Amjad Islam Amjad

Amjad Islam Amjad (4 August 1944 – 10 February 2023) was a Pakistani Urdu poet, screenwriter, playwright and lyricist. he received many awards for his literary work and screenplay for TV, including Pride of Performance and Sitara-e-Imtiaz (Star of Excellence) awards. Later on, he also received the prestigious Tamgh-e-Imtiaz in 1998.

Early life and education Amjad was born in Lahore, Punjab in British India (now Pakistan). His family originally belonged to Sialkot. He received his secondary education in Lahore, and graduated from Government Islamia College Civil Lines, Lahore. He was also member of the college cricket team and participated in the inter-collegiate tournament. He gained a Masters of Arts degree in Urdu literature from Punjab University.

In 1989, Amjad was appointed Director General of the Urdu Science Board. He also worked as a project director of the Children Library Complex. Among his most notable dramas are Dehleez, Samandar, Raat, Waqt and Apnay Log.

Journalism In June 2008, he joined Urdu newspaper Daily Express and wrote column with the title of Chasham-e-Tamasha.

Legacy Amjad Islam Amjad has been a vital part of the literary world. some of his famous dramas include; Waris, Din, Fishar and many more.

Amjad Islam Amjad also wrote dramas based on criticism. He has been honoured with many national and international awards.

Governor of Punjab, Pakistan, Muhammad Baligh Ur Rehman expressed his grief over Amjad's death by saying:

"Undoubtedly, Amjad Islam Amjad was Pakistan's number one drama writer. He made a name for himself with his unique poetry. Poets and drama writers like him are born after decades". Karachi Arts Council Award, (Best Book of Prose: Nai Puraney) (1991) Special President Award (TV Serial: Waris) (1980) Best Nazam Nigar of the Year "Biaaz" Award (2005) Best Film Writer Nigar Award (2 Awards) (1982–1987) Agfa Award (1987) Bolan Award (2 Awards) (1987–1995) TV Serial Waris (Published in Chinese Language) (1987) TV Serial Waris (Dubbed in Chinese Language & Telecasted on Chinese TV National Network) (1988) Amjad Islam Amjad Art & Personality (Compilation Of Writings About Art & Personality of Amjad Islam Amjad) (1996) Special Edition of Monthly ”Chahaar Su" (2001) Special Edition of Monthly "Biaaz" (2003) Jashn-E-Amjad Islam Amjad, Doha- Dubai (2001) PTV Awards (12 total including Silver Jubilee Award) (1989) Necip Fazil International Culture and Art Award Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Crescent of Excellence) Award by the President of Pakistan (2023)