Kalama Dā Dhanī

About the Book: As a compilation of articles written over a long period of time this book traces author’s journey along the way. His writings mirror his wisdom seriousness and his nature to call a spade a spade. His journey as a writer started as a child and throughout his writing career he wrote in a manner that would resonate with readers of that time. He was associated with film industry throughout his life and after writing movie scripts he wrote articles on film industry for a long time. He was a strong-willed person who managed the deadly kidney issues towards the end of his life with determination. Even when he was physically weak he would still try to write and keep his mind engaged. Readers can learn a lot from his life e.g. to never give up change oneself with times helping the needy managing deadly disease with a smile and a strong determination. He had a big heart which had space for everyone. When the news of his death came everyone spoke of his good nature and how he always managed to live a simple life. This book is an embodiment of all these qualities. About the Author: Prolific writer and gifted beyond words Prof. Surinder Malhi was born in 1950 in a small town called Qadian although his family was based out of Shukarpura - a locality in the historic city of Batala. He showed signs of his extra-ordinary abilities right from his childhood. Before finishing his matriculation he had already published two children’s books “Karumbalan” and “Ek Maili Chanani”. He also wrote the script for the movie “Anamika” while studying although because of financial constraints he could not travel to Mumbai to see his dream script translated into a big screen film. He eventually gave the script to his friend Harjeet Mann and when the film was made recognition followed. He continued writing more scripts with films like “Shaunkan Mele Dee”. Later in his life because of his extensive knowledge of film industry and its history