The Italian translation of Amjad’s poetry in a book, titled, Cento Poesie D’amore (Mohabbat Ki Sau Nazmain). Cento Poesoe D’amore was published by Punjab University on his 70th birthday (August 4). The poems have been translated by a well-known orientalist, the late Vito Salierno, who previously translated the works of Allama Iqbal and Jallaludin Rumi.
“I had met Vito in Italy a couple of years back and shared a few translations of my poetry in English and he was really anxious to translate them” said Amjad.
He has previously been awarded the Pride of Performance award and Sitara-e-Imtiaz for his brilliant contributions to literature and television writing. Apart from famous books, such as Zara Phir Sae Kehna and Nabeena Shahar Mae Aaina, he was also the screenwriter of the famous drama serial, Waris.
“It’s a great privilege for me. All I can say to upcoming poets is that you can only cross borders by having command over your own language and body of knowledge. Respect and recognition just follow,” he said.
