With a fine background of advertising and films, where creativity takes a center stage, Shubhan Balvally has now carved a niche for himself as an Author. After years of contributing to the success of renowned agencies like CLARION, R.K Swamy/BBDO, CHAITRA LEO-BURNETT, LINTAS and EVEREST Advertising, he retired to pursue his true passion—writing. With five novels already under his belt and a sixth one up his sleeve, Shubhan is now enchanting readers with his unique mix of science fiction and murder mystery tales.
Shubhan Balvally’s novels have been bestowed with numerous prestigious awards. He was honored with the Glantor x Nations Choice Award for “100 Rising Author and Educationist” and the FoxClues India Prime Awards for “India’s Top 100 Authors 2022.” His debut novel, “Arihant – Revenge Par Excellence,” received the esteemed “Best Plot Creation” award, while his second-to-last novel, “Noctambulism – Flood of Blood,” earned him the title of “Author of the Year – Fiction” by Ukiyoto Publishing. Shubhan’s accolades extend to the NE8x® Litfest, where he triumphed in various categories. Most recently, he was bestowed with the “Inspiring Indians (Author) 2023” award by NE8x®/BharatGuild, reiterating his position as a highly regarded author in the industry.
As a versatile writer, Shubhan Balvally has showcased his storytelling talent across different genres. His initial venture, “The Arihant Trilogy,” comprised of “Arihant – Revenge Par Excellence,” “Arihant Resurrected – A New Breed of Patriots,” and “Arihant Dehumanized – Battlefield Vertex,” all of which masterfully explored the world of science fiction. Subsequently, he took a captivating detour into the realm of murder mysteries with “Noctambulism – Flood of Blood.” The success of his murder mystery encouraged Shubhan to write its sequel, “Flood of Blood 2 – Bloodhounds Rising.” which got him rave reviews in the literary world. All of Shubhan’s novels are available as e-books and paperbacks on platforms like Amazon Kindle, Notion Press, Flipkart, and Barnes & Noble.
Shubhan Balvally’s literary journey extends beyond the boundaries of India. His novels have received international acclaim, earning rave reviews from both Indian and international book critics. Two of his works, “Arihant” and “Noctambulism,” were officially selected and recommended at the Diorama International Film Festival and Market held in New Delhi in December 2022. This international recognition further substantiates Shubhan’s ability to captivate readers from varied backgrounds with his enthralling narratives.
