Sri Lanka, Aug. 27 -- National newspapers printed many full-page articles about her when she passed away on August 20. Electronic media aired numerous programmes highlighting her voice, talent, and artistic excellence. They also focused on the courage she showed by using her music to fight social injustice. Together, these stories are a clear testimony to the love and respect people had for legendary Sri Lankan singer Nanda Malini.

Nanda Malini started to address poverty, systemic failures and social injustice through her powerful lyrics

However, not all those who listened to her songs celebrated her artistry or beauty of her songs. There was a very small group of people who were not prepared to value her contribution to Sri Lankan mus...