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The Protector: The Explosive Story of India’s First Female Bodyguard | Read the true motivational story of a woman achiever

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151 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 12, 2025

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Profile Image for Anusuya Sarkar.
159 reviews3 followers
March 22, 2025
Book Name- “The Protector”
Author- @veenagupta_safety_expert @kaminikusum
Publisher- @srishtipub
Genre- Biography/ True Accounts
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“Being a woman might have its own set of challenges in our society, but God has made a woman a powerhouse.”
It’s a very powerful story of Veena Gupta (India’s first female bodyguard” and we all are so proud of her. Veena Gupta’s journey is both stirring and inspirational. A real eye-opener about the security industry and the obstacles faced by a woman. The challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field is an inspiration. Her determination and intrepid attitude inspire others to continue their dreams inspite of the struggles, making her a settler. In the book her personal life, childhood incidents, challenges of life and security industries politics all are briefly written which is very motivating. This book is not just about protection but it’s about overcoming societal stereotypes and showcasing that women can flourish in any field. The journey of her life whether Protecting a Bollywood actress from a persistent stalker with deadly intentions, Safeguarding a criminal lawyer who was receiving threats from powerful adversaries, Handling security in male-dominated environments, proving her potentiality and professionalism time and again all the challenges controlled by her commendably. I loved the writing style of the author as she has written the chapters with all her heart, when you read it you can feel it literally. I recommend it to everyone looking for a true accounts of bravery and persistence.
Review- 4.5
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43 reviews1 follower
December 19, 2025
Usually, when you think of a bodyguard, you picture a big guy in a suit and sunglasses. But this story is about a woman from a simple background who stepped into that male dominated world and completely made it her own.

I just finished The Protector by Veena Gupta and Kamini Kusum. It’s a memoir of Veena Gupta, who became India's first female bodyguard. The book follows her journey from humble roots through all the challenges of breaking into the security industry.

She shares some intense stories from her assignments like protecting a Bollywood actress from a stalker to handling death threats against a criminal lawyer. There are high speed chases and face offs with angry crowds, but what really stood out was her calm, smart approach to danger. She also gets honest about her personal struggles, like family pressure and the way society constantly questioned her choices.

At just over 150 pages, it’s a quick, straightforward read that keeps you moving. It’s a great reminder that courage isn't about physical size, it is about determination.

Read this if:
*You want an inspiring real-life story about breaking barriers or enjoy quick, motivational biographies with a bit of a thrill.

Skip this if:
*You prefer long, dense novels or strictly stick to fiction.

If you ever feel like the odds are stacked against you, this is a great one to pick up. It shows how much one person can achieve when they refuse to back down.
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154 reviews12 followers
May 15, 2025
Assalamu Alaikum 😊, “There is no force more powerful than a woman determined to rise. “ - Bosa Sebele

Book📗: 'The Protector' by Veena Gupta and Kamini Kusum

Genre 📸: Biography / Women uplifting / True cases
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Overall Ratings 🌟 : 4 / 5
Pages📚: 151
Language : Easy and Elegant
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📘 When i say the word 'Bodyguard', what comes to your mind? May be a high built man in black dress with a gun. Why can't it be a women? Meet India's first female bodyguard Veenu Gupta. She comes from a simple family and had grown into a strong and resilent women. Her courage and will power defeated all odds and made her arise in this profession.

📘 Author had crafted the book well so that it leaves a positive motivated impact in the readers. Veenu Gupta shines in her work apart from handling her own personal struggles. Her jouney of protecting celebrities, life threating situations, high speed car rush, murder attacks and all are thrilling and inspirational.

📘 When most of the people are focussed on celebrities, the books like this bring out the real effective work of people who are a hidden support. Apart from celebrities, Veenu Gupta had also worked with other important people with threatful profession like lawyers. I feel like a real action packed feeling when reading this. A women can achieve whatever she desires!
940 reviews9 followers
May 3, 2025
"The Protector" is an inspiring and riveting account of Veena Gupta's remarkable journey as India's first female bodyguard, co-authored by Veena Gupta herself and Kamini Kusum. This book is not just a memoir; it’s an inspiring testament to resilience and empowerment in the face of societal norms and expectations.

          Veena's journey begins in humble surroundings, where she defied the odds stacked against her as a woman in a male-dominated field. Each assignment showcases her bravery and determination, as she confronts life-threatening situations with unwavering resolve.

            What makes this book stand out is its blend of thrilling accounts and heartfelt reflections on gender equality and personal growth. Veena Gupta's experiences highlight the broader themes of empowerment, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of one's dreams, encouraging readers to challenge their own limitations.

