Pehli Barish

‘Pehli Barish’...a new collection of poetry Shammi Jalandhari

Another feather in his cap with the release of his third book.

Daljeet Bakshi

Aversatile writer, poet, Lyricist for Punjabi & Bollywood songs, singer, Shammi Jalandhari, is a famous name

in the world of Punjabi poetry. After migrating from India, Shammi along with his family settled in Adelaide, South Australia.

Shammi has a deep passion for Punjabi language and every time when he writes something new, it captivates the audience, leaving them spellbound by his incredible

poetic versions. He has already two books that were released before and they were really well appreciated by his followers and legends of Punjabi Poetry.

In the world of Punjabi poetry, Shammi

has thousands of fans not only from Indian Diaspora but also from across the globe. Particularly, in Punjab (both in India and Pakistan), he is very popular for his poetic versions in Punjabi and touch of Urdu language. Moreover, Shammi also write songs and sings

as well. He has already written many songs, mostly in Punjabi for movies as well. Many renowned singers have sung those songs in their melodious voice. He enjoys wider followers now, who always love to hear or read what he brings new.

Shammi’s collection of poems, songs really have remarkable mix theme of love, romance & life. He got excellent opportunity within the film Industry as he sent a couple of his recorded songs to renowned, UK based music-director Mukhtar Sahota. They collaborated and produced lyric video like Faqireeyian, and it was a instant hit on social media platform.

Shammi has always been in forefront in promotion of Punjabi language and poetry. He has participated in numerous kavi darbars, events here in Australia. He was instrumental in organising Indo-Pak Mushaira in Adelaide and other events with presence of renowned poets.

His new book ‘Pehli Barish ‘ released by Cafe World, has been really appreciated by the icons of Punjabi poetry as well as readers from across the globe. He is such a versatile writer, who pens different themes at the same time. In His book ‘Pehli Barish’, Shammi has clearly given the words a magical twist by referring to the times of partition of Punjab, Current situation and feelings about love. Due to widespread popularity, his book is now available in Devnagri (Hindi language as well).