Hasan Jahangir

Comeback to music (2011–2012) Jahangir made his official comeback after a lengthy period of inactivity with a fresh take on the Bengali folk song "Dol Dol Doloni".

Mainstream recognition on Coke Studio (2017-2025) In 2017, the Bollywood comedy Mubarakan featured a remixed version of Jahangir's 1987 blockbuster song "Hawa Hawa".

Hasan Jahangir's song "Phone Call Karoni" was released in 2018 as a single the music for the song was composed by Vijoy Kashyap, with lyrics and vocals by Hasan Jahangir and the tune of "Phone Call Karoni" was inspired by the Bengali folk song it had a romantic track, the song features a more upbeat, modern production style compared to his 1980s music, while still maintaining his signature pop sound.

The most significant moment of Jahangir's resurgence occurred in 2018 when he appeared on Coke Studio Pakistan and his performance of a new rendition of "Hawa Hawa" with singer Gul Panra was a massive success. Hasan's collaboration was a nostalgic tribute to his past while also bringing his sound to a contemporary audience.

Rise to global stardom (2026) In March 2026, Jahangir received $50,000 (approx. ₹46 lakh) for the use of "Hawa Hawa" in the Bollywood film Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh.

In late 2025, he released the single "Piyar Di Gaddi Dhak Dhak Chaldi," which performed well on digital streaming platforms. In March 2026, he headlined the "Dubai Dhamaal" concert, performing for the South Asian diaspora in the UAE.

Personal life Hassan was married and his daughter Sehar Hassan is a voice actress. In a 2026 interview on the show Shan-e-Sahoor, he revealed that he raised his only daughter single-handedly following the death of his wife nearly 30 years ago.

Philanthropy He has utilized his status as a prominent musician to draw attention to and advocate for various social issues. Jahangir has actively worked to assist children, youth, and women who are in distress in Karachi's less-resourced communities. In 2022 on August 17, Hassan publicly appreciated Sahara Homecare Services for its quality of service.

Impact and achievements Influence and legacy Even before "Hawa Hawa," Jahangir was cultivating a unique style. He was known for his high-energy performances and for sourcing his stage outfits from local markets. He claimed to be the first artist in the subcontinent to perform shirtless, a move later adopted by Bollywood actors.

Jahangir has also explained where he got the idea for the look. He stated that he was inspired by English magazines of the era, such as Rolling Stone, which John Stamos, and Shaun Cassidy were famous on beaches with their bodies visible.

Discography Studio albums Imran Khan is a Superman (1982), his first single released Phone Call Karoni Hawa Hawa, song on Coke Studio (Pakistan): featuring Hasan Jahangir, Gul Panra and Baloch Lewa, Coke Studio, Season 11 (2018) Dil Hai Deewana (2021) Dol Dol (2023) Hawa Hawa 2.0 (2024) Respect For The Champions (2024) Ye Lamhay Aise Aye Hen (2024) Piyar Di Gaddi Dhak Dhak Chaldi (2026)

Film soundtracks Don 2 (1988) Aag Ka Gola (1989) Billoo Badshah (1989) Solah Satra (1990) Insaaf Apne Lahoo Se (1994) Chaalis Chauraasi (2012) Mubarakan (2017) Dhurandhar: The Revenge (2026)

Honours and tributes Tributes were paid to Hassan Jahangir at an event held in his honor at the Arts Council of Pakistan in Karachi on July 5, 2024, where he was also given a Lifetime Achievement Award. The event celebrated his career and lasting influence on Pakistani pop music.

Ambassadorship Ambassador of Happiness in 2024.

Awards and recognition Year Award Category Result Title Ref. 2023 Sitara-i-Imtiaz Star of Excellence Music 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Arts Council of Pakistan Pop Music