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group, headed by Haji Mohammad Idris and Arshad Qutbi (born in

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) are better known as the ''Qutbi Brothers''. They are considered as the most popular

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History

Qutbi Brothers are the Inheritors of a 750 year old tradition nurtured and developed over several generations by great luminaries in the Indian musical horizon. They belong to the dargah of Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki in Delhi, where they have been given the eponymous prestige of calling themselves the "Qutbi Brothers".

Career

Qutbi Brothers started their singing at a very early age, and today they are the most popular and leading qawwali group in India. Qutbi Brothers are world's first qawwal who have created a World Record for a non-stop 12-hour singing (live), supported by the

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to promote the culture. In their career, Qutbi Brothers (Haji Mohammad Idris & Arshad Hussain) have mesmerized audience all over the world. Their names are featured and included in the Limca Book of Record for their exceptional contribution to sufi music in the 2019 edition. The Qutbi Brothers Qawwals have earned the Top Grade level of artistry as recognized by

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. They are renowned all over the world for their traditional sufiyana style, Divine voice, and meaningful music. They have traveled the world to represent India at the most prestigious music festivals. Their performances include the most illustrious national as well as international platforms. Their divine voice has graced musical events and platforms in India and around the world. Qutubi Brothers (Haji Mohamamad Idris and Arshad Hussain ) are an Outstanding empaneled artist of

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Filmography

* 2015: ''Mere Maula'' (Room: The: Myster) (Bollywood movie) * 2021: ''Piya Bin'' (Zee Music Company) * 2002: ''Khwaja Ne Nawaza'' (T-Series)

Social Work

Along with live performing, Qutbi Brothers are associated with various social works. They perform live concerts for various social causes to raise funds. In 2018 they performed for a fundraiser event for the unprivileged children organized by Salaam Baalak Trust.

Awards and recognition

For their work and contribution to qawwali music, Idris Qutbi (Qutbi Brothers) have received several prestigious awards such as, Genius Indian Achiever’s Award, Special Prize from Parliament House (India), Atal Bihari Award 2019, Rajiv Gandhi Award among others.

References

Keepers of Tradition Qutbi Brothers Qawwals

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External links

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