In the book, like every other tragedy embroiled within a love story, a boy meets a girl, they become friends, they fall in love, and then society steps in and everything fades away: yes, even love.
New Delhi,UPDATED: Jun 16, 2024 09:24 IST
Kailash Manju, the son of a small farmer from Rajasthan, shot to fame after he wrote a novel about his failed relationship. In the book, like every other tragedy embroiled within a love story, a boy meets a girl, they become friends, they fall in love, and then society steps in and everything fades away: yes, even love.
Titled "UPSC Wala Love Collector Sahiba," the book became a bestseller, with over 150,000 copies sold so far. With the sale of the book, Manju earned around Rs 2.5 to 3 crore, thus becoming a millionaire. He has also received film offers for the book.
Speaking with India Today, Kailash Manju said that "UPSC Wala Love" reflects the struggles of millions of UPSC aspirants, including the protagonist of his novel, a girl with a rural background who shifts from Hindi to English, prepares for the UPSC, and becomes a successful IAS officer.
The book is inspired by real events, with characters named Girish and Angel mirroring aspects of Manju's own life. The narrative describes how Girish and Angel first connected with each other via email, met in Delhi, and navigated their relationship amid UPSC preparations. The girl eventually clears the exams and secures a high-ranking post for herself. Following that, she starts receiving many marriage proposals. The pressure from her family eventually leads her to part ways with Girish.
Manju emphasises that despite the breakup, he harbors no ill feelings and hopes for Angel's success.
(Inputs by Naresh Sarnau Bishnoi)
Published By:
Akhilesh Nagari
Published On:
Jun 16, 2024
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