            Written in a straightforward yet engaging style, "The Protector" is both informative and motivational🙌. This book is not just for those interested in the security industry or true stories of heroism; it resonates with anyone who has ever faced adversity💖☀️
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192 reviews1 follower
May 9, 2025
⚔️ “The Protector” authored by Kamini Kusum, explores the extraordinary journey of Veena Gupta, a woman who succeeded in a male-dominated industry while defying gender stereotypes and how she broke down all the boundaries, becoming the first female bodyguard in India. The book demonstrates Veena Gupta's professional as well as her private life producing a fascinating juxtaposition amongst her psychological requirements and her abilities as a protector.
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⚔️ The author displays Veena's powerful spirit and unrelenting tenacity all through the course of the book. The work uses more thorough narratives, even though it contains interesting tales of her overseas postings. It overall enhances the audience's comprehension and involvement with the subject of particular security practices along with knowledge into the difficulties, encountered in various work situations. Any individual who has ever encountered criticism or struggle while chasing desired goals will find this memoir to be an uplifting read because it is full of poignant sincere emotions and thrilling combat.
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⚔️ Overall a great read! Recommending it to everyone out there!
334 reviews
April 5, 2025
This is the true story of India's first female bodyguard.

This book tells the story of Veena Gupta who does something extraordinary and goes against all odds to fulfill her dream.

This book will take you through Veena Gupta's journey from humble beginnings to providing executive protection to international clients.

It also talks about how important strength is and not just physical strength but also being mentally strong is important to be the star of your life.

Veena Gupta's story is full of inspiration and determination. It also teaches women to be courageous and pursue their dreams, even if it means going against society's norms of what women should and should not do.

This story is especially empowering for women who fearlessly want to give wings to their dreams and aspirations.

This book is written in the form of a story and hence becomes more interesting to read.

The cover page and title of the book are quite apt.

The language used is simple and easy to understand.

Overall, this book is a must-read for all readers, irrespective of their gender.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
Through this narrative "The Protector" Veena Gupta and kamini kusum demonstrates how one can build strength and take control. This narrative shows how Veena Gupta grew from guard duties to becoming a woman who broke gender expectations. Her dangerous experiences capture attention while her thoughts on love and self-development strengthen her life. The book shows Veena Gupta's work history but emotional moments enrich every part of her story.

Veena Gupta's performance in her autobiography demonstrates how she built her strength from difficult times. The difficult separations from her partner and single parent experience taught her new ways to grow stronger and more determined to succeed. Her life demonstrates how people can achieve victory by overcoming tough situations.

The book shows readers how Veena Gupta handled the male workplace as a female professional. Her experiences facing discrimination and sexual prejudice as a woman highlight important lessons to readers. She proves women's capacity to withstand challenges and keep going despite facing setbacks.
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375 reviews26 followers
March 26, 2025
A truly remarkable and inspiring journey of India's first Female bodyguard that motivates readers and gives them courage and be fearless.


Meet Veena Gupta, fearless and a woman of unbreakable courage and determination, who breaks all the stereotypes of male dominated security industry. 


The plot is revolves around real-life incidents that she faced during her career. Not only she had to deal with the life threating situations but also she had to battle with people's opinions and societal norms. She chose a career mostly taken up by men and still managed to make a name for herself with courage and determination.


In this book the author has not just captured The heroic moments but Veena's Emotional journey and her personal struggles as well.


The storytelling is very raw and honest and it's not just a biography but a tribute to someone who has become an inspiration for all the women out there. 
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
Readers will find "The Protector: The Explosive Story of India’s First Female Bodyguard" to be very motivating. She started life in poverty but rose through the security industry to hold an authoritative position that males resisted sharing. The book presents Veena Gupta's work accomplishments alongside her private hardships to create content that empowers readers. Veena shares gripping stories of her high-speed pursuits while facing life-threatening threats that make the book a thrilling reading experience.

Veena's dedicated pursuit of her dreams left me impressed even when dealing with much adversity. Her desire to challenge stereotypes and reach heights that no woman had before fills women everywhere with optimism. She moves confidently through difficult work situations that bring her into rooms filled with male coworkers because of her strong determination.

A very good read I came across.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
The author of the boon the Protector kamini kusum and Veena Gupta shows Veena's private life by describing her feelings about romantic relationships and emotional experiences. Through her writing she talks about romantic feelings everyone knows and shares her own dating stories. Her successful professional achievements alongside her personal desires prove to women they can reach all their goals when they put in the effort.

People pursuing their goals will find great value in "The Protector" as their guide to defeating stereotypes. Through her experiences Veena Gupta shows readers how persistence leads to success. Women display remarkable strength and stubbornness through her story which she uses to create a tribute to every aspect of womanhood.

I loved this read a lot being a woman.
52 reviews1 follower
June 27, 2025
'The Protector' when I first came across the title it seemed like a fictional read where a woman is a bodyguard and the plot will be revolving around some mystery case, murder or thrill. But it was a surprise to me that this book was a real story...yes it was a real story and it was very inspiring and motivating.

