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Hindustan Times
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Prolific at 24: Chinmay Moghe pens 10 books, builds his own publishing house
At an age when most college students are still weighing their career choices, 24-year-old Chinmay Moghe — known in literary circles as 'Samar' — has already written and published ten novels. In addition to being a prolific author, he now runs his own publishing house, Samar Publication, which has gained recognition in Marathi literary circles. Moghe's writing journey began early. While many teenagers were spending their summer vacations unwinding, he was busy drafting his first historical novel, Maharajadhiraj, based on emperor Samudragupta. 'I began writing when I was 16. I always knew that I wanted to write,' says Moghe. But his interest in literature had taken root long before that. In class 6, while living in Ratnagiri, his father gifted him a district library membership on his birthday — a gesture that sparked a lasting relationship with books. He recalls reading extensively, undistracted by smartphones or social media. 'Reading became a habit, then an addiction,' he says. Among his early literary influences were Fakira by Anna Bhau Sathe and Garambicha Bapu by Na Pendse. A key milestone in his writing career came with his second book, Mahakavya Shivpratap, a 600-page epic poem on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The preface was written by historian Babasaheb Purandare, then 99 years old. 'Babasaheb not only wrote the foreword but also shared rare stories — including one about copper plate inscriptions from Karnataka that mention Shivaji Maharaj's childhood,' says Moghe. After gaining experience, Moghe launched his own publishing house in 2021. The first novel he self-published was Tathagat, a first-person account of Gautam Buddha's life, using references from the Tripitaka, Vinaya Pitaka, and Sutta Pitaka. His next novel, Urmila, which delves into the largely unexplored life of Laxman's wife from the Ramayana, received notable commercial success. Over time, he has also experimented with genres like fantasy. In Samudra Manthan, Moghe explores parallel universes and blends mythology with speculative fiction — a rare approach in contemporary Marathi literature. One of his more popular titles with young readers is Radha, a story about a girl named Shravani who travels alone to Vrindavan and meets Radha. The novel touches on themes of love, self-discovery, and personal conflict. 'Shravani asks Radha what love is. Radha tells her, 'During my time, I found my path to love. Now it's your turn, find your own path' he explains. Radha sold over 12,000 copies in its first year, becoming his second bestseller. Its success among younger readers suggested a demand for contemporary, introspective storytelling in Marathi. Moghe says he approaches historical and mythological subjects carefully. 'I balance creative freedom with factual integrity. It's important not to hurt anyone's beliefs in a diverse country like ours,' he says. He also acknowledges that writers face constraints. 'There's pressure. Unlike in English writing, there's less freedom here,' he says. Asked about what makes a publishing venture click, he says, 'You need to understand the reader's mind. In India, people are drawn to mythology and spiritual themes. If I suddenly switch to science fiction, it may not work. So, you have to be in tune with what readers are looking for.' With more than 16,000 combined sales for Radha and Urmila, Samar challenges the common claim that Marathi literature lacks readers. 'Young people are reading — they just want stories they can relate to,' he says. His upcoming novel, Parvati, is already available for pre-booking. He is also working on Radha – Part 2, which explores Shravani's life after marriage. 'Readers keep asking what happens next,' he says. Each time a new book is printed, Moghe rides to the press to pick up the first copy himself. 'I smell the pages. For me, it's like holding a newborn baby,' he says.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
UT-Dallas' new president will be Prabhas Moghe, regents say
University of Texas System regents have named Prabhas Moghe, Rutgers University's chief academic officer, as the sole finalist in the running to become UT-Dallas' next president. Regents on Wednesday voted unanimously to name Mogue. The decision comes after UT-Dallas President Richard C. Benson announced last year he will step down. Regents are expected to officially name Moghe for the role after a 21-day waiting period required by Texas law. He would likely start his presidency this summer or early fall, following the end of the 2024-25 academic year, according to a news release. A presidential search advisory committee chaired by UT System Chancellor JB Milliken recommended Moghe's selection. The committee praised Moghe's leadership experience and academic background. 'Dr. Moghe's record of strengthening educational pathways and propelling research agendas forward reflect many of UT Dallas's strengths and continued aspirations. He has a deep appreciation for UTD's mission and extraordinary ascendancy among top universities,' Milliken said. Moghe has a long academic career. He joined Rutgers University in New Jersey in 1995. There, he was appointed a distinguished professor of biomedical engineering and chemical and biochemical engineering. He became the school's executive vice president for academic affairs in 2020. He was responsible for managing academic and research operations across four campuses and 29 academic units. Moghe, who was born in Bombay, India, came to the United States as an international student at the University of Minnesota. He shared his experience in an interview with Rutgers Today, a university publication. 'I had flown thousands of miles from the warmest place on the planet, to a country I had never visited,' Moghe said. 'But I always knew that I had to keep moving on and I was going to the top graduate program in the world at the time for chemical engineering.' UT-Dallas is a public research university located in Richardson. It enrolled 29,886 students in fall 2024, including students from 130 countries. Moghe's appointment comes at a challenging time for the school. Earlier this year, at least 19 international students from UT-Dallas were among thousands across the country who had their visas revoked. A subsequent federal court ruling temporarily restored several Texas students' visas, including at least one for a student from UT-Dallas. Federal immigration authorities had said they were targeting international students who participated in pro-Palestinian protests last year, though many of the students whose status was revoked had not protested. They appeared to have been targeted because of minor offenses or other interactions with law enforcement. Last spring, at least 17 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested at UT-Dallas. The administration called in law enforcement during the demonstrations, drawing criticism from some student groups. Disclosure: University of Texas System has been a financial supporter of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors. Financial supporters play no role in the Tribune's journalism. Find a complete list of them here. First round of TribFest speakers announced! Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist Maureen Dowd; U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio; Fort Worth Mayor Mattie Parker; U.S. Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California; and U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas are taking the stage Nov. 13–15 in Austin. Get your tickets today!
