There are very few pieces of poetry that define the reality of human existence as sharply as Nida Fazli's masterpiece, "Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukammal Jahan Nahi Milta". It is not just a Ghazal; it is a mirror to our incomplete desires.
Whether you have heard this in the soulful voice of Bhupinder Singh in the movie Ahista Ahista, or read it in literary circles, the question remains the same: Why is satisfaction so elusive?
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| Visual representation of Nida Fazli's famous couplet: "Kahin Zameen Kahin Aasmaan Nahi Milta" |
Below, we provide the full Hindi Lyrics, English Transliteration, and a deep dive into the Meaning (Arth) of this timeless poetry.
कभी किसी को मुकम्मल जहाँ नहीं मिलता - Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukammal Jahan Nahi Milta
Nida Fazli Ghazal | Lyrics & Meaning
कभी किसी को मुकम्मल जहाँ नहीं मिलता
कहीं ज़मीन कहीं आसमाँ नहीं मिलता
तमाम शहर में ऐसा नहीं ख़ुलूस न हो
जहाँ उमीद हो इस की वहाँ नहीं मिलता
कहाँ चराग़ जलाएँ कहाँ गुलाब रखें
छतें तो मिलती हैं लेकिन मकाँ नहीं मिलता
ये क्या अज़ाब है सब अपने आप में गुम हैं
ज़बाँ मिली है मगर हम-ज़बाँ नहीं मिलता
चराग़ जलते ही बीनाई बुझने लगती है
ख़ुद अपने घर में ही घर का निशाँ नहीं मिलता
- निदा फ़ाज़ली
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Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukammal Jahan Nahi Milta Lyrics
kabhī kisī ko mukammal jahāñ nahīñ miltā
kahīñ zamīn kahīñ āsmāñ nahīñ miltā
tamām shahr meñ aisā nahīñ ḳhulūs na ho
jahāñ umiid ho is kī vahāñ nahīñ miltā
kahāñ charāġh jalā.eñ kahāñ gulāb rakheñ
chhateñ to miltī haiñ lekin makāñ nahīñ miltā
ye kyā azaab hai sab apne aap meñ gum haiñ
zabāñ milī hai magar ham-zabāñ nahīñ miltā
charāġh jalte hī bīnā.ī bujhne lagtī hai
ḳhud apne ghar meñ hī ghar kā nishāñ nahīñ miltā
Meaning & Analysis (Ghazal ka Arth)
"Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukammal Jahan Nahi Milta" is a commentary on the imperfections of life. Nida Fazli beautifully captures the dilemma of human existence:
- The Metaphor of Earth and Sky: When the poet says "Kahin Zameen Kahin Aasmaan Nahi Milta," he means some people find stability (Earth) but lose their dreams (Sky), while others chase dreams but lose their roots.
- House vs. Home: In the line "Chhatein to milti hain lekin makaan nahi milta," he distinguishes between a physical structure (roof) and a home filled with emotional warmth (makaan).
- Loneliness in Crowds: The couplet regarding "Zabaan" (Language) highlights that while we have the power of speech, we often fail to find a "Ham-zabaan" (someone who truly understands our language/feelings).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who wrote Kabhi Kisi Ko Mukammal Jahan Nahi Milta?
It was written by the famous Indian poet and lyricist Nida Fazli.
In which movie was this song featured?
This Ghazal was featured in the 1981 Bollywood movie Ahista Ahista, sung by Bhupinder Singh.
What is the central theme of this Ghazal?
The theme is the universal incompleteness of life. It teaches acceptance that one cannot have everything—Love, Career, Peace, and Ambition—all at the same time.
Explore more literature on Sahityashala English or dive into regional poetry at Maithili Poems.