New Delhi is all set to host an evening where literature shall enlighten the chilly dusk of November. A much-anticipated literary event is about to grace Delhi as a passionate author and business leader, Nelofar Currimbhoy, launches her latest novel, Tara – The Dream Chaser. Scheduled on 11 November 2025, at the Bikaner House, this event is being organized in collaboration with Rupa Publications. Nelofar is noted for her eclectic and emotionally rich storytelling, which propounds the journey of a modern-day heroin who entailed a thrilling experience from breaking free from a royal cage and getting exposed to the chaotic freedom of Bombay. Notably, the book has already earned universal critical acclaim.
A Celebration Marked by Words, Voices, and Artistry
A very thoughtful step is presented by the organizers, as the attendees will be greeted with a special book reading session by the celebrated veteran actor Kabir Bedi. This is not his first interaction with Nelofar’s literary work, as he previously used his voice to narrate the verses of the verse novella Eyes of the Healer, intended for a dance drama by Muzaffar Ali. This reading session shall be followed by an immersive conversation with the author herself, where she will be imparting insights on the creative process undertaken by her to fulfill the journey of creating this book. The event does not end here; it also includes an audio-visual presentation highlighting the author’s distinguished literary journey. The whole event shall sum up with an exclusive book signing session, where people will get to greet the author personally.
Desire and Defiance
Tara- The Dream Chaser is a novel that dives into the life of Tara, a woman born into Rajput royalty who realizes that the extravagance of her life and lineage is nothing more than a prison put under the banner of royalty. Critics and early readers have extensively praised the novel for its persistent depiction of strong sentiments, such as emotional neglect, rigid tradition, and the complex choices a woman must make to claim her own life. The narrative follows Tara’s desperation to escape from a loveless, controlling marriage, which finally leads her to Mumbai. It is here in the city of dreams that Tara initiates her journey of self-discovery and healing. In the course of this tale, Tara encounters two men representing two juxtaposing paths and leaves a mark on her story. The first man is Kabir, a Bengali-French photographer who offers genuine solace, and the second one is Vivan Mehta, Bollywood’s irresistible ‘golden boy,’ who embodies passion and risk. The novel does not comfort the readers by providing easy answers, and rather exposes one’s mind to dilemmas like duty Vs desire, and freedom Vs self-restraint.
Event Details
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Book | Tara – The Dream Chaser (Novel) |
| Author | Nelofar Currimbhoy |
| Date | November 11, 2025 |
| Time | 6:00 PM onwards |
| Venue | Bikaner House, New Delhi |
| Key Highlights | Reading by Kabir Bedi, Author Talk, AV Presentation, Book Signing |
| Publisher | Rupa Publications |
Key Highlights
- Launch event at Bikaner House, one of Delhi’s major cultural venues
- Dramatic live reading by Kabir Bedi
- Behind-the-scenes audio-visual insight into Currimbhoy’s writing journey
- Tara – The Dream Chaser, selected by multiple literary festivals
- Praise from Muzaffar Ali, Vinita Dawra Nangia, and early critics
- Continues Currimbhoy’s tradition of blending emotional depth with narrative elegance
The Author
Nelofar Currimbhoy is widely recognised as the President of the Shahnaz Husain Group of Companies, but her literary endeavors have risen steadily over the past decade. From her writings, it is quite clear that Nelofar, as a person, is steeply intuitive as she seamlessly combines both intimate and pragmatic themes in a very compelling way. Flame – The Inspiring Life of My Mother was her debut book, which tapped into the extraordinary journey of the beauty icon Shahnaz Husain. This book was both a commercial and cultural hit, with over 50,000 copies sold. It was also translated into Malayalam and Hindi.
Her second book, the verse novella Eyes of the Healer, offered an exploration of healing and metamorphosis. It was adapted into a dance drama by filmmaker Muzaffar Ali, and narration by Kabir Bedi. And finally, Tara – The Dream Chaser, published by Rupa, is her most recent and ambitious work yet. This book has been selected by major literary forums such as the Bangalore Literature Festival (for the panel “Exceptional Heroines”) and Dehradun’s Valley of Words Festival, with discussions underway for the Kolkata Literary Festival. In the words of the renowned filmmaker Muzaffar Ali, “The story stayed with me long after I finished. It pulls the reader into a range of emotions, love, passion, and mortal weaknesses. It has a cinematic quality I recognise. An unforgettable read, I highly recommend!“
Takeaway
Nelofar Currimbhoy’s stories go beyond the quality of being a spectacle to view something; it is more intensely rooted in emotional quotient. The narrative graces themes like courage, defiance, and is a reflective device for stories of women narrated by a woman. The book launch at Bikaner House dictates the arrival of a novel that will likely travel far beyond its first reading.
