Rahi Legacy
Danish Rahi's father is from Bangladesh and his mother is from India. Danish was born in Pakistan and mostly grew up there, but he acquired higher education and worked in the U.S. with people from many different backgrounds and nationalities. He has traveled and done projects in various regions of the world and considers himself a 'Global Citizen'.
His father Sir Mansoor Rahi, is not only a renowned painter but he is considered a national treasure in Pakistan. His revolutionary advancements in Cubism and figurative oil paintings are considered a major leap in visual arts. His work was also recognized by former president general Pervaiz Musharraf who presented him with the presidential award. Danish Rahi's mother Madam Hajra Mansoor is known as "Safeer-e-Mashriq" (Ambassador of the East) for her unique and distinctive style of paintings, representing the technical modernization traditional Mughal painting styles. Her work was also recognized by the current president of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari, who awarded the presidential award for her contributions in the field.
The Rahi family has contributed extensively in the fields of journalism, literature, philosophy, visual and performing art for over 50 years. With respect for all cultures and support for world peace they hold no political agendas or affiliations.
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