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First published November 20, 2024
Animesh Mukharjee is a national bestselling Indian author who writes narrative history exploring the intersections of culture, food, fashion, memory, and everyday life. His work brings together archival research and storytelling to uncover how the past continues to shape the present.
His debut book Thakurbadi, published by Penguin India, examines the lesser-known histories of the Tagore family and their cultural legacy. The book appeared twice on the Dainik Jagran Bestseller List and received wide attention for its narrative approach to history.
His second book, Itihaas Ki Thali (2026), explores Indian history through food traditions, tracing how ingredients, kitchens, and culinary exchanges shaped societies and collective memory across centuries. The book was featured among the most anticipated releases of the year and was discussed by noted food historian Pushpesh Pant in India Today Magazine.
Through his books and screen work, he continues to explore stories rooted in Indian history, culture, and lived experience — narratives that connect research with human emotion and timeless storytelling.