Debut author Prakhar Vishwani delivers a wildly entertaining, genre-bending story that a perfect mix of romance, comedy, family drama and suspense into one unforgettable journey across India.
Vir Malhotra has loved Vani Mehra all his life. Now, against all odds, he’s about to marry her aboard the opulent Maharaja Express, a moving palace that will host their week-long, multi-city wedding celebration. But there’s one problem: Vani doesn’t love him. Not yet.
So, Vir makes a deal: if he can win her heart before the train reaches its final destination, the wedding goes ahead. If not, he walks away.
As the Maharaja Express keeps moving, the dreamy destination wedding soon becomes a runaway train for family drama. Exes show up uninvited. Blackmail, ego clashes over regressive traditions and betrayals disrupt the celebrations. Then, after one explosive night, a guest is found dead. With the train derailed and no one allowed to leave, every passenger becomes a suspect. On the Maharaja Express, love is a gamble, and someone is willing to kill to win.
Fast-paced, cinematic, and sharply observant, Wedding on the Maharaja Express captures the spectacle and absurdity of modern Indian weddings through a distinctly Gen Z lens where love, identity, tradition, and rebellion collide.
Perfect for readers who enjoy the opulence of Crazy Rich Asians, the intrigue of Knives Out, and the biting social dynamics of The White Lotus, this is a story that promises glamour, chaos—and a killer twist.
About the Author
Prakhar Vishwani is a writer and director who likes telling stories but hates calling himself a storyteller. Born in Agra to a family of doctors, he once found himself in Kota preparing for medical school, where he quickly realized he was far more interested in dissecting characters than cadavers. This detour led him to a film school in Mumbai; the city he now calls home. Over the past several years, Prakhar has directed ads, films, and non-fiction shows for brands and platforms across India. Wedding on the Maharaja Express is his debut novel and, statistically speaking, his best so far.
The official release for the book is in May 2026
