Hadiqa Kiani
Hadiqa Kiani TI(c) (Urdu, Punjabi: حدیقہ کیانی; born 11 August 1974) is a Pakistani singer, songwriter, guitarist, composer, actress, and philanthropist.[18][19] While studying at Viqar-un-Nisa Noon Girls High School, Kiani represented Pakistan at international children festivals in Turkey, Jordan, Bulgaria, and Greece, winning various medals.[20] As an eighth grader, Kiani moved from her birthplace Rawalpindi to Lahore, where she continued her classical training by Ustad Faiz Ahmed Khan and Wajid Ali Nashad.Owing to the number of songs Kiani sang during this program, she was presented with the title of "A+ artist" on behalf of PTV joining the likes of Noor Jehan, Naheed Akhtar, and Mehnaz."[26] Her increasing popularity was further highlighted in January 1997, when Kiani became the first Asian singer to perform at the British National Lottery Live on BBC One (a program with an estimated viewership 16.6 million at that time).The success of the song was attributed to its quasi-bhangra rhythm with "fat, funky techno beats" and Kiani's "dreamy-meets-husky vocals" which made the results "stunning".She returned to promote the album in June 2003, almost 10 months after she'd released "Yaad Sajan" with a new single "Ranjhan" and several stage performances and tours around the country.[33] In "Jogi Bun Kay Aa" Kiani plays various women's roles, including a traditional Japanese, an Arab, and a tribal woman."Iss Baar Milo's" video production and acting performances, notably Kiani's portrayal of a "schizophrenic" patient in a Pakistani mental hospital[40] received a great response.[47][48] The Chinese cover was done as a tribute to Pakistani culture which elevated the Pashto community in Pakistan while, what many say, cementing the song as a national treasure[47] In 2017, Kiani teamed up with her brother to launch the visual album titled "Wajd."[49] Kiani's distinct wardrobe during this album's era were noted by the press and led her to win "Most Stylish Singer" at the Hum Style Awards 2018.In 2006, Kiani was featured on UK based producer Khiza's album "Loyal To The Game"'s lead single, "Mehr Ma".With Kiani showcasing her top-notch vocals and the music, which remains hip-hopish yet very desi, thanks to the usage of sitar, tabla makes it an excellent number.Islamic Countries such as Azerbaijan, U.A.E, Iran, Qatar, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Kuwait, Lebanon, Egypt, Sudan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania, Turkey, Pakistan and Yemen took part in the celebrations.She told the audience that as Turkey stood beside Pakistan in good and bad times, she wanted to convey the love of Pakistani people for the Turks.[32][74] On 19 May 2007, Kiani performed at Dead Sea in Jordan for 28 Heads of States at the World Economic Forum on the Middle East and North Africa.[92] In collaboration with Pakistan Army, Kiani made visits to Multan Relief Camp, Basti Kalraywala, Muzaffarabad and other flood hit areas, personally distributing goods to the affectees.[93][94] On 8 November 2010, Kiani was appointed United Nations Development Programme Goodwill ambassador after being recognized for her individual philanthropic efforts.[99][100][101] Kiani works regularly with the Edhi Foundation and has been involved with many other charitable organizations, including Muslim Hands, SOS Villages and UNICEF.Kiani gained attention when criticizing actor Yasir Hussain at the 5th annual Hum TV Awards for joking about child molestation.In a statement on social media,[112] Kiani stated that the comments made by Hussain were "disgusting," while also taking a stance against the entertainment industry for supporting the actor.[114] In August 2022, Kiani launched her project titled Vaseela-e-Raah to aid victims of the 2022 Pakistan floods in Balochistan and in South Punjab.[115] Kiani led her humanitarian efforts through the flood relief campaign and provided food, tents and medical supplies including anti-snake venoms in flood-affected areas.[116] Kiani continued visiting the affected regions in the provinces of Balochistan and Punjab providing comfort and relief to the victims of climate disaster.[116] By 1 March 2023, Kiani had completed the construction of 100 homes, one maternity center, one primary school and one grocery store in Tamboo Tehsil, Naseerabad district, Balochistan.[117][115][118] 28 September 2023, Kiani shared via social media that she had completed the construction of 370 homes, 2 mosques, 1 maternity center and 1 grocery store in the Tamboo and Kundi village districts of the flood effected regions of Naseerabad, Balochistan.[124] In January 2021, Kiani revealed that she will make her acting debut alongside Nauman Ijaz, Sania Saeed and Iqra Aziz in Hum TV's drama Raqeeb Se.[137] On 15 August 2015, Daily Times Kiani as the 15th[5] part of their 30 name list of celebrated Pakistanis who have brought a great deal of pride for their country, other names on the list titled "Pride of Pakistan" included Academy Award winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy,[138] Malala Yousafzai,[139] and national hero Abdul Sattar Edhi.[141] The "Pop Queen" of Pakistan[60][142] debuted herself as a Qawwali artist to positive feedback[143] Upon the end of the Mela, Kiani announced that she would be working on her sixth studio album titled Wajd.Earlier in the year, Spotify stated "A trailblazer, an icon, and a champion for women's independence, Hadiqa Kiani is undoubtedly one of the most prolific names in Pakistani music history.
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