Archive · 13 Jan 2026
Durjoy Datta on Writing, Social Media, and Critical Validation
Durjoy Datta, a famous author, had a book signing event in Mumbai.
He talked about how he loves writing romance but also wants to write thrillers and fantasy.
He said writing fantasy in India is hard because people expect it to be based on Hindu myths.
He also shared that he feels uncomfortable on Instagram and doesn't like making reels.
He thinks books are more meaningful than social media posts.
Durjoy admitted he has never gotten critical praise for his books and questions its importance.
He believes in being true to himself in his writing.
Durjoy Datta held a book signing event in Mumbai, discussing his writing journey and challenges.
He expressed a desire to write fantasy and thrillers but finds genre expectations restrictive in India.
Datta shared his discomfort with Instagram and the pressure to create viral content.
He criticized the influencer culture, stating it's not as glamorous as it seems.
Datta avoids writing about modern dating apps, finding them inauthentic to his style.
- Who
- Durjoy Datta, bestselling author
- What
- Book signing event and discussion on writing, social media, and critical validation
- When
- Event details not specified
- Where
- Mumbai bookstore
- Why
- To promote his books and engage with readers
- Author
- Durjoy Datta
- Event
- Book signing in Mumbai
- Unfulfilled Dream
- Writing a fantasy novel
- Social Media
- Critical Validation
- Never received, questions its value
- Writing Focus
- Romance, but wants to explore other genres
- Social Media Content
- Feels uncomfortable with trends and reels
- Dating in Books
- Avoids modern dating apps, finds them inauthentic