Humour and Satire
Humor and satire stem forth from the inequalities of society. In order to become thoroughly familiar with a society, one has to leaf through the satirical literature written in it. In Urdu, there is a splendid tradition and treasure of humorous literature. Mushtaq Ahmed Yusufi, Patras Bukhari, Rasheed Ahmed Siddiqui, and many other writers wrote remarkably humorous yet incisive pieces. This page at Rekhta is popping with an array of choice humorous works ever written in Urdu. Read on and roll on laughing!
One of the noted satirist and humourists in Urdu known for his broader vision of life; brother of major writer Asmat Chughtai.
Urdu poet,critic and one of the pioneers of the progressive movement in Urdu literature. Close relation with Faiz Ahmad Faiz as their wives were sisters.
Mujtaba Husain a prolific and critically acclaimed humourist in the field of Urdu literature. He was honored with the award of the much-coveted Padma Shri by the Government of India for his contributions to Urdu literature.
Most prominent humorist and satirist of Pakistan; author of extraordinary works "Chiraagh Tale" and "Aab-e-Gum". He received Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-i-Imtiaz, the highest literary honours by the Government of Pakistan.
One of the most read fiction and travelogue writers from Pakistan; known for his unique creativity and appeal.
