Manav Kaul birthday special: Have a look at actor-writer's worth-reading books

Indian theatre director, playwright, author, actor, and filmmaker Manav Kaul, famous for his performance in the Indian cinema has turned 45 today. In 2003, the Ajeeb Daastaans actor made his debut in the fantasy film Jajantaram Mamantaram, and in 2012, he directed Hansa.

The actor further featured in many Bollywood films including Kai Po Che!, Wazir, CityLights, Jolly LLB 2, and others. In 2017, Kaul starred in Suresh Triveni’s film Tumhari Sulu opposite Vidya Balan. His performance in the film received applauds from both critics and the audience and bagged him a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. He also featured in Netflix’s original Ajeeb Daastaans.

Apart from acting, Manav Kaul is one of the most polished writers of India. From poetry to fiction, he had published more than 19 books to date.

Manav Kaul birthday special

On the occasion of Manav Kaul’s 45th birthday, here are some worth-reading books by the actor-writer.

Tumhare Baare Mein

Tumhare Baare Mein is a collection of short stories and poems. Manav Kaul’s writing will take you through moments and experiences in life that we generally overlook.

A Night in the Hills

This is a collection of stories set in the unnamed places of the country. A Night in the Hills depicts emotions of teenage fear, crushes, love, lust, and longing.

Bahut Door, Kitna Door Hota Hai

This is the fourth book published by Manav Kaul. The book is all about the writer’s backpacking to Europe experience in May-June, 2019.

Theek Tumhare Peeche

Theek Tumhare Peeche is the first book written by Manav Kaul. This collection of short stories talks about loneliness, dreams in the most satirical and absurd way.

Prem Kabutara

Prem Kabutra is a compilation of 8 short stories that will enrich you in many ways. All the stories will make you feel every emotion of the characters which are deeply relatable.