Quick Info
| Profession | Author, Journalist |
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| Nationality | Indian-Australian |
| Date of Birth | 23/10/1974 |
| Age | 51 years |
| Birthplace | Madras (now Chennai), Tamil Nadu, India |
Latest News about Aravind Adiga
01/01/2025
Aravind Adiga's debut novel 'The White Tiger', which won the Man Booker Prize in 2008, is confirmed to be adapted for a major film production. The adaptation is expected to bring renewed global attention to Adiga's work and the story of an Indian taxi driver who rises from poverty.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous For | Being the winner of the 2008 Man Booker prize for his novel 'The White Tiger.' |
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| Full Name | Aravind Adiga |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Current Residence | Mumbai, India |
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Career
| Notable works | The White Tiger |
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Social Media
| Website | https://www.aravindadiga.com |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Aravind Adiga won the Man Booker Prize for fiction in 2008 with his debut novel, 'The White Tiger.' | |
| 2. He received his early education in Mangalore and continued his studies in the United States and the United Kingdom. | |
| 3. Before gaining recognition as an author, Adiga worked as a financial journalist. | |
| 4. He was the fourth Indian-born author to win the Man Booker Prize. | |
| 5. He interviewed Donald Trump in 2003. | |
| 6. He severed ties with his literary agent, William Morris Agency, in 2008 after winning the Booker Prize. | |
| 7. His novel 'The White Tiger' is currently being adapted for the big screen. | |
| 8. He is a resident of Mumbai, India. |