Rustam is the son and disciple of Ustad Fateh Ali Khan and regarded as one of the finest vocalist amongst the younger generation. He has received National Acclaim for his renditions of Khayal and Thumri and represented Pakistan on Culture delegations to India, South Asia, Middle East, Far East and Europe.

Rustam Fateh Ali Khan is the first Educated Classical singer who started teaching M.A Musicology Degree at Punjab University Lahore Pakistan

Some of his great performances are as follows:

* Hindu World Festival Sammelon Chennai India 2007
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* World Festival