Shobha De, a renowned author and columnist is a pioneer in contemporary Indian literature, known for her gripping narratives that dissect the complexities of urban life amidst glitz and glamour. Born Shobha Rajadhyaksha on January 7, 1948, into a Saraswat Brahmin family in Maharashtra, she emerged as a notable figure in the Indian literary scene. After completing her education in Psychology at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, she ventured into journalism, carving a path that would see her become an influential columnist and editor. De’s career began in modeling, but her true calling lay in writing, as evident from her founding and editing of esteemed magazines like Stardust, Society, and Celebrity.
She remains an important social commentator and opinion shaper, with regular columns in The Times of India, The Asian Age and The Week. With an impressive presence on social media, she has 2.5 m followers on Twitter, and 160 lakh on Instagram, hers is a voice that resonates and connects with millions of citizens. Not confined to print, De also left her mark on Indian television, scripting for iconic shows like “Swabhimaan” and hosting the popular program “Power Trip.” Her latest endeavor, “Insatiable,” is a candid memoir chronicling the year leading up to her seventy-fifth birthday. In this introspective work, De explores themes of aging, relationships, and the profound connections fostered through food. From her gastronomic escapades across India to intimate conversations with luminaries, “Insatiable” promises readers an insightful and mouthwatering journey through life’s banquet of experiences.