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Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi was born on 22 October, 1951 in Puttur, Puttur taluk, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India, is an Indian writer. Discover Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 72 years old?
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| Occupation |
Retired Chief Manager, Syndicate Bank (December 1972 to October 2011); Chief Publicity Manager |
| Age |
72 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Libra |
| Born |
22 October, 1951 |
| Birthday |
22 October |
| Birthplace |
Puttur, Puttur taluk, Dakshina Kannada, Karnataka, India |
| Nationality |
India
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Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi Height, Weight & Measurements
At 72 years old, Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi height not available right now. We will update Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi's Wife?
His wife is Jubeda Bolwar
| Family |
| Parents |
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| Wife |
Jubeda Bolwar |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Mamthaz, Benazir |
Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi worth at the age of 72 years old? Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi’s income source is mostly from being a successful Manager. He is from India. We have estimated Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
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Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Manager |
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Bolwar Mahammad Kunhi (born 1951) is an Indian short story writer, novelist, playwright and scriptwriter.
He writes in the Kannada language.
He is the first Indian writer to introduce Muslim ethos and culture into creative Kannada prose.
He is the only Indian writer conferred with Central Sahitya Academy twice for creative prose.
He is the first ever Kannada writer conferred with Bala Sahitya Puraskar by Central Sahitya Academy.
His works have been translated into other Indian languages including English.
His work focuses on erasing misconceptions about Islam in India and nurturing a more positive outlook towards Islam.
A post-graduate with a gold medal in Kannada literature from Mysore University, Bolwar is a retired chief manager for Syndicate Bank's Bangalore Corporate Office.
This writer edited what is considered the finest work ever produced in Kannada for children – Tattu Chappale Putta Magu, a collection of over 100 poems and Santammanna, an anthology of illustrated poems.
He edited 12 children's plays - Hanneradu MakkaLa Natakagalu.
One of his Kendra Sahitya Akademi awards came for the story of an ordinary Mohandas who became Mahatma Gandhi in his story "Paapu Gandh Bapu Gandhi Aada Kathe".
The Mahatma had kept the child Monu alive in himself until he died a martyr.
The book spoke of Mehtab, Gandhi's Muslim friend who was a source of courage to him.
It was translated and published in English with the title Gandhi – From Monu To Mahatma (published by Peak Publishing House, London).
During the book launch U.R. Ananthamurthy said in praise of Bolwar's book "This is one of the best books on Mahatma Gandhi for children and adults".
Ananthamurthy, blurbed, "Bolwar's collection of songs and poems are among the best in contemporary Kannada literature".
The book was also developed as a play for children.
His extended short story, "Ondu Thundu Gode," or "A Bit of Wall" treats the explosive Ayodhya theme in a humorous, personal vein.
He recounts the story of an old woman, Roti-Phatumma, who wanted to build her own house by acquiring what she believed to be a bit of the wall from the broken pieces of the Babri Masjid.
Tongue-in-cheek Bolwar balances serious, comic and poignant aspects.
His epic 1,110-page opus Swathranthada Ota (in English: The run for independence) was released on 18 March 2012 at Ravindra Kalakshetra by Pandit Rajiv Taranath.
His book Odiri is the first historical Kannada novel on Prophet Muhammad.
He worked as Senate Member in Hampi Kannada University, Kannada Sahitya Academy, Kannada Pustaka Pradhikara.
He worked as State president for 'Samudaya' Cultural Organisation, as Convener to Bandaya Sahitya Sangha.
He served as editor of Giant (Syndicate Bank's house magazine), Krishiloka (Syndicate Bank's magazine), as member of RDC (Syndicate Bank's Rural Development Institute), Self Employment Training Institute (RUDSETI- Dharmastala).
He was the President of Kannada Belesi Balaga and Chitra Samudaya (Film Division).
