Rekhti
‘Rekhti’ is a genre of Urdu poetry in which male poets express pure feminine emotions in the language and style of women. Originating in the 18th century, this genre delves into the themes of love, desire, gender dysphoria and women-centric societal challenges.
1752 -1817
One of the most firebrand poets of Lucknow. Contemporary of Meer Taqi Meer. His rivalry with Mushafi is well-recorded. Also wrote Rekhti poetry and 'Raani Ketki ki kahani" in prose
1756 -1835
Known for Rekhti, a form of Urdu poetry where a poet speaks in language of women.
