The Kohinoors
Volume 2
Counting down to Volume 2
More than a book. A record of a city through its people.
Volume 2 builds on the legacy of the first edition of The Kohinoors—a coffee table book created to celebrate and preserve the stories of remarkable personalities connected with Hyderabad.
Authored by Syed Khaled Shahbaaz, the new volume continues that journey with a focus on people whose work and contributions deserve to be remembered.
Lives worth remembering
Profiles that place people and their journeys at the centre of Hyderabad’s continuing story.
Work that leaves a mark
A celebration of achievement, contribution and influence that continues beyond a single generation.
Hyderabad, through its people
A portrait of a city told through the people who have helped shape it.
From Volume 1 to a growing legacy.
The first edition established the idea: document Hyderabad’s influential personalities in a form that is visual, lasting and collectible.
Volume 2 carries that idea forward, creating another chapter in this evolving archive.
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What the press saw in The Kohinoors
“The Kohinoors is more than just a book; it is a labor of love that seeks to honor the city’s heritage and its continuing journey.”
“The Kohinoors is a gem of a book. A collector’s item for sure.”
SiasatJS Ifthekhar · 2 August 2024
“It is not just a literary work but a visual feast.”
SiasatReview of The Kohinoors · 2 August 2024
“A well-researched documentation of Hyderabad’s growth to its present day global city status.”
Deccan ChronicleSridhar K. Penna · 24 November 2024
“A salute to the city’s rich legacy and heritage.”
Deccan ChronicleReview of The Kohinoors · 24 November 2024
“The amount of labour he has put in to gather material about the men of eminence” is evident throughout the book.
Deccan ChronicleReview of The Kohinoors · 24 November 2024
“Each page is a work of art, both literally and design-wise.”
Fawad TamkanatInternational Artist
Syed Khaled Shahbaaz
Journalist, author, news presenter, media trainer and documentary filmmaker. Through The Kohinoors, Shahbaaz brings his journalistic eye to documenting the people behind Hyderabad’s story.
A new chapter is being written.
Interested in Volume 2, contributing a story or learning more about the project? Get in touch with the team behind The Kohinoors.
The Kohinoors
“With this book, Shahbaaz invites readers to explore Hyderabad’s past and present, celebrating the myriad individuals who have contributed to its storied legacy.”
Telangana Today
About The Kohinoors Volume 2
It's official: Volume 2 is Coming!
As Media Plus and GAWAH Urdu Weekly celebrate their Silver Jubilee year, they proudly present “The Kohinoors Volume 2,” the follow-up book to the much-celebrated, groundbreaking coffee table book The Kohinoors, which captures the essence of Hyderabad’s most influential personalities. Authored by Syed Khaled Shahbaaz, this edition continues the journey of celebrating and preserving the legacies of those who have left an indelible mark on society.
“The Kohinoors Volume 2” builds on the legacy of the first edition and will be more than just a book—it’s a timeless tribute to the remarkable individuals whose stories will inspire generations to come. Stay tuned as we document personalities that shine as brightly as the city they represent and the incredibly beautiful Kohinoor diamond.
J.S.Ifthekhar, A True Masterpiece!
"The Kohinoors" shines bright with its diverse coverage, excellent design, and choice of fonts, colours, and photography. Each page is a work of art, both literally and design-wise.
Fawad Tamkanat, International ArtistA very good Coffee Table Book.
The coverage of great personalities is commendable.
Nawab Mohammed Alam Khan, (Son of Late Nawab Shah Alam Khan)Contribute
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