This book is inspired by the story of Veena (our protagonist) and a beautiful penmanship is done by Kamini Mam(author of this book) in penning down the action, thrill and most importantly the inspirational story of Veena mam.

Its a book less than 200 pages but throughout the pages the inspiration and motivation is filled in these pages. The writing is very simple and easy to read. One can easily read this book but I would suggest that you don't just read the book, feel the journey and follow your dream and passion.

A very commendable read!
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195 reviews8 followers
July 1, 2025
Bodyguard! Whenever we hear this word the first image that comes to our mind is of a strong, rough and tuff man in some black formal suit and goggles. Isn't it??

However today with the efforts and inspiration of women like Miss Veena Gupta this image has transformed for good with women marching shoulder to shoulder with men.

The protector is the inspirational story of Veena Gupta, who despite having humble roots, with her courage and unflinching determination dared to challange the society's stereotypes and rose to become India's first female bodyguard.

The book is an action packed journey that gives us an insight into her personal life, the security industry, the professional challenges and some of the breakthrough cases in her career. The narration is compelling and keeps the readers engaged till the end. What I personally liked is that while the author highlights her accomplishments it also talks about her emotional challenges that serves a reminder of the ups and downs in life. Veena Gupta's life truly stands as an inspiration for all the girls who are still not sure about pursuing their dreams be it for whatever reasons.

Overall for me it was an engaging read!
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
This book is the story of Veena Gupta by Veena Gupta and kamini kusum. Veena Gupta's experiences show us how someone can build strength and self-reliance. This book shows how the main character evolved from security professional to woman who lived outside traditional roles. The book shows her thrilling fights against threats while sharing what love and self-development meant to her. The book mainly tells Veena Gupta's professional story yet emotional content expands its value as a complete read. I supported and loved her achievements when she faced both work and personal hardships. A commendable read for those seeking motivation and strength.
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1,042 reviews28 followers
February 26, 2025
Veena Gupta’s memoir, The Protector, takes us on an unforgettable journey through her rise as India’s first female bodyguard.

The book provides a deep insight into her career, filled with hair-raising incidents and moments of bravery. What resonated with me was how she broke all the stereotypes associated with women in security.

Her story proves that determination and resilience can make you succeed, no matter how challenging the field.

I found this book to be both motivating and heartwarming, a true testament to Veena’s unbreakable spirit.
60 reviews
February 27, 2025
Veena Gupta’s story is truly inspiring! This book is not just about her career as a bodyguard but also about the challenges she faced as a woman in a male-dominated field.

From protecting celebrities to handling dangerous situations, her journey is full of action and courage. What I loved most was her determination—she never let societal norms stop her from following her passion.

The book is written in a simple and engaging way, making it an easy read. If you’re looking for a real-life story of grit and perseverance, this book is a must-read.
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1,091 reviews33 followers
February 27, 2025
The Protector by Veena Gupta is an action-packed, inspiring read. Her journey from humble beginnings to becoming India’s first female bodyguard is filled with determination and bravery.

Veena’s ability to protect high-profile clients from deadly threats and dangerous situations speaks to her strength and skill. What sets this book apart is Veena’s personal story of overcoming societal expectations and proving her worth in a male-dominated field.

The book is a powerful reminder that with courage and persistence, anyone can break through barriers and achieve their dreams.
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110 reviews2 followers
February 27, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Protector by Veena Gupta. The book is a powerful story of overcoming obstacles and challenging societal norms. As India’s first female bodyguard, Veena’s journey has been full of courage and determination.

The situations she’s faced—protecting high-profile clients, dealing with deadly threats—are intense and inspiring. Her story shows that no dream is too big, and no challenge is too great if you are determined.

The book is not only an action-packed memoir but also a motivational tale for women everywhere, urging them to fight for their dreams.
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316 reviews6 followers
May 2, 2025
In The Protector, Veena Gupta tells the powerful story of how she became India’s first female bodyguard. It’s an inspiring journey of breaking barriers in a profession largely dominated by men.

The book covers her fearless work protecting high-profile clients from dangerous situations, including stalkers and death threats. Veena’s perseverance, despite societal doubts, is truly motivational.

The story is filled with both intense action and heartfelt moments, making it an empowering read for anyone who has ever faced criticism or adversity while pursuing their dreams.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
Veena Gupta and kamini kusum wrote "The Protector" to show how a woman succeeded in breaking security industry boundaries. She brought new experiences to the world as India's initial female bodyguard. The book shows all the difficulties Veena Gupta faced before she proved herself through hard work and persistence.

