In the next episode of Punjab Mail, the audience will get to know some interesting facts about the versatile poet, lyricist, writer, Sahir Ludhianvi. The show will air on PTC Punjabi on June 4 at 2:30 PM.
Here are some lesser known facts about him
He won a Filmfare award for the Best Lyricist for Taj Mahal in 1963.
His work has inspired Indian cinema, and particulary Bollywood.
A commemorative stamp was issued in the honour of the ninety-second anniversary of Sahir's birth on 8 March 2013.
He was also awarded with Padma Shri Award in 1971 for his amazing work in the industry.
Sahir has also written poetry in Urdu language.
Don’t forget to watch Punjab Mail on June 4 at 2:30 PM only on PTC Punjabi.