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Best Books By Chetan Bhagat:  Indian author, columnist and screenwriter Chetan Prakash Bhagat’s many books are adapted into blockbuster hit movies, and that is one of the reasons why his writing is famous. His books are particularly apt for beginners who want to turn reading into a habit. Over the years, Chetan’s books have been read by thousands of readers, who love to read about dreams, love, and the struggles of young Indians.

5 Best Books By Chetan Bhagat:

His books hold a humorous, dramatic, and thought-provoking flair, making them an easy and light read. Here is a list of 5 popular novels by Chetan Bhagat that every reader should not miss.

1. Five Point Someone (2004):

Five Point Someone, written by Chetan Bhagat and published in 2004, is a novel about three engineers studying at IIT and struggling with ragging, poor marks, and other stresses. The book later got made into an inspirational blockbuster hit movie called '3 Idiots'.

Five Point Someone

2. 2 States: The Story of My Marriage (2009):

2 States: The Story of My Marriage, published in 2009, is an aptly humorous and heart-warming novel that narrates the love story of a Punjabi boy and a Tamil girl whose families dislike each other.

2 States The Story of My Marriage

3. The 3 Mistakes of My Life (2008):

The 3 Mistakes of My Life, published in 2008, is a book full of high-voltage drama, intensity, and passion set in Ahmedabad, where three friends try to achieve their dream amidst the 2001 earthquakes and riots.

The 3 Mistakes of My Life

4. Revolution 2020 (2011):

Revolution 2020, authored by Chetan Bhagat, was published in 2011. This novel reveals problems in the Indian education system through a love story.

Revolution 2020

5. Half Girlfriend (2014):

Half Girlfriend is a story of a boy from Bihar loving a girl from Delhi, exploring class differences and 'half' affairs. The story's emotion and movie adaptation increase its popularity.

Half Girlfriend

Book Title Key Theme Why It's Great Movie Adaptation
Five Point Someone Friendship & Failure Hilarious IIT life; inspired 3 Idiots Yes (3 Idiots)
2 States Inter-culture Romance Relatable family drama; easy read Yes (2 States)
The 3 Mistakes of My Life Ambition & Tragedy Real events; emotional depth Yes (Kai Po Che!)
Revolution 2020 Corruption & Love Timely education critique No
Half Girlfriend Class & Heartbreak Youth struggles; twisty plot Yes (Half Girlfriend)

Which Chetan Bhagat Book To Start First?

Beginners should start with any of the books by Chetan Bhagat, whichever one they relate to the most. If you like romantic books, go for Half Girlfriend and 2 States. You can also opt for Five Point Someone, which is Chetan Bhagat's best-selling novel and hallmark style. The book is under 300 pages, and it is an easy, highly enjoyable introduction to his characters and their triumphs as outsiders.

Additionally, the book is acclaimed for its realism for those who have experienced school exams and peer pressure. Avoid if you do not like campus stories.

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Other Notable Books By Chetan Bhagat:

1. One Night At the Call Centre (2005): Crisis at a call centre with heavenly help; a witty and quick read.

2. One Indian Girl (2016): A girl's daring balance between career and love; feminist with humour.

3. The Girl in Room 105 (2018): For thriller lovers, this book is a murder mystery that happened in a coaching class.

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Chetan Bhagat’s writing style is simple and relatable with a touch of humour, which would make reading enjoyable for beginners. His writing beautifully describes its characters and scenes so vividly, which somehow makes you feel as if you are part of his story.


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