With his debut book, ‘Never Too Late’, composer and former actor Daboo Malik on penning a legacy for his sons to read, remember, and reflect on
(L-R) Amaal Malik and Armaan Malik
With the release of Never Too Late, music director, composer and former actor Daboo Malik returns to the spotlight in a deeply personal way. His new book charts not only his own journey but also that of a multi-generational creative family — including composer-father Sardar Malik, singer-composer brother Anu Malik, and musician sons Amaal and Armaan Malik. “I never expected this response,” admits Daboo. “I’m a first-time writer. It’s not a typical autobiography or storybook. It’s a collective memoir — something very simple but heartfelt.”
Daboo Malik
Reflecting on his acting years, Daboo, who has acted in films like Tirangaa (1993), Baazigar (1993), and Beta Ho To Aisa (1994), was ultimately not happy with the direction his acting career was taking. He says, “Eventually, I wasn't getting roles that excited me.” The turning point in his life came after a transformative meeting with screenwriter Salim Khan. “He told stories from his life that changed mine. That’s when I realised I had something more meaningful to offer." Despite his family's musical legacy, Daboo never considered himself a trained musician. “I was a naturalist. But slowly, I started composing. Salim uncle loved a few of my songs, and that gave me the push.” In his career as a composer, he has contributed more than 200 songs to films.
Then the music stopped. Daboo went silent. He confesses he battled depression. “I was in a dark place. I had disappeared from everything — no acting, no music. I wasn’t functioning. I used to just sit in one place. But when I found the light again, I told myself that this is a rebirth.” With his book — which germinated during a dinner table conversation — Daboo wants his sons to know his story, one that he has never spoken about. “My father never wrote his story. I wanted my kids to have something to hold on to. No cribbing. No criticism. Just our journey,” he signs off.
Compositions by Daboo Malik
2002, Thoda Sa Pyar Hua Hai (Maine Dil Tujhko Diya)
1994, Taron Ko Mohabbat Amber Se (Udhaar Ki Zindagi)
1969, Bindiya Chamke Chudi Khanke (Do Raaste)
1976, Tere Chehre Se Nazar Nahin Hatati (Kabhi Kabhi)
1993, Khoye Khoye Din Hain (Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke)
1995, Lagte To Ho Tum Ajnabee (Hum Sab Chor Hain)
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