Faakhir Mehmood, known professionally as Faakhir, is a Pakistani singer, music composer, and songwriter. He was born in Lahore, Pakistan and began his musical career in the late 1990s as the lead vocalist of the Pakistani pop band "Awaz."

Faakhir gained fame with his debut solo album "Aatish" in 2006, which included popular tracks like "Dilruba" and "Baliye." He went on to release several other successful albums and singles, including "Mastana Mahi" and "Tu Hi Dildar Hai."

Known for his soulful voice and diverse musical style, Faakhir has explored different genres of music in his career, from pop to rock to sufi. He is also a talented composer and has written and produced music for several Pakistani films and television dramas.

Apart from his music career, Faakhir has also appeared as a judge on various Pakistani music reality shows, including "Pakistan Idol" and "Sur Kshetra."

Faakhir is regarded as one of the most successful and influential Pakistani pop singers of his generation, with a dedicated fan base that appreciates his talent and contribution to the country's music industry.