Hadiqa Kiani facts for kids
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Hadiqa Kiani
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| Years active | 1995–present |
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Hadiqa Kiani (born August 11, 1972) is a famous Pakistani singer, songwriter, actress, and social worker. She is known for her powerful voice and hit songs, especially her folk song "Boohey Barian" from 1998.
Hadiqa has won many awards in Pakistan and around the world. She has performed at famous venues like the Royal Albert Hall in London and The Kennedy Center in the United States. She sings in many languages, including Urdu, Punjabi, Sindhi, and Pashto.
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Early Life and Start of Her Career
Hadiqa Kiani was born in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. She was the youngest of three children. Her father passed away when she was only three. Her mother, Khawar Kiani, was a school principal and a poet. She saw Hadiqa's musical talent and signed her up for music classes.
Even as a young student, Hadiqa represented Pakistan in children's festivals in countries like Turkey, Jordan, and Greece, where she won medals. She was also part of a popular children's music show on TV called Rang Barangi Dunya.
When she was in the eighth grade, her family moved to Lahore. There, she continued to train in classical music. She later earned a master's degree in Psychology from the Government College University.
In the early 1990s, Hadiqa hosted a children's music show called Angan Angan Taray. She sang over a thousand songs for kids on the show. She also worked as a VJ (video jockey) for a music show on the NTM channel. In 1995, she began singing for movies, like the hit film Sargam. Her singing in the movie won her a Nigar Award.
Music Career and Hit Albums
Hadiqa Kiani has released many successful albums over the years. Her music has made her one of Pakistan's biggest pop stars.
1995: Raaz
In 1996, Hadiqa released her first album, Raaz (which means "Secret"). The album was a big success and had many popular songs. It was unusual at the time for a female singer from a non-musical family to release a pop album, which made her stand out. One of the hit songs, "Maane Di Mauj," was a Kashmiri folk song that showed she could sing in different styles.
Her popularity grew quickly. In 1997, she became the first Asian singer to perform on the British National Lottery Live show on BBC One. She also toured the United States and performed at a big event in Hong Kong to celebrate its freedom from the United Kingdom.
1998: Roshni
In 1998, Hadiqa released her second album, Roshni (which means "Light"). This album became a massive hit. One of its most famous songs was "Dupatta". The music video was inspired by the movie The Matrix and was very popular.
But the biggest hit from the album was "Boohey Barian." This song is still one of her most loved songs and is considered a classic in Pakistani music. The album Roshni sold over a million copies in Pakistan, which is a huge achievement. Because of her success, she was signed by companies like Lipton and Sunsilk for advertisements.
2002: Rung
Hadiqa's third album, Rung (which means "Color"), came out in 2002. It included hit songs like "Jogi Bun Kay Aa" and "Mahi." The music video for "Mahi" was directed by the famous director Asim Raza and had a powerful message about not judging people. It was one of the most expensive music videos made in Pakistan that year.
2007: Rough Cut
In 2007, Hadiqa released Rough Cut, an album she made with guitarist Aamir Zaki. This was a special album because all the songs were in English. It was the first time a major Pakistani artist had released a full English album. Before the album came out, she released a popular Urdu song with Zaki called "Iss Baar Milo."
2009: Aasmaan
Her fifth album, Aasmaan (which means "Sky"), was released in 2009. On this album, she sang in many languages, including Urdu, Punjabi, Pashto, and even Persian. Every single from the album became a number-one hit.
One of the most famous songs was "Janan," a Pashto song she sang with Irfan Khan. The song was a huge success and was even mentioned in the Los Angeles Times. It became so popular that it encouraged other singers to sing in Pashto as well.
2017 and 2022: Wajd and Vasl
In 2017, Hadiqa released a visual album called Wajd, where she sang new versions of classic folk songs. The album was a big success and won "Album of the Year" at the Lux Style Awards.
In 2022, she released Vasl, which featured new versions of songs from her very first album, Raaz. This album got international attention, and Spotify even featured her on a billboard in Times Square in New York City.
Acting Career
In 2021, Hadiqa Kiani started her acting career. She proved to be a talented actress, just as she is a singer.
Television Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2021 | Raqeeb Se | Sakina | Lead role |
| 2021–22 | Dobaara | Mehrunnisa | Lead role |
| 2022 | Pinjra | Khadija | Lead role |
| 2023 | Hadsa | Taskeen | Lead role |
Her first role was in the drama Raqeeb Se, where she played a woman named Sakina. Her performance was loved by critics and audiences, and she won awards for it. She then starred in other popular dramas like Dobaara and Pinjra.
Helping Others and Social Work
Hadiqa Kiani is also known for her kindness and work to help people in need.
In 2010, after terrible floods hit Pakistan, she worked with the Pakistan Army to help victims. She provided food, water, and shelter to people who had lost their homes. She also helped build over 250 houses for flood victims in the Nowshera area. Because of her hard work, she was named a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme.
In 2022, when Pakistan faced another major flood, she started a project called "Vaseela-e-Raah" to help those affected. She personally led the effort, sending trucks of supplies and helping to build hundreds of homes, a school, and a medical center in the province of Balochistan.
She has also spoken out on important issues like women's rights and has worked with many charities, including the Edhi Foundation and UNICEF.
Notable Performances
Hadiqa has performed for many world leaders. In 2005, she was chosen by the government of Pakistan to be an official representative of the country.
- She performed for the Prime Minister of Japan.
- She sang for U.S. President George W. Bush in 2006, who said she was "extremely talented."
- She performed for Prince Charles of the United Kingdom.
- She sang for 28 heads of state at the World Economic Forum in Jordan.
She has also performed in China, Malaysia, Canada, and many other countries, sharing Pakistani music and culture with the world.
Personal Life
Hadiqa Kiani was very close to her mother, Khawar Kiani, who was a poet and wrote the lyrics for some of Hadiqa's most famous songs, including "Boohey Barian." Her mother passed away in 2022.
In 2005, after a major earthquake in Pakistan, Hadiqa adopted a son, Naad-e-Ali, from the Edhi Foundation.
Legacy and Recognition
In 2006, Hadiqa was given the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, one of the highest awards a civilian can receive in Pakistan, for her contributions to music.
She is seen as a role model for many young women in Pakistan. Younger artists like Arooj Aftab and Momina Mustehsan have said that Hadiqa inspired them to pursue music. She continues to be one of the most powerful and influential women in Pakistan, known for her music, acting, and dedication to helping others.
Albums
- Raaz – 1995
- [[Roshni ]]– 1998
- Rung – 2002
- Rough Cut – 2007
- Aasmaan – 2009
- Wajd – 2017
- Vasl – 2022
