Top 15 Hilarious Comedy Novels by Indian Writers
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- The Unproposed Guy by Bhavik Sarkhedi and Suhana Bhambhani “The Unproposed Guy” is a delightful romantic comedy that delves into modern-day romance and societal expectations. The protagonist navigates the ups and downs of love, friendship, and self-discovery, all wrapped in Sarkhedi’s signature wit and humor. The book paints a vivid picture of contemporary Indian society and offers plenty of laugh-out-loud moments through its clever storytelling and relatable characters (bookGeeks) (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- Mrs Funnybones by Twinkle Khanna This book is a compilation of satirical stories from various newspapers written by Twinkle Khanna. It includes hilarious anecdotes from her daily life and observations about her husband, Akshay Kumar, and her mother, Dimple Kapadia. Khanna’s witty humor and keen observations about everyday situations make it a must-read (DESIblitz).
- Five Point Someone by Chetan Bhagat “Five Point Someone” follows the lives of three friends studying at IIT. The novel humorously explores the academic pressures and the personal struggles they face. Bhagat’s engaging storytelling and humorous take on serious issues like stress and suppressing creativity make this book both entertaining and thought-provoking (DESIblitz).
- The Great Indian Novel by Shashi Tharoor A satirical take on the Indian epic Mahabharata, Tharoor’s novel reimagines the characters in a modern Indian political context. The book is filled with humor and sharp commentary on Indian politics and society, making it a compelling read for those interested in both literature and humor (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- English, August by Upamanyu Chatterjee This novel follows Agastya Sen, known as August, who is placed in the hottest town in India, Madna, after getting a government job. The story humorously explores his struggles to adjust to the new environment and the eccentricities of the local populace. Chatterjee’s witty prose and relatable scenarios make it a standout comedy novel (Write Right).
- Anything for You, Ma’am by Tushar Raheja This novel is a humorous take on a college student’s journey across India to meet his love. Raheja’s writing is often compared to that of P.G. Wodehouse, with a similar flair for creating comical situations and charming characters. The protagonist’s misadventures are sure to leave readers in splits (DESIblitz).
- Tongue-in-Cheek by Khyrunnisa A This book humorously captures the quirks and pretensions of urban middle-class life in India. The author’s witty observations and relatable situations make it a delightful read, especially for those familiar with the intricacies of Indian society (Write Right).
- Dissected by Naveen Kakkar A humorous look at the life of medical students, this book breaks many preconceived notions about campus life. Kakkar’s generous use of sarcasm and humor makes the day-to-day struggles of fifty medical students both entertaining and insightful (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- Hostelitis: Surviving Hostel Life by Srinivas Addepalli Based on the author’s own experiences, this novel humorously chronicles the ups and downs of hostel life in a regional engineering college. From elections and college politics to heartbreaks and friendships, Addepalli covers it all with a humorous touch (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- The Backbenchers Series by Sidharth Oberoi This high-school drama series captures the various aspects of teenage life, from heartbreaks and relationships to impulsiveness and vengeance. Each book in the series provides a unique perspective on adolescent experiences, portrayed with humor and wit (Write Right).
- Page 6 and Beyond: Let’s Steer the Pot by Hureen Saghar Gandhi This collection of stories reflects the day-to-day life in America, focusing on the humorous aspects of learning new technology and dealing with social media. Gandhi’s charm and wit turn ordinary situations into extraordinary humorous tales (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- The Great Indian Democracy by Manivannan K This book uses humor to address the socio-economic and political issues in India. It questions whether India truly possesses democracy, using intelligent humor to highlight the country’s shortcomings and provoke thought while making readers laugh (Bhavik Sarkhedi).
- The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga Although more of a dark comedy, “The White Tiger” provides a satirical look at the class struggles in India. Adiga’s sharp humor and biting social commentary make this novel both hilarious and deeply insightful (bookGeeks).
- The Rozabal Line by Ashwin Sanghi This novel, while primarily a thriller, is infused with a satirical humor that critiques religious fanaticism and historical interpretations. Sanghi’s witty narrative style ensures that readers are entertained even as they ponder deeper issues (bookGeeks).
