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Raavi Paar and Other Stories is a collection of short stories written by Gulzar. Summary of the Book Inspiring, funny, stirring, ironic and serious by turns, the stories collected in this anthology will keep you gripped throughout. The stories, with their insights of a man who has always seen the world with much compassion and poise, will enchant and inspire you as they linger on in your minds. Some of the titles included are: Raavi Paar, Khauff, Rudaali, Daliya, Mard, Bantwara, and Jaamun Ka Ped among others. About Gulzar Sampooran Singh Kalra, better known as Gulzar, is an Indian poet, lyricist and movie director. He was born on August 18th, 1936. His works of poetry have been considered among the best works of all times. He is best known as the lyricist behind the song Jai Ho and for writing: Dhuan, Half a Rupee Stories, Kharaashein, Autumn Moon and Kuchh Aur Nazmein. Gulzar shared an Academy Award with A. R. Rahman for his song Jai Ho. The song also won them the Grammy Award. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan and the Sahitya Akademi Award for his contributions towards the arts.