Hyderabad, April 11: To pay tribute to the great Dakhni poet, the late Mr. Suleman Khateeb, for his valuable contributions to literature and Dakhni poetry, a musical program titled “Kewde Ka Ban” will be presented on Sunday evening, 7pm April 12, at Ravindra Bharathi.
Organized jointly by the Suleman Khaeb Trust and Darpan Theatre, this will be a unique and memorable program. The play “Kewde Ka Ban,” written by Naeem Javed, is directed by Ali Ahmed, with music composed by Jaspal Singh Muni. This was stated by office bearers of the Suleman Khateeb Trust during a press conference held here today.
Among those present on the occasion were Trust President Tahseen Khateeb, Secretary Dr. Shameem Surayya, Trustee Khwaja Tamkeen Khatib, Director Ali Ahmed, Production Manager Qutub Mohiuddin, Music Director Jaspal Singh Muni, Bollywood lyricist B. M. Turaz, noted poet Manzar Bhopali, Shabana Adeeb, and senior journalists Mr. Riyaz Ahmed and Mr. Zahid Farooqui.
The Trust officials stated that Suleman Khateeb was a great poet of Dakhni poetry who highlighted social issues through his work. He portrayed social evils like dowry and delicately depicted sensitive relationships such as that between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, holding a mirror to society. He also emphasized the importance of education. His poetry elevated the status of Dakhni literature and placed him among the foremost Dakhni poets.
“Kewde Ka Ban” (Pandanus Grove) is the title of one of his poetry collections, which is widely popular. Presenting it in a new and unique style aims to promote Dakhni literature and theatre, and to introduce the new generation to Dakhni poetry and poets.
Suleman Khateeb (1922–1976) was honored with the Karnataka Rajyotsava Youth Award in 1974. His works have been included in educational curricula in several states of India. His poetry reflects social reform, communal harmony, and cultural unity.
The Trust officials further mentioned that Dakhni poetry, especially Suleman Khatib’s work, remains popular worldwide, with millions enjoying it on YouTube. The play “Kewde Ka Ban” has been presented in such a way that audiences will smile, laugh, and even be moved to tears—a beautiful blend of satire, humor, and tragedy.
Songs based on Suleman Khateeb’s poetry, sung by Bollywood-associated singers, will also be presented at the event.
The evening of April 12 will not only be dedicated to the everlasting legacy of Suleman Khateeb but will also revive Hyderabad’s centuries-old tradition of love for culture, literature, and poetry.
A large number of admirers of Suleman Khateeb from Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Karnataka are expected to attend. The people of Hyderabad, especially the younger generation including students, are requested to participate in large numbers to make this memorable evening even more special.
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