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“I am neither a Bengali nor am I from Delhi's St Stephen's. I am an Allahabad boy.”

Quote by Vikas Swarup

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Vikas Swarup is an Indian novelist known for his unique narrative style and profound social insights. His works often delve into social inequalities and class differences, winning him a wide readership. more

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“My first novel was a challenge to myself. No one had an inkling that I was working on it.”

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“I get invited to many more literary festivals than I used to because I'm associated with 'Slumdog Millionaire,' the brand. Many more doors have opened up for me as a result of the global success of the film, although I believe that I'm the same person that existed before it.”

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