“Phoolko Ankha ma” a song composed by Nhyoo Bajracharya introduced Ani Choying Drolma to the world, but there’s more to this melodious singer known for her genteel demeanour.
For those seeking a glimpse into the person behind the persona, good news comes in the form of Ani Choying Drolma’s autobiography Phoolko Ankha ma.
The book already published in 12 languages, is being published in Nepali by Nepa~laya publication.
“I guess, all that struggle made me resilient and self reliant, it motivated me to take up challenges life has to offer and help others like me,” shared the singer.
A collaborative effort of the French writer, Laurence Debril and Ani Choying, the biography was first published in 2008.
It explores her struggle as a refugee child growing up in Kathmandu and her decision to become a nun.
“If I had not become a nun, I would have probably been an unidentified wife and a mother to 3-4 children,” confesses Ani Choying, adding, “My decision to become a nun and furthermore the blessings, I got from my mentors, has made my life more worthwhile. I am thankful that through the talent my gurus helped me identify from within, I am able to serve people and society.”
The Nepali edition of the book has been translated by Girish Giri. Sharing his experience, Giri said, “It was no easy feat. Translating the text and retaining its authenticity was a real challenge. I could have written three books during the time I spent working on this one, but it was once in lifetime offer to work with Ani.”
The book is being published in Nepali with formal arrangement with the original copyright owners.
The earnings from the book will be donated to the welfare of kidney patients in Nepal.
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