Tehzeeb Hafi (also spelled Tahzeeb Hafi) is a prominent contemporary Pakistani Urdu poet, widely recognized for his fresh, emotional, and relatable style of shayari that particularly appeals to younger audiences.
Early Life and Background
He was born as Syed Tehzeeb ul Hassan on December 5, 1989, in the village of Retra, Tehsil Taunsa Sharif, Dera Ghazi Khan District, Punjab, Pakistan. He comes from a Punjabi Rajput family and grew up in a modest environment in the region.
Education
Tehzeeb Hafi initially pursued technical studies and earned a degree in Software Engineering from Mehran University of Engineering and Technology in Jamshoro. Later, he shifted toward literature and completed a Master’s degree (MA) in Urdu from the Islamia University of Bahawalpur (also referred to as Bahawalpur University in some sources).
Career and Poetry
He began writing poetry during his college years and gradually gained recognition through mushairas (poetry recitals), social media, and online platforms. Tehzeeb Hafi is celebrated for his modern sensibility combined with classical depth, often using simple, everyday language to express complex emotions like love, heartbreak, longing, mental health, and existential themes. His style is described as “pictorial,” innocent, natural, and heartfelt, with a magical quality in word arrangement and delivery that deeply connects with listeners and readers.
He has become one of the most popular voices in contemporary Urdu poetry, especially among the youth in Pakistan and India, thanks to viral performances, YouTube recitations, and active presence on Instagram and other platforms. He has performed at major poetry events and mushairas internationally.
Published Works
He has released notable poetry collections, including “Rang” and “Nok Jhok”, which have been praised for their contemporary themes and accessibility.
Personal Life and Current Status
Tehzeeb Hafi maintains a relatively private personal life, though he has shared that his family supports his literary career. He is currently based in Lahore, Pakistan, where he continues to write, perform, and engage with fans through social media and live events.
His poetry often reflects a blend of tradition and modernity, making him a significant figure in today’s Urdu literary scene.