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Age Is Just a Number: Gowri Mallya's Literary Debut at 82
4 Feb
Summary
- An 82-year-old woman is releasing her new Kannada book.
- She began her creative writing journey at the age of 65.
- Her work includes over 500 line drawings of Lord Ganesha.
Gowri Mallya, at 82, is releasing her latest Kannada book, 'Pakshi Nota'. This marks a significant achievement in a life filled with continuous learning and creativity. Mallya embarked on her creative writing journey at the age of 65, demonstrating that age is no barrier to pursuing new passions.
Before her literary endeavors, Mallya excelled as an artist across various mediums, including acrylic, oil, watercolour, and pencil. She is particularly cherished for her collection of over 500 line drawings of Lord Ganesha, which she generously shares. Her artistic contributions earned her the B Ghulam Mohammad Centenary Award.
Mallya's literary career began with the release of her autobiography, 'Antardristi', at 70. She has also translated works into Konkani and undertaken extensive translations, including Saint Thiruvalluvar's Thirukkural. Numerous articles for magazines further showcase her prolific writing. Her diverse talents span from stitching and crochet to radio talks, reflecting a rich and varied creative life.
