Author · Storyteller · Broadcaster · Former Diplomat
The writer who reimagined India’s epics for a new generation — and the fastest-selling author in Indian publishing history.
- 8 million+copies sold
- 13books
- 21languages
- 5documentaries
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Dhruv-Tara & The Great Indian History Quiz is out now.
Amish’s very first book for children — the first in a series of seven — turns India’s past into an adventure. Rivalry is easy. Teamwork is fun. But teaming up with your biggest rival? That’s the real adventure.
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The storyteller
Ancient ideas, told for the present.
The writer who reimagined India’s epics for a new generation — and the fastest-selling author in Indian publishing history.
Amish Tripathi is an author, broadcaster and former diplomat. Described as “India’s Tolkien” by the BBC, he has written 13 books that have sold over 8 million copies and been translated into 21 languages — making him the fastest-selling author in Indian publishing history.
Words & ideas
Whether a man is a legend or not is decided by history, not fortune tellers.
Watch & listen
Conversations about India, faith and the ideas that last.
Broadcasting
Documentaries that travel the length of India.
Speaking & appearances
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Keynotes on leadership through dharma, literature festivals, university talks and corporate sessions — in English or Hindi, in person or online.
- Leadership & decision-making, drawn from the epics
- India’s civilisational story for global audiences
- Storytelling craft, for writers and students
The journey
From banker to bestseller, diplomat to broadcaster.
- 2010The Immortals of Meluha
- 2013The Oath of the Vayuputras
- 2015Ram: Scion of Ikshvaku
- 2019Minister (Culture & Education), High Commission of India, London
- 2022Legends of the Ramayana with Amish
- 2024Ram Janmabhoomi: Return of a Splendid Sun
Recognition
Amish is one of India’s greatest storytellers, creative, imaginative, so you have to turn the page.
Amish’s writings have generated immense curiosity about India’s rich past and culture.
Amish is India’s biggest literary rockstar.
Riveting, absorbing and informative.
Honorary Doctorate (Doctor of the University, honoris causa) (2026) · Best Factual Presenter — India (2025) · Dwarka Prasad Agarwal Award (2024) · Golden Book Award — Legend of Suheldev (2022) All honours
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Who is Amish Tripathi?
Amish Tripathi (born 18 October 1974, Mumbai) is an Indian author, broadcaster and former diplomat. He is known for the Shiva Trilogy and the Ram Chandra Series, has written 13 books that have sold over 8 million copies in 21 languages, hosted five television documentaries, and served as Minister (Culture & Education) at the Indian High Commission in London from 2019 to 2023.
Which books has Amish written?
The Shiva Trilogy (The Immortals of Meluha, The Secret of the Nagas, The Oath of the Vayuputras); the Ram Chandra Series (Ram: Scion of Ikshvaku; Sita: Warrior of Mithila; Raavan: Enemy of Aryavarta; War of Lanka); the Indic Chronicles (Legend of Suheldev; The Chola Tigers); the non-fiction titles Immortal India, Dharma and Idols (the last two with Bhavna Roy); and the children’s book Dhruv-Tara & The Great Indian History Quiz.
In what order should I read the books?
Start with The Immortals of Meluha and read the Shiva Trilogy in order. The Ram Chandra Series can be read next (Ram, Sita, Raavan, then War of Lanka); its first three books run in parallel and can be read in any order before War of Lanka. The Indic Chronicles and the non-fiction books stand alone.
What is the Shiva Trilogy about?
It reimagines Shiva as a Tibetan immigrant in the ancient empire of Meluha who is hailed as the prophesied Neelkanth and must decide what evil truly is. Published 2010–2013, it is the fastest-selling book series in Indian publishing history.
Which documentaries has Amish hosted?
Legends of the Ramayana with Amish (discovery+, 2022); The Journey of India (Warner Bros. Discovery, 2022, with Amitabh Bachchan); Ram Janmabhoomi: Return of a Splendid Sun (NDTV/JioCinema, 2024, which he also conceptualised and co-produced); Mahakumbh Tales with Amish Tripathi (NDTV, 2025); and Legends of Shiva with Amish (Warner Bros. Discovery, 2025).
Was Amish a diplomat?
Yes. From October 2019 to October 2023 he was Minister (Culture & Education) at the High Commission of India in the United Kingdom and Director of The Nehru Centre, London.
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Amish writes on Substack about India, history, faith and the ideas behind the books — the kind of conversation that does not fit in a post.