BEST BOOKS BY CHETAN BHAGAT TO READ

Let me guess, if you are here then you definitely know him. He is an Indian Author and Columnist. He was included in time magazine's list of World's 100 most Influential People in 2010. There is no question in that he is the most-read English writer in India. Although his books list is not that long for now, but whenever his book is published, he get great response from the people around world.

Many of his best selling books have been made into Bollywood movies. In this article I have listed all of his books with the the latest ones too, both fictional and non-fictional. You will get all the detail of the Novels written by him in this article.

For those who don't know him_ Chetan Bhagat is the most selling English-language novelist in Indian history. Time magazine named him amongst the 100 most influential people in the world. The Fast Company, USA, also listed him as one of the World's 100 most creative people in business. Chetan Bhagat also writes columns on Youth, Career and Social Issues in major English and Hindi newspaper.

HERE IS THE LIST OF BEST BOOKS BY CHETAN BHAGAT TO READ.

1) FIVE POINT SOMEONE (2004)

This is the first novel written by Chetan Bhagat. Its also an fictional story on three friends- Hari, Ryan & Alok- and their life at the top engineering college IIT. The story has fun and memorable moments with a closely intact underlying theme of satire on the education system and how students survive in the competitive environment.
The thing that made Five Point Someone more special is that the much-loved Hindi film 3 Idiots starring Amir Khan was based on this novel by Chetan Bhagat. The release of the movie made Chetan Bhagat a star author overnight.

2) ONE NIGHT @ CALL CENTRE (2005)

After the huge success of Five Point Someone, Chetan Bhagat published his second novel One Night @ The Call Center. It was released in 2005. The story was spun around the sheer thought of a call from God himself to reinstate the self-belief and determination. One Night @ The Call Center, the second one in the Chetan Bhagat book list, is about six people. The two boys, three girls, and a middle-aged man working in a call center in Gurgaon and struggling with their own problems in life. After a car crash involving all six characters, they receive this call from God who guides and motivates them not only to get out the car safe but face life problems with determination and ultimately win at life.

3) THE THREE MISTAKES OF MY LIFE (2008)

This is the third book that was written by Chetan Bhagat back in 2008 and it was popular and again made it to Bollywood. This book by Chetan Bhagat also became a bestseller and got translated into French and other Indian languages. Chetan Bhagat wrote this third book again about youngsters and how an individual’s dream can overcome the nightmare thrown up by life. The story is about Govind and two friends 'Omi & Ali'. This book by Chetan Bhagat shows how Govind makes few mistakes that overturn his life into something he hasn’t dreamt of. This novel is so beautiful, you should definitely read this one.

4) 2 STATES (2009)

Constantly besting a bestseller, Chetan Bhagat got national and international fame. His fourth book, 2 States which is partly autobiographical was released in 2009. The fourth book on the Chetan Bhagat books list tells the tale of a couple from two different states in India has different rituals. It describes how they had hard times convincing their parents and getting married. This book tell us the truth of Indian culture and Indian marriage. This book 2 States by Chetan Bhagat can also be counted as the first romance-themed novel in the Chetan Bhagat books list. Chetan creates unforgettable romantic moments and some witty situations among parents. 2 States was later made into a Bollywood film that was released in 2014. It was also an superhit movie.

5) REVOLUTION TWENTY20 (2011)

Don't get confuse-this book was written in 2011, this is his fifth book and it was bestseller too. Because of the movies that were based on his books he got popular and whole world love his books. The story of Revolution 2020 is about three childhood buddies Gopal, Raghav & Aarti living in Varanasi, India. Gopal is not so well off and aims to earn money while Raghav is rich and aims to revolutionize India. There is another parallel story is that both the guys love the same girl Aarti. Towards the end, Raghav becomes MLA and marries Aarti while Gopal sets up his business, still heartbroken for the sacrifice of Love.

6) WHAT YOUNG INDIA WANTS (2012)

After writing five bestselling novels, he gain enough popularity to enter in motivational world. He started to give motivational speeches to college and universities. After that he became renowned author and the motivational speaker delivering lectures at various events. His sixth book, What Young India Wants is non-fictional all about his thoughts on the desires of Young India and the Issues faced by the youngsters in the country. Chetan explains in simple prose how our parenting, education system and society has an impact on the upbringing of a child and his future. He also talks about our political responsibilities and can we make a difference and many more. He also tells many small ways by following which we can make a big difference.

7) HALF GIRLFRIEND (2014)

Half Girlfriend by Chetan Bhagat which came in 2014 is one of the latest addition to the Chetan Bhagat books list. After the huge success of the 2 States, Chetan wrote this young adult romance novel about a boy, Madhav, who couldn’t speak English and enrolls in St. Stephens College. He wants to be friends with Riya, a modern Delhi girl and doesn’t want to be in relation with Madhav. Chetan termed this confusing relationship status of being with each other but not being able to decide whether they are in a relationship or not. After all, that’s what most men in India get.

8) MAKING INDIA AWESOME (2015)

Post the phenomenal success of his first non-fiction book, What Young India Wants, Chetan Bhagat wrote another non-fiction book Making India Awesome. This book contains essays and columns in which Chetan Bhagat focuses on the solutions to many intractable problems like unemployment, corruption, poverty, communal violence, illiteracy and more. Making India Awesome by Chetan Bhagat was released in 2015. With easily understandable language, the second non-fiction book on Chetan Bhagat books list gives valuable insights and practical solutions on how every individual can play their part in solving the national problems.

9) ONE INDIAN GIRL (2017)

Coming to the next novel by Chetan Bhagat One Indian Girl which was released in October 2017. In his latest book, Chetan Bhagat has tried to highlight the issue of Feminism and inequality for women in Urban India. It is about difference how a male with the same lifestyle and choices are accepted by society while a female doesn’t. One India Girl is the 9th novel by Chetan Bhagat in which has dared to write in the first person with a female perspective. And it’s worth to read Chetan writing in a female’s voice. One Indian Girl is a story of Radhika Mehta, an intelligent and successful lady who works at a top Investment Bank. The novel takes a deep look at the problems faced by any employed Indian women in all walks of life, be it work, society or love. Not only she earns a lot of money but also has an opinion on everything happening around her.

10) THE GIRL IN ROOM 105 (2018)

The bestselling author brings yet another love story which he rather refers to as ‘An Unlove Story’. This time the lead characters are from different religions; Keshav is a Hindu boy while Zara is a Muslim girl from Kashmir. And due to that, they have to break up after a happy relationship. Zara moves on while Keshav is stuck hating everything including his job. After years, one night, Zara asks Keshav to come to her hostel room 105 where they used to meet usually. And the story takes a whole different turn towards thrilling events. Chetan has wisely weaved the current scenarios of Indian political take on the Kashmir valley as the background which brings a freshness to the story. Just like his previous books, The Girl in 105 again succeeds in outlining a social issue of our country with the help of an interesting storyline.

11) ONE ARRANGED MURDER (2020)

The newly launched One Arranged Murder is another thriller mystery story from Chetan Bhagat. It has a good story, the plots and twists are interesting. Its's a Fictional story in which Saurabh Maheshwari is engaged to Prerna Malhotra. His wedding is three months away. On the night of karva chauth, however, Prerna is murdered after being pushed from her terrace. With Inspector Vijender Singh and aided by ACP Rana, the case is investigated by Saurabh and Keshav Rajpurohit. This book has been quiet popular among people.