Heer Waris Shah (History and Recitation)

Heer Ranjha is one of several popular tragic romances of Punjab. There are several poetic narrations of the story, the most famous being Heer by Waris Shah written in 1766. His poetic verse is a treasure-trove of Punjabi phrases, idioms and sayings. His minute and realistic depiction of the details of Punjabi life and political situation in the 18th century remains unique and the entire poem is an album of colorful and enchanting pictures of life in the Punjab.

Recitation of Heer Waris Shah is an art and for centuries people are singing this romantic epic in community fairs, chopals and theatres. Mr. Taimur Afghani is a renowned Heer singer from Sheikhupura District. He has participated in many Heer recitation competitions around Punjab and won several medals for his unique style and voice. Mr. Tariq Bhatti will talk about the background and history of this kalaam by Waris Shah.