Ustad Asif Ali Santoo Khan is a world-renowned Pakistani Qawwali singer who was awarded the prestigious Pride of Performance by the Government of Pakistan in March 2021. Born on 8 February 1973 in Lahore, Pakistan, he is widely celebrated as the “Prince of Qawwali” and is a prominent disciple of the legendary maestro Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
Musical Heritage & Lineage
Asif Ali Santoo hails from a distinguished musical family with a rich ancestry spanning more than 350 years:
- Great-Grandfather: Moula Baksh Qawaal, an iconic classical singer of the Indian subcontinent.
- Grandfather: Ustad Santoo Khan (also known as Mushtaq Ahmed), a legendary Qawwal master.
- Father: Ustad Manzoor Hussain, who helped nurture his early musical training.
- Ensemble: He leads his own Qawwali group alongside his father and seven brothers
Career & Artistry
In 1985, Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan recognized his talent and took him under his mentorship. Today, Asif Ali Santoo is highly respected for seamlessly blending classical Sufi music traditions with contemporary elements to engage modern audiences globally. His tracks have spanned international audiences, bridging classical setups to modern media.
Popular Songs & Discography
His most famous tracks and recent releases include:
- “Dil E Umeed Tora Hai Kisi Ne”
- “Shah E Mardan”
- “Mast Nazron Se Allah Bachaye”
Asif Ali Santoo Khan Qawwal is available to book for concerts, festivals, corporate events, weddings and private functions across the UK, Pakistan and internationally. The Jazba team handles the full engagement end to end — artist liaison, travel, stage, sound and promotion — so you deal with one trusted point of contact from first enquiry to final encore.
