Supriya's Banter
Mr. Joshi’s Bride
Author: Vani Kaushal
Publisher: Vishwakarma Publications; First Edition (22 October 2024); Vishwakarma Publications
Language: English
Paperback: 217 pages
A Bollywood rom‑com wrapped in NRI life—bright, breezy, and full of family flavour.
Parshuraman “Parshu” Joshi, the ideal NRI bachelor: well-educated, well-placed and settled in Canada, finds himself pegged right at the centre of matchmaking fever back home in India. His family—grandma, aunt, sister—has him lined up with an endless parade of potential brides, hoping he’ll marry before “he finds himself a gori.” But Parshu has other ideas, especially when his Mumbai colleague Jennifer Graham enters the scene.
The charm of the book lies in its playful pacing. It’s familiar, bustling, and just a little chaotic. Each blind date is a colourful, jaunty ride. There’s a quirky bride with secrets, pushy in-laws and aunties playing matchmaker with gusto. Parshu stumbles through expectations with a mix of confusion and charm. You can’t help but root for him. Parshu is funny, a bit lost, and grouchy most of the time, but still lovable. Jennifer brings her own spark—her “fireball” energy definitely adds zing to the mix. The supporting cast is equally vibrant. Parshu’s sister Ragini, grandma, and aunt Parvati—they serve just the right condiments to spice the story.
Kaushal writes in a smooth, conversational style. She nails the cultural quirks: the pressure, the family-led scouting missions, the awkward proposals. But not without subtly underlining the satire or leading it to hilarious consequences.
The story concludes with Parshu finding himself amid the whirlwind of expectations, traditions, and surprises.
Predictable at places, but one that keeps you hooked till the very end.
If you’re in the mood for a light, feel‑good read with a dash of romance, cultural banter, and family hilarity, this one’s your ticket.
