The illustrious poet lyricist from Kerala, Mr. ONV Kurup and the noted Urdu poet Mr. Akhlaq Khan Shaharyar have won the coveted Jnanpith Award for their outstanding contributions, for the years 2007 and 2008 respectively. The country, as a whole, salutes these geniuses for their outstanding work.
Shaharyar saab shall always be remembered for that soulful number, 'In aankhon ki masti' in the movie 'Umrao Jaan'.
On a personal level, my heartiest felicitations to ONV sir(as he's fondly known in Kerala) for this achievement of his. He's an ardent admirer of my Muthachan and always makes it a point to attend all the functions of the Foundation and render his classic touch. And that aspect makes sir's achievement very special for each and everyone back home as they consider ONV sir's achievement as their very own!
The 79 year old ONV sir is a communist at heart and sincerely believes that the thoughts of Marx and Lenin, if followed to the letter, would indeed bring about the classless society that they'd visualised. His lyrics have a rare texture impregnated with meaning, a sense of purpose and a charming simplicity in thought.
Here's wishing ONV sir and his gracious wife many more years of togetherness coupled with fond memories and may there be more poetic offerings from that blessed pen!!
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