Vishwas Patil
Vishwas Patil is an acclaimed Marathi novelist, historian, and Sahitya Akademi award-winning writer, celebrated for his powerful storytelling and meticulous research. Known for weaving history and fiction seamlessly, his works vividly bring to life the social, political, and human dimensions of India’s past and present.
His landmark novels, such as Panipat, Jhadajhadati, Zadazadati (on slum demolitions), and Chandramukhi, have not only won him literary acclaim but also wide readership beyond Marathi literature. Patil’s books often explore themes of struggle, displacement, and the resilience of the human spirit, earning him recognition as one of the most significant contemporary voices in Indian literature.
At BBLF 2025, Vishwas Patil offers his insights on blending history, narrative, and social commentary to create literature that resonates across generations
