Munir Niazi (1928–2006) was a defining voice in modern Urdu and Punjabi poetry, celebrated for his haunting imagery and distinctively mysterious style. Unlike his contemporaries who often focused on political revolution, Niazi’s work explored the inner landscapes of fear, nostalgia, and existential solitude. He is often called a "master of the visual image," capable of painting eerie, cinematic scenes with just a few words. His poetry frequently blends the supernatural with the everyday, creating an atmosphere that is at once relatable and otherworldly.One of his most beloved and quoted poems, "Hamesha Der Kar Deta Hun" ("I Always Do It Too Late"), is a poignant meditation on regret and the tragedy of bad timing.The poem captures the universal human experience of hesitation. Niazi confesses to a chronic inability to act when it matters most—whether it is professing love, keeping a promise, comforting a friend, or even clarifying a misunderstanding before it is too late.