Artist Profile
Khadija Dilnawaz is a British-Pakistani emerging singer, songwriter, host and Naat reciter known for her multilingual singing and acoustic performances. She has performed in the UK and Pakistan and has developed a musical style that combines Pakistani classical, Sufi, Punjabi, pop and contemporary influences. Her official artist channel describes her as a multilingual performer working in English, Urdu, Punjabi, French, Arabic and Turkish.
Early Life and Background
Khadija Dilnawaz developed an interest in music and creative arts from a young age. She grew up in the UK and became involved in singing, writing and cultural performances. An early profile from the Women Economic Forum described her as a young singer who had already performed at community events, Birmingham festivals and Pakistani cultural events.
Alongside music, Khadija has also shown an interest in writing and creative work. Her early achievements included participation in creative and engineering competitions, showing that her interests extend beyond music.
Career Start
Khadija began gaining public attention through live performances at community and cultural events in the United Kingdom. Her multilingual ability helped her perform songs connected with different cultures and musical traditions.
She later developed her presence through online music platforms and her official YouTube channel, where she shares original music, covers and unplugged performances.
Singing Career
Khadija Dilnawaz has built her music career around versatility. She performs in several languages and has explored different genres, including Punjabi, Urdu, Sufi and contemporary music. Fankar Online describes her as a UK-based British-Pakistani singer who performs across multiple genres and languages.
Her performances often use an acoustic or unplugged approach, allowing her vocals to remain the main focus. Her online work includes covers of songs associated with artists such as Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Nayyara Noor, Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi and other Pakistani and international performers.
Popular Songs and Performances
Some notable songs and performances associated with Khadija Dilnawaz include:
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Dil Diyan Gallan
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Laa Phir Ek Baar Wohi (Unplugged)
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Zameen-o-Aasman
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Kalam-e-Iqbal – Laa Phir Ek Baar Wohi
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Kahan Ho Tum Chale Aao
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Pyaar Naal Na Sahi
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Andaz-e-Karam
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Tu Kuja Man Kuja
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Baat Unkahi
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Saadgi
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Tera Mera Hai Pyar Amar
Her 2024 releases Dil Diyan Gallan and Laa Phir Ek Baar Wohi (Unplugged) are available through major music platforms.
Dil Diyan Gallan
“Dil Diyan Gallan” became one of Khadija Dilnawaz's notable recorded releases. The song was released in 2024 under Virsa Heritage Revived, with lyrics and composition credited to Mian Yousaf Salahuddin and music arrangement by Sahir Ali Bagga.
The song helped connect her contemporary vocal style with the traditional Pakistani musical heritage associated with Virsa Heritage Revived.
Sufi and Traditional Music
Sufi and traditional Pakistani music are important parts of Khadija's artistic work. Her Laa Phir Ek Baar Wohi (Unplugged) release was issued in 2024 and is categorized as Sufi music on Apple Music.
She has also performed acoustic versions and tributes to classic Pakistani songs, including works associated with Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan and other respected artists.
Live Performances
Khadija has performed at cultural events and festivals in the UK. Her earlier performances included Birmingham community events, the National Bhangra Festival and Pakistan Expo UK in London.
In 2025, she performed live at the Pakistan Music & Media Awards (PMM Awards) at Symphony Hall in Birmingham, presenting a Punjabi song as part of the event.
Multilingual Singing
One of Khadija Dilnawaz's notable strengths as an emerging artist is her ability to perform in multiple languages. Her official artist profile mentions English, Urdu, Punjabi, French, Arabic and Turkish, while other artist information also lists additional languages.
This multilingual approach gives her music a broad cultural character and allows her to connect with audiences from different backgrounds.
Latest Music and Updates in 2026
Khadija Dilnawaz continues to release music and publish new performances in 2026. Her latest listed single, “How Do I ?”, was released on February 13, 2026, through M42.
Her official YouTube channel has also continued to feature new acoustic covers, including performances of “Saadgi,” “Baat Unkahi,” “Andaz-e-Karam” and other songs.
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