“There's no better girlfriend than your own work, because when it goes away, you realise how important it is.”

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The quote says that work can feel like a reliable companion because it gives purpose and focus. It also suggests that people often understand the value of their work most clearly when they are no longer able to do it. The line frames work as something deeply personal and emotionally important.

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Originally said in English.

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About Anu Malik

Indian music composer and singer

Anu Malik is an Indian music composer, singer, arranger and score composer, known for his work in the Hindi film industry. He was born Anwar Sardar Malik and is the son of the film composer Sardar Malik. He has received a National Film Award and three Filmfare Awards. His music is often noted for its melodic style and its classical base, and he has built a long career writing for Hindi cinema.

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