Indian singer and actress Sunanda Sharma has shared a video of herself singing the Saraiki song “Chalray Chalray Wal”, praising the language for its beauty.
She posted the clip on her Instagram stories with the caption, “Beauty of Saraiki”.The song was originally written and performed by Pakistani folk singer Shafaullah Khan Rokhri. The phrase “chalray chalray wal” refers to flowing, wavy or softly curled locks of hair.
Rokhri was one of the most prominent voices in Saraiki and Punjabi folk music. He began his career in the 1980s after leaving a job with the Punjab Police to pursue singing, and went on to become one of the most popular folk singers from south Punjab.
Over his career, he released numerous albums and became known for hits such as “Sanwal”, “Changa Sada Yar Aen” and “Naway Sajan Bana Laye Nay”.
He continued performing until his death on in August 2020.
