Read these underrated books by Chetan Bhagat
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Chetan Bhagat amasses attention for his light-hearted novels that strike a chord with many. Revered as a people's author, his writing style is mostly colloquial and fun to read, which is why many of his books have had films made on them. With that said, let's acknowledge five of his best books that you should read.
Book 1
'Five Point Someone'
Published in 2004, Five Point Someone sold over a million copies worldwide and is considered one of Bhagat's most popular books. The Bollywood film 3 Idiots is based on this book. The story is about three free-spirited friends who get into the Indian Institute of Technology. The book goes on to describe how they survive the competitive environment there and succeed in life.
Book 2
'The 3 Mistakes Of My Life'
Published in 2008, this book deals with the themes of friendship, cricket, youth problems, love, ambition, business, and religion. The Hindi film Kai Po Che is based on this novel. Set in Ahmedabad, the story is about three friends - Omi, Govind, and Ishaan. Govind opens a cricket store with his best friends and they try their best to make a decent living.
Book 3
'2 States: The Story Of My Marriage'
Published in 2009, Two States: The Story Of My Marriage is an autobiographical novel that is based on Bhagat and his wife Anusha who is from south India. The story revolves around Krish, a Punjabi guy, and Ananya, a Tamil girl who want to get married. Coming from different cultures, the couple faces several hardships to gain their parent's approval for marriage.
Book 4
'One Night @ The Call Center'
Published in 2005, this book explores the themes of liberty, determination, team spirit, self-belief, cognizance, and individualism. Set in Gurugram, Haryana, the novel revolves around a group of six call center employees who receive a call from God who guides and motivates them to face the issues of life. The characters discuss how they would like to change different aspects of their lives.
Book 5
'One Indian Girl'
Published in 2016, One India Girl deals with the idea of feminism, inequalities faced by women in the workplace and society, female friendships, and romantic relationships. The story revolves around Radhika Mehta, an investment banker who is getting married. The plot revolves around one woman's inner feelings and her battle with insecurity and societal pressures. Check out more such book recommendations.