19th Century
maula bakhsh khan
Born 1833
Died 1920
Maula Bakhsh Khan: A Legacy of Sufi Melody
Maula Bakhsh Khan (1833 – 1920), known affectionately as Chole, stands as a cornerstone in the history of Pakistani Qawwali music and a pivotal figure within the broader Chishti tradition. Born in Bhiwani, Haryana, India, he descended from Zamindar families who had migrated to Punjab during the reign of Mahmud of Ghazni—a lineage unbroken for six centuries dedicated to preserving and perfecti…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
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Chapters — Career Periods
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