Author

Amish is an author and columnist

Described as “India’s Tolkien” by BBC, Amish’s unique combination of crackling storytelling, religious symbolism and profound philosophies has turned him into an Indian publishing phenomenon, with spiritual guru Deepak Chopra hailing Amish’s books as ‘archetypal and stirring’.

Amish’s 7 books till now — The Immortals of Meluha (2010), The Secret of the Nagas (2011) and The Oath of the Vayuputras (2013), which collectively comprise the Shiva Trilogy, and Ram – Scion of Ikshvaku (Book 1 of the Ram Chandra Series) (2015), Sita – Warrior of Mithila (Book 2

of the Ram Chandra Series) (2017), Raavan – Enemy of Aryavarta (Book 3 of the Ram Chandra Series) (2019), Legend of Suheldev – The King Who Saved India (2020) and Immortal India – Young Country, Timeless Civilisation (Amish’s first non-fiction book) (2017) — have 6 million copies in print.

His books have been translated into 20 Indian and International languages. His Shiva Trilogy is the fastest-selling book series in Indian publishing history while his Ram Chandra Series is the second fastest-selling book series in Indian publishing history.

Notable Accolades

Amish is a graduate of IIM-Calcutta and worked for 14 years in the financial services industry before turning to full-time writing.

Listed amongst the 100 Most Influential Celebrities in India (in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017 & 2018) by Forbes Magazine
Hello Hall of Fame Awards for Literary Excellence 2019
WEF ‘Leaders of the Decade in Culture’ Award 2019
Jashn-e-Youngistan Award 2018
Ustad Bismillah Khan Award for contribution to Indian Culture 2018
Distinguished Alumnus Award (IIM Calcutta) 2017
Icon of the Year Award 2017
Raymond Crossword Book Award 2016
Dainik Bhaskar Literature Award 2016
Pride of India Award (Literature) 2014 & 2015
GQ 50 Most Influential Young Indians
Selected as an Eisenhower Fellow, a prestigious American programme for outstanding leaders from around the world

Reviews

‘Amish’s influence goes beyond his books, his books go beyond literature, his literature is steeped in philosophy, which is anchored in bhakti, which powers his love for India.’

– Gautam Chikermane (Senior Journalist & Author)

“I was blown away with the world of Meluha and riveted by Amish’s creation of it.”

– Karan Johar, renowned filmmaker

‘{Amish is} one of the most original thinkers of his generation.’

– Arnab Goswami (Senior Journalist & MD, Republic TV)

‘{Amish’s book is} riveting, absorbing and informative.’

– Amitabh Bachchan (Actor & Living Legend)

‘{Amish has} a deeply thoughtful mind with an unusual, original, and fascinating view of the past.’

– Shekhar Gupta (Senior Journalist & Columnist)

‘To understand the New India, you need to read Amish.’

– Swapan Dasgupta (Member of Parliament & Senior Journalist)

‘Amish is India’s biggest literary rockstar.’

– Shekhar Kapur (Award-winning Film Director)

‘Amish has a fine eye for detail and a compelling narrative style.’

– Dr Shashi Tharoor (Member of Parliament & Author)

‘Thoughtful and deep, Amish, more than any author, represents the New India.’

– Vir Sanghvi (Senior Journalist & Columnist)

‘{Amish’s} writing introduces the youth to ancient value systems while pricking and satisfying their curiosity …’

– Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (Spiritual Leader & Founder of the Art of Living Foundation)

‘Amish is a literary phenomenon.’

– Anil Dharker (Senior Journalist & Author)

‘Amish is one of India’s greatest storytellers, creative, imaginative, so you have to turn the page’

– Jeffrey Archer

‘{Amish’s} writings have generated immense curiosity about India’s rich past and culture.’

– Narendra Modi (Honourable Prime Minister of India)

A quick glance at Amish’s journey

Check out the video to know what celebrities from different walks of life have to say about Amish. Find out about what books are currently included in the Amishverse.

Amish is an author and columnist

A quick glance at Amish’s journey

About Amish