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Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi

AsianIndian Folk

About Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi is a beloved Pakistani singer, songwriter, and musician.

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi's age

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi is currently 81 years old.

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi's country of origin

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi is from Pakistan.

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi's real name

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi's real name is Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi.

The Success Story of Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi

Introduction

Attaullah Khan EsaKhelvi is a renowned Pakistani singer, songwriter, and musician who has released over 100 albums. He is popular for his romantic ballads and folk songs. He has been awarded several titles including Pride of Performance by the President of Pakistan in 1989 and Sitar-e-Imtiaz in 2004.

Early Life

Attaullah Khan was born on August 19, 1951, in the village of Isakhel in Mianwali district, Punjab Province. His father Gohar Muhammad Khan was a local landlord and had an interest in music. Attaullah learnt to play the harmonium from his father and started singing at an early age.

Career

Attaullah started his career by performing at weddings and small gatherings. Soon he got noticed by the public and was invited to perform on radio and television shows. He made his debut with the album 'Main Gaya Waar Tho' in 1976. The album was a huge success and he gained immense popularity among the masses.

Achievements

Throughout his career, Attaullah has released over 100 albums. His popular albums include 'Dil Deewana', 'Chal Bulleya', 'Chal Meri Jind', 'Dil Tod Ke', 'Teriyan Akhiyan', 'Husan Di Sarkar', and many more. He has received several awards for his contribution to music including the Pride of Performance Award from the President of Pakistan in 1989 and Sitar-e-Imtiaz in 2004. In 2006, he was also awarded the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz award.

Personal Life

Attaullah married three times but sadly all his marriages ended in divorce. He currently resides in Lahore with his third wife Zille Huma. He has two daughters and a son from his previous marriages. His son Sahir Ali Bagga is also a popular singer and music director.