Wahid Bux Allan Faqir to represent Pakistan at SXSW - 2016

Wahid Allan Faqir is an extremely energetic and colorful folk singer hailing from the town of Mauza Kandair, District Rahim Yar Khan. Wahid comes from a family of folk bards who used to recount the love poetry of Sufi Saints on the one stringed instrument known as 'Kingh'. Using his poetic knowledge, Wahid found inspiration from his mentor, the late legendary Allan Faqir of Sindh, and fashioned his style after him to the extent of even using his name. Wahid is also renowed in his community for battling against the feudal traditions of honor killings in his home province and adhering to the simple lifestyle of a Sufi Dervish. His unique singing and dancing style, with his peacock tailed turban and his eyes sparkling with mischief always promises to entertain and connect with the audiences. Mr. Wahid has been selected to perform in South by Southwest music festival at Austin Tx USA and he is leaving for USA today i.e. 10th March, 2016. Mr. Wahid is closely associated with Azm-e-Nau Foundation and we are very proud of him.