Ani Choying Drolma: In the Eyes of the Lotus

Ani Choying Drolma’s memoir, Singing for Freedom (originally published as Phoolko Aankhaama), is a masterful chronicle of resilience. It recounts her journey from a childhood of abuse to becoming a globally recognized singing nun, humanitarian trailblazer, and symbol of inner peace.

The Journey

What sets this autobiography apart is its striking humanity. Instead of painting a flawless portrait of an enlightened guru, Ani-la writes with raw honesty. She shares candidly about her mischievous nature, her initial rebellion against monastic rules (including learning kung fu), and her human struggles with anger and monastic politics. This unflinching vulnerability demonstrates to readers that true compassion is earned through lived experience, not just given.

Resonance & Impact

Singing for freedom succesessfully captures her remarkable fortitute, turning profound suffering into a global message of peace. It highlights her unwavering compassion and humanitarian legacy, utilizing her musical success to fund education for young nuns and empower women across Nepal
Discover her inspiring story by reading the Nepali Times feature or browsing through Wikipedia.


A Candid and Unfiltered Voice

Driven by her desire to give young women the opportunities she once sought for herself, the Ani Choying Drolma Foundation (established as the Nuns' Welfare Foundation of Nepal) is dedicated to empowering women, educating nuns, and supporting humanitarian causes.

The work highlights her unwavering compassion, utilizing her musical success to fund education for young nuns and empower women across Nepal.
Ani Choying Drolma does not maintain a standalone personal website, but she actively manages her digital presence and foundation updates through her official social media channels. You can find her book, follow her latest humanitarian initiatives, music, and touring schedules directly through these official platforms:

• Find The Book: Singing For Freedom - Goodreads 
• Ani Choying Drolma’s: Arya Tara School of Dancing Nuns 
• Listen To Her Ethereal Song: Inner Peace on the YouTube Channel.​​​
• Track: Ani Choying Drolma's Official Facebook for updates on her latest projects and her ongoing rescue missions alongside Manavsewa Ashram.