Nagnath S. Inamdar (1923–2002) was an Indian novelist in the Marathi language whose career spanned almost five decades.
Career Inamdar was born in a village in Satara district of Maharashtra, India. He rose from humble beginnings to establish himself as one of India's best novelists. He was a prominent figure in Marathi literature.
Works Inamdar wrote sixteen historical novels, the most prominent of which are
Shahenshah - 1970 Raau - 1972 Jhunja Rajeshri Shikasta Mantravegala Jhep
He also wrote his autobiography spanning three volumes. In 2015, his novel Rau was adapted into an Indian historical epic film titled Bajirao Mastani, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Death Inamdar died on 16 October 2002 at his residence in Pune, aged 79. He is survived by his wife and a daughter.
Awards and recognition 1997 - presided over Marathi Sahitya Sammelan in Ahmednagar
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