{"id":388659,"date":"2024-02-22T00:05:43","date_gmt":"2024-02-21T19:05:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=388659"},"modified":"2024-02-22T00:05:43","modified_gmt":"2024-02-21T19:05:43","slug":"faisal-irfans-hoshay-a-glimpse-into-pothohari-culture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/faisal-irfans-hoshay-a-glimpse-into-pothohari-culture\/","title":{"rendered":"Faisal Irfan\u2019s \u2018Hoshay\u2019 a glimpse into Pothohari culture"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>ATTOCK: Celebrating the rich tapestry of Pothohari culture, journalist and poet Faisal Irfan unveils his third literary gem, \u201cHoshay.\u201d Published under the esteemed banner of Pothohar Rahtal Usar Publications Rawalpindi, this 240-page book offers a captivating exploration of the region\u2019s wedding rituals, from the vibrant hues of Mehndi and Mayon to the grandeur of Gharoli and Barat ceremonies. Within its pages, \u201cHoshay\u201d breathes life into the timeless melodies of Pothohari folk songs and sthanis, echoing across generations and resonating with the essence of tradition. Faisal Irfan\u2019s previous works, \u201cPotohari Akhanrh Tay Muhawaray\u201d and \u201cParjahat Mahahari Anni,\u201d have already garnered acclaim, cementing his status as a revered chronicler of Pothohari heritage. As anticipation builds for his upcoming book, \u201cChahotay Laray,\u201d accolades pour in from academic, literary, and journalistic circles across Potohar. With each publication, Faisal Irfan illuminates the cultural landscape of Pothohar, weaving narratives that both honor the past and inspire the future. 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