Asghar Nadeem Syed

Asghar Nadeem Syed is a renowned playwright, poet, novelist, and teacher of film and theatre. He completed his master’s degree in Urdu from the University of Punjab, Lahore, and earned his PhD from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan. Syed has made significant contributions to Pakistani television, with popular dramas such as ‘Chand Grehan,’ ‘Nijaat,’ ‘Ghulam Gardish,’ and ‘Piyaas.’

He is the author of ‘Tooti Hui Tanab Udhar’ (2019) and has recently published a novel titled ‘Dasht-e-Imkaan.’

Throughout his career, Syed has received numerous accolades, including the Pride of Performance Award by the President of Pakistan in 2006 and the Best Writer Nigar Award for his drama ‘Pyas’ in 1989. He has also served in various academic roles, including as head of the Department of Television, Film, and Theatre at Beaconhouse National University in Lahore. Currently, he is the Dean of Languages at the University of Lahore (UOL).