Gulzar

Writing

Born August 18, 1934

From Jhelum, Punjab, Pakistan

Also known as गुलज़ार , Sampooran Singh Kalra, Gulzar Kalra

Biography

Sampooran Singh Kalra known popularly by his pen name Gulzar, is an Indian poet, lyricist, musician, composer and film director. Born in Jhelum District in British India (now in Pakistan) his family moved to India after partition. He started his career with music director S.D. Burman as a lyricist i...