Jaun Elia Ka Jinn

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अपनी ख़ास क़िस्म की शाइरी और उसे कहने के अन्दाज़ की वजह से जौन एलिया देश-विदेश में बहुत ही लोकप्रिय हुए, ख़ासकर युवाओं के बीच। यह कहना अतिश्योक्ति नहीं होगी कि आधुनिक उर्दू शाइरी के वे एक ‘राकस्टार’ हैं। उन्हीं के ऊपर आधारित है यह नाटक, जिसके बारे में मशहूर शाइर फ़रहत अहसास का कहना है, ‘‘जौन एलिया का जिन एक बनती हुई लोक कथा या लीजेंड का ड्रामाई रूपांतरण है, जो इस लिहाज़ से निहायत दिलचस्प और प्रयोगात्मक रंग-कर्म है कि यहाँ एक ज़िन्दगी के मिथक बनते जाने को, नाटक की शक्ल में एक नाटकीय आधार या आकृति देने की कोशिश की गयी है, कुछ इस तरह कि हमारे ज़माने में, हमारी आँखों के सामने, एक शख़्स की अपने ज़िन्दगी-नामे या जीवनी में से निकल कर कहानियों की दुनिया का किरदार बनने की छपटपटाहट, ख़ुद एक नाटक की शक्ल हासिल करने के लिए ज़मीन तैयार कर रही है।’’ परिचित युवा शाइर इरशाद ख़ान ‘सिकन्दर’ के लिखे इस नाटक के किरदार, उनकी ज़बान जहाँ एक ओर जौन एलिया के मिथक का निर्माण करते हैं तो वहीं दूसरी ओर यह नाटक में एक नया प्रयोग है। Review: Good condition - Delivery on time Review: John, his Amroha and Sikander...... - Book Review: Jaun Eliya ka Jinn by Irshad Khan Sikander By Syed Munawwar A Naqvi "Jaun Eliya ka Jinn" by Irshad Khan Sikander is a masterpiece that brilliantly captures the essence of one of the most enigmatic poets of our time, Jaun Eliya. As a poet and playwright, Sikander has woven together a rollercoaster of emotions, offering a glimpse into the inner struggles and triumphs of Jaun's life. What makes this book so compelling is not just the narrative but the way Sikander brings Jaun to life on stage and in the hearts of the audience. The book offers an authentic portrayal of Jaun Eliya, one that resonates deeply, especially for someone like me, who shares roots with Jaun in the culturally rich town of Amroha. Sikander's presentation of Jaun’s struggles—his battle with his inner demons, his poetic genius, and his societal defiance—feels raw and real, drawing the reader into an intimate understanding of his life. What stands out most about Sikander's writing is his ability to make the reader, or in the case of his plays, the audience, feel like they are part of the narrative. It’s not just a passive experience; he invites us into the soul of the play, where we too become participants in Jaun's story. This is Sikander's signature style, and it shines through in "Jaun Eliya ka Jinn and theke par mushaira" as well. Whether in literature or theatre, he blurs the line between performer and spectator, making every individual feel they are living through the character's journey. This engagement is what makes Sikander’s work so impactful, and it is no surprise that his plays leave lasting impressions. For anyone who has admired Jaun Eliya or is intrigued by his life's complexities, "Jaun Eliya ka Jinn" is a must-read. It not only pays homage to the poet’s legacy but also showcases Irshad Khan Sikander’s extraordinary skill in capturing human emotion and struggle. This book is a proud addition to the literary legacy of Amroha and Hindustan and it’s an experience that will linger long after the final page even when John and Jinn joins hands at final act.