Introduction

In recent times, India has been seeing a surge in celebrities who are publishing books, especially memoirs. However, many of these celebrities are also venturing into fiction writing. Here are 5 celebrities who have successfully made the leap from the entertainment industry to literature and publishing.

Priyanka Chopra

Priyanka Chopra’s memoir, ‘Unfinished’, details her childhood in India to being a global icon in the entertainment industry. She talks candidly about her transition to Hollywood and her experience as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador. However, the memoir contains more than just her achievements. She throws light on the cultural differences she experienced after moving to the US, dealing with stereotypes, and fighting to stay true to her identity.

Kalki Koechlin

In her book ‘The Elephant in the Womb’, Kalki Koechlin highlights all the ups and downs of motherhood. Consisting of personal stories, journal entries, and hilarious illustrations; her book captures pregnancy in all its glory (and otherwise). Kalki’s book is known for its unafraid acknowledgement of society’s perspectives on abortions, unmarried pregnancies, domestic labor, and the toll it takes on the parent.

Twinkle Khanna

Undoubtedly one of the most acclaimed celebrity authors in India, Twinkle Khanna became the highest-selling woman writer of 2015 for her first book, ‘Mrs Funnybones’. Her work became so widely praised that Chiki Sarkar, founder of Juggernaut Books, personally advocated for Twinkle Khanna to publish with Juggernaut. Consisting mostly of female protagonists, her work centers around the ordinary lives of women viewed through a political lens. Her books address taboos and stigma around women, especially topics like menstruation, gender roles, and so on.

Tahira Kashyap

A writer, producer, and director, Tahira Kashyap is known for her brutally honest, yet heartwarming writings. Most of her books cover the themes of womanhood and universal life struggles. Some of her books include ‘The 12 Commandments of being a Woman’, ‘The 7 Sins of being a Mother’, and ‘I Promise’. She is admired for her resilience and her ability to tackle gut wrenching topics with a touch of humor.

Conclusion

This trend of celebrities transitioning to authors has certainly captured the attention of a wide audience. While it allows celebrities to share their personal stories, this trend is also popular in the publishing industry for the benefits that an existing fanbase-cum-reader demographic provides.

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