Chetan Bhagat is one of India’s most popular contemporary authors, known for writing simple and relatable novels based on the lives of young Indians. He was born on 22 April 1974 in New Delhi, India. He completed his engineering degree from IIT Delhi and later earned an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad, two of India’s top educational institutions. Before becoming a full-time writer, he worked as an investment banker in Hong Kong.

Chetan Bhagat became famous with his first novel, Five Point Someone, which highlighted the pressure faced by engineering students. Many of his books, such as 2 States, Half Girlfriend, The 3 Mistakes of My Life, and Revolution 2020, became bestsellers and were later adapted into Bollywood movies. His writing style is easy to understand, making his books very popular among young readers.

Apart from writing novels, he is also a motivational speaker, screenwriter, and newspaper columnist. He often speaks about education, youth, relationships, and social issues in India. Through his books and speeches, Chetan Bhagat has encouraged many young people to follow their dreams and think positively about life.