Ishq Murshid Song Controversy: Ahmed Jahanzeb Breaks Silence on Javeria Saud’s Claim

The popular OST ‘Tera Mera Hai Pyaar Amar’ from the hit drama Ishq Murshid found itself in the middle of a credit controversy. Now, after much speculation, the legendary singer Ahmed Jahanzeb has broken his silence.

The dispute began last year when actress Javeria Saud claimed on a morning show that she was the one who wrote the lyrics for the beloved song, alleging she was not given credit for her work.

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Recently, while appearing on an entertainment program, Ahmed Jahanzeb addressed the issue directly. He clarified the process behind the song’s creation. He explained that the song wasn’t pre-written. In fact, it was his idea to have a new song play during the first meeting scene of the drama’s main characters, Bilal Abbas and Durefishan. He revealed that he wrote the entire song overnight, and it was instantly loved by everyone.

Speaking about the controversy, Jahanzeb firmly stated that he himself wrote the song. He admitted that he often consults people around him for feedback on his poetry, asking if a line is good or not. However, he emphasized that this advice does not equate to a writing credit. The hard work on the song, he asserted, was his alone.

While he chose not to delve deeper into the dispute at this time, promising to detail it another day, his statement provides a clear truth regarding the Ishq Murshid song. His account directly addresses Javeria Saud’s claim, reinforcing his sole authorship of the track that won him a Best Original Soundtrack award after 25 years in the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What was Javeria Saud’s claim about the Ishq Murshid song?
In October 2024, Javeria Saud claimed that she wrote the lyrics for the popular OST “Tera Mera Hai Pyaar Amar” but was not given any credit for it.

2. How did Ahmed Jahanzeb respond to this claim?
Ahmed Jahanzeb clarified that he wrote the song himself overnight. He acknowledged taking informal feedback on lyrics but stated that the sole creative effort and credit for the song belong to him.

3. Did Ahmed Jahanzeb win an award for this song?
Yes, he won the Best Original Soundtrack award for this song at the Hum Awards, a achievement he stated took him 25 years to accomplish.

4. How was the song for Ishq Murshid created?
According to Jahanzeb, the song was not pre-planned. He suggested a new song was needed for a key scene, and he wrote, composed, and sang it himself on short notice.

5. Is the controversy fully resolved?
While Jahanzeb has given his side of the story, he mentioned he does not wish to talk further about it now but may discuss it in more detail on another occasion.