Gul Mohamad Zhowandai

• Name — Gul Mohammad Zhowandai • Native Name — گل محمد ژوندی • Born — 11 May 1905 • Birthplace — Kabul, Afghanistan • Place of death — Kabul, Afghanistan • Resting Place — Shuadaye Saleheen, Kabul • Occupation — Short story writer, novelist, Poet, Editor • Language — Persian/Dari • Notable Works — فیروز Firoz, آروزی پر آشوب Chaotic desire, Kachkol, کچکول

Zhowandai was born in Kabul, Afghanistan to Khair Mohamad Khan Popalzai.

During his career as an editor for Afghan newspapers, Zhowandai published short stories and articles which often featured mythical creatures, magical elements, and characters inspired by Afghan folklore. By incorporating traditional storytelling techniques and themes into contemporary narratives, Zhowandai revitalized interest in Afghan folktales and traditions. Throughout his career, Zhowandai received numerous accolades in recognition for his contributions to literature. His publications were novels written in Persian, and several volumes of inspirational verse. His published works include: • Ferroz — short stories (Kabul, Afghanistan) • Ahrezo ah ye per ahshoob — short stories (Kabul, Afghanistan: Islla Publications) • Kachkol — novel (Kabul, Afghanistan) • Collection of Poems (Kabul, Afghanistan: Islla, Anis) In Timeri Murari's novel The Taliban Cricket Club the narrator described Gul as "our most celebrated poet and writer."

Gul Mohamad Zhowandai is recorded as a citizen of Afghanistan. Recorded with the occupation writer.