1971 (Azamgarh) – Present • Modern Master
"Celebrated as a 'Modern Master', Shakeel Azmi's era spans from his birth in 1971 in Azamgarh to the present day. He operates seamlessly as both a contemporary poet and a highly regarded Bollywood lyricist. Characterized by a modern and philosophical style, he is widely known for weaving profound, modern thoughts into his verses, bridging the gap between literary depth and popular cinematic appeal."