Vikas Swarup - A Lifestory

Known for great stories and smart diplomacy, is not just a retired diplomat; but also a writer. He became known worldwide in 2005 with his first book, "Q & A." It was such a good story that it was made into the movie "Slumdog Millionaire," which won an Oscar in 2008. This amazing journey, like the main character's win, made him a star writer. Before becoming a famous writer, he helped his country as a diplomat in places like Turkey, United States, Ethiopia, United Kingdom and South Africa. People who worked with him remember him as smart and hardworking. He understood people well in every situation. As a former coworker once said, "He always knew how people felt in any situation." His other books, "Six Suspects" and "The Accidental Apprentice," showed how good he was at making detailed stories and characters. He stopped working for the Indian Foreign Service in 2021, but he is remembered for more than just his work as a diplomat. He is still praised as a writer who mixes fun stories with important ideas, proving that a story can change how people see the world.