aRIF LOHAR

Jugni King

Arif Lohar aka Jugni King is a prominent Pakistani Punjabi folk singer/ composer/ songwriter and occasional actor, known for his powerful voice and unique performance style.

• Musical Heritage: He is the son of the renowned folk singer, Alam Lohar. Both father and son specialized in Sufi devotional music and now his 3 sons known as Lohar Boys inherit this style and carrying forward.
• “Jugni” Fame: Arif Lohar gained popularity in both Pakistan and India with his hit song “Jugni,” .
• Chimta Instrument: He often accompanies his singing with the Chimta, a traditional Punjabi percussion instrument resembling tongs.
• Musical Works: Arif Lohar has a vast discography with over 150+ albums and more than 3,000 recorded songs, primarily in the Punjabi language.
• International Recognition: He has toured internationally and his music, particularly the song “Jugni” has been featured in Bollywood films.
• Coke Studio Success: His performance of “Alif Allah (Jugni)” with Meesha Shafi on Coke Studio became an international success.
• Awards: Arif Lohar has received awards such as the Pride of Performance Award from the Government of Pakistan.
• Collaborations: He has collaborated with various artists, including Roach Killa and Deep Jandu on the international mega hit song “Aa”.