Fasih Ur Rehman

Fasih Ur Rehman is a Kathak maestro from Pakistan. He has been a disciple of Maharaj Ghulam Hussain Kathak for 20 years, (1977–1998) in Lahore, Pakistan, and later continued his studies with Kumudini Lakhia in London and Ahmedabad, India. He is the main male Kathak dancer of Pakistan with more than 30 years of Kathak experience.

First years and background From a royal Afghan lineage, his mother was closely related to princess Fatima Sultana of Kaboul, sister of King Amanullah Khan of Afghanistan. Encouraged by his close family he decided to observe Maharaj Ghulam Hussein's lessons, and then started learning from him. Later, he also started performing on stage under the direction of Maharaj Ghulam.

Awards In 2006 he received Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, Medal of Excellence given by Pakistan State to high achievement for his outstanding career in arts.