Farhan Saeed

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Farhan Saeed Butt
Background information
Birth name Farhan Saeed
Born 14 september 1984 (28)
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Origin Lahore, Pakistan
Genres Pop rock
Occupations Singer
Instruments guitar
Years active 2004 - till present
Associated acts Jal
Quratulain Balouch
Saad Sultan
Isha Sharvani
Amrita Rao
Website

Farhan Saeed Butt (Urdu: فرحان سعید بٹ) is a former lead vocalist of the Pakistani band Jal (band) and owner of restaurant Cafe Rock. He was born on September 14, 1984 . He speaks Urdu, Punjabi and English.

Early life and education

Farhan saeed acquired his early education at Crescent from where he took his O levels. In 1999, Farhan started his A levels at The Keynesian Institute of Management and Sciences in Lahore, and then in 2001 went on to National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences(FAST-NU) in Peshawar but then migrated to the campus in Lahore for his bachelors degree in computer sciences.[1]

Solo career

On September 3, 2011,in an exclusive interview with The Express Tribune Farhan shocked the fans claiming that he has left Jal to pursue a solo career despite Goher Mumtaz offering him to continue his solo career while being a part of Jal.[2] On September 8, 2011,Farhan's departure was confirmed by Jal the band guitarist Goher Mumtaz who wished him luck for his solo career.[3]

Discography

Singles

  • Halka Halka Suroor (Cover)
  • Chalay Thay Saath (Cover) - Junoon 20
  • Khwahishon
  • Pi Jaun
  • Kyun Gayi
  • Tu Thori Dair
  • Halka Halka Suroor - Full version
  • Sawan

Albums

Year Title Note
2004 Aadat <as member of Jal>
2007 Boondh

Bollywood

Year Song Film
2012 Meethi Yaadein Qasam Se Qasam Se
Kyun Gayi Dil Tenu Karda Ae Pyar

Personal life

In 2007, after the launch of the Wall's Cornetto campaign featuring Bollywood actress Amrita Rao, it was rumored by the Indian Media that Farhan and the actress had developed feelings for each other and were dating. Later, the rumored replaced his name to band member Goher Mumtaz.[4][5][6]

Cafe Rock

On February 16, 2010, Farhan Saaed Butt opened a restaurant by the name of Cafe Rock at Hussain Chowk (off MM Alam road). The restaurant follows the theme/trend of Hard Rock Cafes. The restaurant provides underground bands and young aspiring artists with a platform to project themselves and perform in front of an audience.[7]

References

  1. theband, Jal. "Farhan's Biography". Biography. www.jaltheband.com. 
  2. Mahmood, Rafay. "Farhan leaves Jal – The Express Tribune". Tribune.com.pk. Retrieved 2012-07-16. 
  3. "Goher Mumtaz on Jal band’s recent break-up, wishes Farhan Luck". PakiUM.com. Retrieved 2012-01-29. 
  4. "Amrita Rao is in love with Farhan | Amrita Rao". Bollywoodmantra.com. 2008-03-24. Retrieved 2012-01-29. 
  5. "Amrita Rao finds love in Jal singer Farhan Saeed - Amrita Rao". Zimbio. Retrieved 2012-01-29. 
  6. "Amrita Rao in love with Goher or Farhan!!! - Amrita Rao". Zimbio. Retrieved 2012-01-29. 
  7. By admin on February 18th, 2010 (2010-02-18). "Farhan Saeed’s Café Rock opening, rocked!". Tvmasty.com. Retrieved 2012-01-29. 

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