Khursheed Bano 1914 – 2001

Biography

Khursheed Bano was born on April 14, 1914, in Kasur District, a region rich in cultural heritage in what is now Pakistan. From her early years, she was drawn to the performing arts, pursuing a career that would span much of the twentieth century. Her dedication to her craft reflected the vibrant musical traditions of her homeland during a transformative period in South Asian history.

Throughout her life, Khursheed Bano established herself as a respected figure in Pakistani music and entertainment. She devoted herself to singing and performance, contributing to the cultural landscape of her nation during decades of significant change. Her work was part of the broader artistic movements that helped define Pakistan’s cultural identity in the years following independence.

Khursheed Bano passed away on April 18, 2001, in Karachi at the age of 87. Her long life spanned nearly a century of musical and social evolution in Pakistan. Though the specific details of her later years remain limited, her legacy endures as part of Pakistan’s rich artistic heritage, remembered by those who appreciated her contributions to the performing arts.