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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.
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Arshi Khan on Mother's Day says, 'Every heartbeat carries a thank you to the woman who gave me the life I owe my success to her'
Actress Arshi Khan talks about her mother, Mrs Nadira Sultan Khan , a homemaker, the Bigg Boss 11 fame reveals the beautiful bond they share on the occasion of Mother's Day . Each year, on the second Sunday of May, Mother's Day is celebrated to honour motherhood, maternal bonds, and the influence of mothers in society. Arshi says, "Every heartbeat carries a thank you to the woman who gave me life, she's my mom. She is the source of love and well-being, influencing my beliefs, and values, and providing me with a sense of security and comfort." She continued, "Since childhood, I shared a very strong bond with her, she always helped me grow as an independent person, achieve my dreams and never feel weak to be a girl. She taught me to face the world and live a life of my own, she never discriminates among my siblings, for her we all are equal irrespective of our gender. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor I owe my success to her." Describing the importance of the day Arshi added, "Mother's Day celebration is very important to me. Like every year, I planned surprises for my mom this year too. I gave her clothes, chocolates, flowers, bags, and a gold ring. This is a day dedicated to honouring the incredible, selfless love, strength, and sacrifices of mothers, it is truly a special occasion. In fact, every day is Mother's Day but today it rings in as a heartfelt reminder to celebrate and cherish the women who shape our lives with unconditional love. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Amersham: If You Were Born Between 1940-1975 You Could Be Eligible For This Life Cover Reassured Get Quote Undo " Khan who was last seen essaying the role of Julie in TV show Shravani, is missing her mom, as she concluded by sharing, "I connected and spoke to my mom via video call. It's an everyday ritual we talk and see each other to ensure our health. She's in Indore with my family . I'm missing her today as I'm in Mumbai." Arshi has worked in television shows like 'Savitri Devi College & Hospital', 'Vish', and 'Ishq Mein Marjawan', among others. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
