In the vibrant corridors of Jammu University (JU) during the late 1980s, two friends, Sudershan Kumar Salgotra and Balwant Kataria, unknowingly harbored the seeds of artistic brilliance within them, but none of them exactly knew about each other’s hidden talents. As they navigated their academic paths in the Chemistry Department, with Sudershan pursuing his MSc and Balwant completing his MPhil, their friendship flourished amidst the routine of university life. It wasn’t until they embarked on their respective careers—Kataria in the telecom sector and Sudershan as a Kashmir Administrative Services (KAS) officer—that they discovered their latent talents.
One, a gifted lyricist; the other, a natural composer. Reuniting after years, their shared passion for Dogri music reignited, leading them to an ambitious project: creating an audio cassette album of eight songs. Each song was imbued with unique notes, moods, and themes, ranging from romance to friendship and other life situations.
Their creative journey was long and filled with dedication. The years of honing their craft, the countless sessions of brainstorming, writing, composing, and recording, all culminated in the creation of masterpieces that resonated deeply with the cultural ethos of the Dogri-speaking community. One of their songs recently achieved significant acclaim, that was released in theaters.
This marked a monumental moment for the duo, bringing their music to a broader audience and scripting history by .