"Mujhe Dushman Se Bhi Khuddari Ki Ummeed Rehti Hai:" Javed Akhtar's Shayari at Shaam-e-Rekhta

Javed Akhtar's Powerful Shayari & Nazm: "Yeh Khel Kya Hai" | Live at Shaam-e-Rekhta . “Mujhe Dushman Se Bhi Khuddari Ki Ummeed Rehti Hai” Javed Akhtar’s shayari speaks of standing your ground, living with separation and finding hope when change takes time. In this live Urdu poetry recitation, he presents ghazals and nazms about relationships, self respect and the contradictions of everyday life. Hear verses including “Jidhar Jaate Hain Sab Jaana Udhar Achha Nahi Lagta” and “Jeena Mushkil Hai Ki Aasan Zara Dekh To Lo”, alongside reflections on fading connections and the patience behind “Abhi Kuch Din Lagenge”. In "Yeh Khel Kya Hai", a chessboard becomes a way to examine life, power and unfair rules. Andhere Ka Samandar turns towards despair and resilience, finding the courage to set sail through uncertainty towards light. The opening address traces Urdu literature through Lucknow, Delhi and Bombay. It recalls Mir, Sauda, Insha, Mushafi, Ghalib, Momin, Zauq, Zafar, Sahir Ludhianvi, Kaifi Azmi, Majrooh Sultanpuri and Jan Nisar Akhtar, with a reference to Suhail Sahab, before welcoming Javed Akhtar. . Chapters: 00:00:00 Javed Akhtar Poetry Preview 00:01:01 Welcoming Javed Akhtar 00:02:19 Poetry on Self Respect 00:03:36 Love and Lost Trust 00:05:23 Dreams, Wounds and Appearances 00:06:50 Hope Takes Time 00:09:16 Longing After Separation 00:10:34 Poetry on Society and Daily Life 00:12:13 Change and Hidden Struggles 00:14:11 Life and Power Through Chess 00:17:19 Finding Light in Darkness . About Jashn-e-Rekhta Jashn-e-Rekhta is the world’s largest cultural festival celebrating the beauty, depth, and living spirit of the Urdu language. Held annually, it brings together poets, musicians, writers, thinkers, and artists from across the world to create a space of poetry, music, conversations, and storytelling. From soul-stirring mushairas and spellbinding musical evenings to intimate dialogues and immersive cultural experiences, the festival is where language turns into emotion and heritage finds a contemporary voice. More than a festival, Jashn-e-Rekhta is a movement that keeps Urdu alive, relevant, and deeply connected across generations. . #javedakhtar #urdushayari #shaamerekhta #urdupoetry #nazm #shayari #urduadab . About Rekhta Foundation: Rekhta Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation committed to preserving, promoting, and celebrating the Urdu language and its rich literary and cultural legacy. Through digital archives, learning platforms, publications, festivals, and community initiatives, the Foundation works to make Urdu accessible and meaningful for audiences worldwide. By bridging classical traditions with modern platforms and voices, Rekhta Foundation ensures that the language continues to inspire, connect, and evolve with time. . IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT NOTICE © Rekhta Foundation. All rights reserved. Unauthorised downloading, clipping, re-uploading, or reuse of this content (audio/video/visuals) is strictly prohibited without written permission. . External Links: Website: https://rekhta.org/ Instagram:   / jashnerekhtaofficial   Rekhta Books: https://rekhtabooks.com/ Rekhta Learning: https://rekhtalearning.com/