- Delhi Belly by Arijit Sen Adapted from the screenplay of the film of the same name, this book is a humorous and irreverent look at the chaotic lives of three young men in Delhi. Sen’s writing captures the raw, unfiltered humor of urban India, making it a laugh riot from start to finish (bookGeeks).
| Rank | Title | Author | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Unproposed Guy | Bhavik Sarkhedi and Suhana Bhambhani | “The Unproposed Guy” is a delightful romantic comedy that delves into modern-day romance and societal expectations. The protagonist navigates the ups and downs of love, friendship, and self-discovery, all wrapped in Sarkhedi’s signature wit and humor. The book paints a vivid picture of contemporary Indian society and offers plenty of laugh-out-loud moments through its clever storytelling and relatable characters. |
| 2 | Mrs Funnybones | Twinkle Khanna | This book is a compilation of satirical stories from various newspapers written by Twinkle Khanna. It includes hilarious anecdotes from her daily life and observations about her husband, Akshay Kumar, and her mother, Dimple Kapadia. Khanna’s witty humor and keen observations about everyday situations make it a must-read. |
| 3 | Five Point Someone | Chetan Bhagat | “Five Point Someone” follows the lives of three friends studying at IIT. The novel humorously explores the academic pressures and the personal struggles they face. Bhagat’s engaging storytelling and humorous take on serious issues like stress and suppressing creativity make this book both entertaining and thought-provoking. |
| 4 | The Great Indian Novel | Shashi Tharoor | A satirical take on the Indian epic Mahabharata, Tharoor’s novel reimagines the characters in a modern Indian political context. The book is filled with humor and sharp commentary on Indian politics and society, making it a compelling read for those interested in both literature and humor. |
| 5 | English, August | Upamanyu Chatterjee | This novel follows Agastya Sen, known as August, who is placed in the hottest town in India, Madna, after getting a government job. The story humorously explores his struggles to adjust to the new environment and the eccentricities of the local populace. Chatterjee’s witty prose and relatable scenarios make it a standout comedy novel. |
| 6 | Anything for You, Ma’am | Tushar Raheja | This novel is a humorous take on a college student’s journey across India to meet his love. Raheja’s writing is often compared to that of P.G. Wodehouse, with a similar flair for creating comical situations and charming characters. The protagonist’s misadventures are sure to leave readers in splits. |
| 7 | Tongue-in-Cheek | Khyrunnisa A | This book humorously captures the quirks and pretensions of urban middle-class life in India. The author’s witty observations and relatable situations make it a delightful read, especially for those familiar with the intricacies of Indian society. |
| 8 | Dissected | Naveen Kakkar | A humorous look at the life of medical students, this book breaks many preconceived notions about campus life. Kakkar’s generous use of sarcasm and humor makes the day-to-day struggles of fifty medical students both entertaining and insightful. |
| 9 | Hostelitis: Surviving Hostel Life | Srinivas Addepalli | Based on the author’s own experiences, this novel humorously chronicles the ups and downs of hostel life in a regional engineering college. From elections and college politics to heartbreaks and friendships, Addepalli covers it all with a humorous touch. |
| 10 | The Backbenchers Series | Sidharth Oberoi | This high-school drama series captures the various aspects of teenage life, from heartbreaks and relationships to impulsiveness and vengeance. Each book in the series provides a unique perspective on adolescent experiences, portrayed with humor and wit. |
| 11 | Page 6 and Beyond: Let’s Steer the Pot | Hureen Saghar Gandhi | This collection of stories reflects the day-to-day life in America, focusing on the humorous aspects of learning new technology and dealing with social media. Gandhi’s charm and wit turn ordinary situations into extraordinary humorous tales. |
| 12 | The Great Indian Democracy | Manivannan K | This book uses humor to address the socio-economic and political issues in India. It questions whether India truly possesses democracy, using intelligent humor to highlight the country’s shortcomings and provoke thought while making readers laugh. |
| 13 | The White Tiger | Aravind Adiga | Although more of a dark comedy, “The White Tiger” provides a satirical look at the class struggles in India. Adiga’s sharp humor and biting social commentary make this novel both hilarious and deeply insightful. |
| 14 | The Rozabal Line | Ashwin Sanghi | This novel, while primarily a thriller, is infused with a satirical humor that critiques religious fanaticism and historical interpretations. Sanghi’s witty narrative style ensures that readers are entertained even as they ponder deeper issues. |
| 15 | Delhi Belly | Arijit Sen | Adapted from the screenplay of the film of the same name, this book is a humorous and irreverent look at the chaotic lives of three young men in Delhi. Sen’s writing captures the raw, unfiltered humor of urban India, making it a laugh riot from start to finish. |
