Ahmad Zahir Biography: Spouse, Death, Net Worth, Children, Parents, Death, Songs, Age, Height

Ahmad Zahir, born June 14 1946, was an Afghan singer, songwriter and composer widely regarded as the “Elvis of Afghanistan.”

He remains one of the most iconic figures in Afghan music history.

Profile

• Full Name: Ahmad Zahir (Ahmad Toryalai Zahir)
• Stage Name: Ahmad Zahir
• Born: June 14 1946
• Age: 79 years old (at time of death)
• Birthplace: Kabul, Afghanistan
• Nationality: Afghan
• Occupation: Singer, songwriter, composer, musician
• Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
• Parents: Abdul Zahir, Quraisha Zahir
• Siblings: Zahira Zahir, Belgheys Zahir, Asif Zahir
• Spouse: Unknown
• Children: Rishad Zahir, Shabnam Zahir
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million – $4 million

Early Life And Education

Ahmad Zahir was born on June 14 1946, in Kabul, Afghanistan, he was 33 years old at the time of his death on 14 June 1979, born and raised by his parents, Abdul Zahir and Quraisha Zahir, alongside his siblings, Zahira Zahir, Belgheys Zahir and Asif Zahir.

His father, Abdul Zahir, served as a doctor to the royal court and later as Minister of Health and Prime Minister of Afghanistan.

Ahmad Zahir belonged to the Pashtun ethnicity and he practiced Islam.

He attended Habibia High School in Kabul where he formed a band with classmates and was nicknamed “Bulbul-e Habibia” (Nightingale of Habibia) for his voice.

He later graduated from Teachers’ College (Daru’l-Malimeen) in Kabul and spent two years studying in India to become an English instructor before fully dedicating himself to music.

Career

Ahmad Zahir began performing in school bands and local celebrations.

He recorded his first songs in the mid-1960s and quickly became a major star by the early 1970s.

His musical style blended Afghan folk, Persian literature, Indian classical music and Western pop and rock, which helped him reach a broad audience.

He recorded numerous albums and singles in Dari and Pashto, and his songs remain hugely popular decades after his death.

His career was cut tragically short when he died on June 14 1979, on his 33rd birthday.

Despite his brief career, his impact was immense: he is credited with defining the modern sound of Afghan popular music, influencing subsequent generations, and becoming a national cultural icon.

Personal Life

Afghan singer, songwriter and composer Ahmad Zahir was married to his long time partner until his death on 14 June 1979, information about his spouse is not widely available, he has two children, Rishad Zahir and Shabnam Zahir.

Regarding his height, Ahmad Zahir stood at 5 feet 8 inches tall which is approximately (173 cm).

There is no other information about his romantic relationships.

Discography

Selected albums include:

• Dilak am (1973)
• Bahar (1973)
• Shab-ha-ye Zulmane (1974)
• Awara (1975)
• Sultan Qalbaam (1976)
• Yaare Bewafa (1977)
• Ahange Zindagee (1978)
• Shab-e Hijraan (1979)

Net Worth

Ahmad Zahir’s exact net worth is estimated between $2 million – $4 million.

His income derived from album sales, live performances, radio/recordings, and the broad circulation of his music both during his life and posthumously.

His enduring legacy continues to generate value in Afghan music culture