Faakhir Mehmood facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Faakhir Mehmood
Native name	فاخر محمود
Birth name	Faakhir Mehmood
Also known as	Faakhir
Born	(1973-04-20) 20 April 1973 (age 52)
Origin	Islamabad, Pakistan
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Genres	Pop
Occupation(s)	Singer musician music composer Actor
Instruments	Vocals keyboard
Years active	1992–present
Labels	T-series, Hi-Tech Music, Fire Records, Universal Music India, Tips Music
Associated acts	Awaz
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Faakhir Mehmood (born April 20, 1973) is a talented Pakistani artist. He is a singer, musician, and music producer. He also plays the keyboard and acts!

Faakhir began his music journey in 1992. He was part of a Pakistani music group called Awaz. The band included another famous musician, Haroon. Awaz broke up in 2000 because the members wanted to try different things. After that, Faakhir started his own solo music career.

Faakhir's Early Life and Music Journey

Faakhir went to the University of Engineering and Technology in Lahore. While he was there, he met Haroon, another young singer. In 1992, they decided to form the band Awaz. Faakhir played the keyboard for the band. Asad Ahmed was the guitarist.

After Awaz split up in 2000, Faakhir started working on his own music. His first solo album was called Aatish, released in 2002. Before that, in August 2000, he released a national song, "Dil Na Lagay, Pakistan". He then released Sub Tun Sohniyeh in 2003. His album Mantra came out in 2005.

In Mantra, there is a song called "Jiya Na Jaye". Faakhir sang this song with Indian singer Sunidhi Chauhan. Another song from Mantra, "Mahi Ve", won two awards. These awards were given at India's Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards. Faakhir also performed at that event.

Live Performances and Collaborations

Faakhir has performed his music all over the world. He has had live shows in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Of course, he has also performed in many parts of Pakistan.

He has shared the stage with international artists. These include Sukhbir and Stereo Nation from Europe.

In 2015, Faakhir helped produce the music for a Pakistani movie. The movie was called Ho Mann Jahaan.

In 2016, Faakhir was one of the music directors for Coke Studio Pakistan (season 9). His first appearance was with an unplugged version of "Afreen Afreen". Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Momina Mustehsan sang this song. He also performed a Pashto folk song, "Dilruba Na Raazi", with Zeb Bangash. Later, he sang "Dil Kamla" with Natasha Khan.

In 2017, Faakhir Mehmood spoke about important social issues. These comments were reported by a major newspaper in Pakistan. Faakhir has also served as a UN Goodwill Ambassador for the World Health Organization. This means he helped promote good health around the world.

Awards and Recognition

Faakhir Mehmood has received several important awards for his music:

• Pride of Performance Award from the President of Pakistan in 2007.
• Lux Style Awards: Best Song for "Kabhi Kabhi Pyar Mein" in 2010.
• Hum Awards: Best Music Video for "Baliya" in 2013.
• 3rd Hum Awards: Best Music Single in 2015.

Music Albums

• Aatish (2002)
• Sub Tun Sohniyeh (2003)
• Mantra (2005)
• Jee Chaahey (2011–12) – This was Faakhir's fourth album. He composed and produced it himself. The songs were recorded at Shani's studio. The lyrics were written by Sabir Zafar and Prashant Vasal. The album was released by Fire Records.
  • Songs on Jee Chaahey:
    • "Allah Karay" (with Mahnoor Baloch featuring Mikaal Zulfiqar)
    • "Atom Bomb"
    • "Baylia"
    • "Jee Chahay"
    • "Kho Jaon" featuring Meera
    • "Maula"
    • "Mitti Pao"
    • "O Sheeday"
    • "Parwah"
    • "Shikva"

Soundtracks and Commercials

Faakhir has also created music for various projects:

• Ek Wari
• Tum Meri Ho
• Dolly Darling
• Salam Zindagi

He has also appeared in TV commercials for brands like Nestle Everyday, Boomer, Telenor Pakistan, and United Bank Limited.

See also

• Awaz
• Haroon (singer)
• Asad Ahmed