekend, the majestic Safdarjung Tomb in Delhi turned into a lyrical haven as the melodious ghazals floated through its ...

National Award-winning director, who once earned Rs 100 per month, struggled financially all his life, died before his masterpiece hit theatres

Ghulam Mohammed was a talented Bollywood music composer. His career was filled with hardship and poverty. He created unforgettable music for films like Pakeezah and Mirza Ghalib. His true recognition ...

Bollywood’s unluckiest music director earned Rs 100 a month, won National Award yet struggled for work; died before his musical masterpiece Pakeezah

Ghulam Mohammed achieved national recognition when he won the National Film Award for Best Music Direction for Mirza Ghalib ...