| Birth Day | August 3, 1916 |
| Birth Place | India |
| Shakeel Badayuni age | 104 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Apr 20, 1970 (age 53) |
| Birth Sign | Leo |
Shakeel Badayuni, a renowned poet in India, has amassed an estimated net worth of $15 million in 2024. Regarded as one of the most influential Urdu poets, his lyrical verses have touched the hearts of millions across the nation. Known for his soul-stirring compositions in renowned Hindi films, Shakeel's poetic talent has brought him both acclaim and financial success. Through his poignant words, he has managed to capture the essence of human emotions, making him a beloved figure in the world of Indian poetry and cinema.
Urdu-language poet and lyricist who won three Filmfare Best Lyricist Awards during the early 1960s. His acclaimed songs include "Chaudvin ka chand ho" and "Kahin deep jale kahin dil."
He attended the Aligarh Muslim University, where he participated in numerous poetry readings.
He and Indian film music Composer Naushad Ali teamed up to write scores for movies such as Baiju Bawra (1952) and Mother India (1957).
His father, Mohammed Jamaal Ahmed Sokhta Qadiri, paid for his childhood lessons in Urdu, Persian, Arabic, and Hindi.
He and fellow poet/lyricist Jan Akhtar both became known for their Urdu-language verse.
