Book Faheem Abdullah

Description

Faheem Abdullah is an Indian playback singer, composer, songwriter, filmmaker, poet, and multidisciplinary artist known for his evocative music and creative storytelling. His work spans film music, independent releases, poetry, and visual art, and he writes and performs in English, Urdu, and Kashmiri — blending cultural roots with contemporary expression.

Early Life & Creative Beginnings

Raised in Kashmir, Faheem showed artistic promise from a young age, gravitating toward poetry, film, and music as vehicles for emotional expression and cultural storytelling. In 2019, he co-founded Mad in Kashmir, a production company dedicated to fostering creative talent and cinematic work from the region. His early directorial music videos, Baalyaaro (2020) and Jhelum (2020), marked his entry as a singer-songwriter into the music world.

Breakthrough with “Saiyaara”

Faheem Abdullah gained widespread recognition in 2025 after performing the title track “Saiyaara” for the Bollywood film Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri. The song was praised for its emotional depth and vocal texture, establishing him as a rising voice from Kashmir on the Indian music landscape. Following this success, he signed a long-term collaboration with Bhushan Kumar’s T-Series, which includes upcoming singles and projects such as “Bichadna” (2025).

Musical Style & Influences

Faheem’s music blends indie, dream pop, Sufi rock, and regional Kashmiri motifs, showcasing a genre-fluid style informed by his homeland’s culture and his literary sensibilities. His songs often explore love, memory, identity, and emotional resonance, gaining traction on streaming platforms and across social media.

Creative Impact & Vision

Beyond singing, Faheem is a poet, filmmaker, and orator, bringing a holistic artistic approach to his work. He advocates for broader representation of Kashmiri voices in the arts and seeks to introduce audiences globally to the rich creative potential of his region.