The parts of her book where she described her global work experiences were my favorite because they added an international point of view to her story. Although the story lacks complete stories it still inspires people who want to fight against social limitations. Good one.
11 reviews
May 23, 2025
The story of Veena Gupta in this book. The Protector shows remarkable inspiration to readers. She moved up from her early life to earn status in security through strong dedication and perseverance.

The book shows both Veena Gupta's work results and personal challenges in ways that readers can easily understand and find inspiration. Veena's experiences in her job includes facing life-threatening dangers which make for exciting reading.

People should make this book a top choice if they want to challenge social barriers and achieve their goals.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
The Protector a book by Kamini kusum and Veena Gupta tells Veena Gupta's heartfelt life story which now brings hope to many women. When she talks about romantic losses combined with her single motherhood and work life her words create deep emotional impact.

Through this book readers can relate to her life story because she connects her professional achievements with her own personal experiences. Her life story captures the reader through its mix of bravery and hurt as she inspires all who want to discover authentic hero tales.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
The part of this story that impressed me most is her successful management of professional duties alongside her personal dreams. Her thoughts about relationships and self-improvement touch readers deeply while her life as a single mother shows how women deal with work-life balance.

People who want to learn about true hero stories should read "The Protector". Veena Gupta's narrative demonstrates women's inner strength and proves through her book that womanhood exists in all its forms. Very good read.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
The Protector by Veena Gupta and Kamini kusum tells a story that shows Veena Gupta's inner strength as much as it demonstrates her love. The desire for love exists in everyone including Veena who protects high-risk clients in her professional life. Veena explains perfectly how she manages to balance both her job and her desire for a personal life. Veena Gupta's experience shows us that courage and openness can exist together and motivates others to follow their passions despite challenges. An absolutely fantastic read.
4 reviews
May 23, 2025
In "The Protector" the authors Veena Gupta and kamini kusum tells a tale that reveals both the power within her (Veena Gupta the first female bodyguard) and the love she possesses. Despite her intense work in executive protection Veena feels the same desire to love as everybody else. Her story demonstrates how she manages to succeed at work and pursue her life goals.

Veena Gupta life shows readers that they can be strong even when they open up and pursue their ambitions. Everyone will find value in this book because it shows how women overcome obstacles.
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129 reviews2 followers
June 21, 2025
Until I started reading this book, I never realised how beautiful the Author had crafted this book. This is a must read book for every girl who wants to be inspired and motivated, and who ever feels like getting away with any stereotypical pathetic situation. This book helps you understand that you are there for you to protect yourself as well as your family, that to being a girl, this book keeps on reminding you to be brave, fearless, independent and as a girl you have all the courage to live the life equivalent to Men!

Am so sure as like how I love this book, even you'll fall for it.
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229 reviews9 followers
October 20, 2025
The Protector is an inspiring true story of Veena Gupta, India’s first female bodyguard. The book is full of action, courage and motivation. Veena’s journey shows how she broke barriers, faced danger, and proved that women can do anything. Her story is powerful and emotional, showing her strength in a male-dominated field. The writing is simple and easy to follow, making it perfect for all readers. From protecting celebrities to chasing criminals, her life feels like a movie. If you enjoy real-life stories of bravery, this book will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
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304 reviews6 followers
May 25, 2025
This is a story of Veena Gupta. The story of Veena Gupta holds us spellbound and drives us to admire her character. The mix of her weak personal side and strong work abilities builds a story that people can easily connect with. The reader feels her excitement about work and understands her emotional hurdles through the same journey. Veena's story helps us talk about gender equality and work promotion. Good one.
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27 reviews3 followers
May 9, 2025
True means of women empowerment is reflected through this book. It's a manifesto of resilience. Veena Gupta's story is a powerful reminder that strength comes in many forms, and that even in a world built to resist change, one woman with a fierce will can make a lasting impact.
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9 reviews
May 21, 2025
If you're looking for thriller fantasy, I would prefer this book to you. As it goes amazing with all plotting and adventurous of each scene. I really appreciate the author for out of genre book.
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195 reviews5 followers
May 28, 2025
The Protector is a compelling memoir that traces the extraordinary journey of Veena Gupta, India’s first female bodyguard, who shattered societal norms with unwavering resolve. Co-authored with Kamini Kusum, the book offers an honest and gripping account of Veena’s experiences—ranging from high-risk assignments and celebrity protection to deeply personal challenges. What sets this memoir apart is its authenticity and the raw courage that pulses through every chapter. Veena’s life is a blend of resilience, bravery, and ambition, making her story both powerful and deeply relatable. The writing is crisp, straightforward, and beginner-friendly, which ensures accessibility without losing impact. The book also subtly touches upon gender biases in male-dominated professions, showcasing how determination and belief can carve out space for women anywhere. A truly motivating read, The Protector is more than just a story—it’s a movement in itself. Highly recommended for anyone seeking inspiration and empowerment.
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