Comedian and actor Sohail Ahmed recently discussed Indian singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh’s deep admiration for the legendary Pakistani qawwali artist Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. During a media talk, Sohail Ahmed shared that Dosanjh spoke about Nusrat with great reverence, often describing him as an unparalleled artist, saying, “I’ve never seen an artist like him; he was truly out of this world.” Dosanjh also expressed his belief that Nusrat’s music and poetry had a profound global impact.
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Sohail Ahmed highlighted that many Indian artists hold Pakistani poetry and culture in high esteem, appreciating the talent of Pakistani musicians, actors, and singers. He emphasized the need for Pakistan to value its own artists without seeking external validation, pointing to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan as an iconic figure who had a massive following, even when performing locally at Lahore’s Data Darbar shrine.
Ahmed’s comments served as a reminder of the importance of recognizing and supporting Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage and its artists.
