Afzal Ahsan Randawa
A renowned poet, storyteller, novelist, playwright, and translator. Professionally, he was a lawyer.
1937-2017
Kahani
The age of Urdu Afsaana (short story) is not very long, but in a short span of time, it has emerged as one of the most important genres in Urdu literature. From the earliest fiction writers like Rashidu Khairi, Sajjad Haider Yaldram and Premchand to Manto, Ismat Chughtai, Bedi and Krishn Chandra, followed by modern-day writers, many have made this genre their prime means of creative expression and appreciatively enriched it. In this way, innumerable excellent works of fiction came to the fore in Urdu. At Rekhta, we’ve tried to make accessible for you this exquisite treasure at one place. Over here, find all of the best and most-acclaimed Urdu short-stories at one go!
Kartar Singh
Poet, short story writer, novelist, translator, and playwright. Received the Sahitya Akademi Award for the short story collection Ik Chhit Chaanan Di.
1917-2012
Kulwant Singh Virk
An important short story writer of the Punjabi literary world. Recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award for the book “Nave Lok.”
1921-1987
Zubair Ahmad
Writer, storyteller, critic, translator, and poet from Western Punjab. Honoured with the Dhaha Award for the short story collection Pani Di Kandh
Dalip Kaur Tiwana
A renowned novelist and short story writer. Recipient of the Sahitya Akademi Award for the book “Eh Hamara Jeevna.”