1914 (Gwalior) – 1976 (Mumbai) • Progressive Romantic
"A highly significant progressive writer, an academic who taught at AMU, and the father of the legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar. Jan Nisar successfully navigated the worlds of pure literature and Bombay cinema. He wrote intensely romantic yet socially aware poetry, alongside penning immortal Bollywood classics like 'Ae dil-e-naadaan' which perfectly showcased his ability to capture complex human emotions simply."