Kalki

Kalki R. Krishnamurthy (1899–1954) is the most beloved historical novelist in Tamil. He wrote the epic Ponniyin Selvan.

About Kalki Krishnamurthy

He wrote under the pen name Kalki. He was a novelist, journalist and freedom activist. In 1941 he co-founded the famous Kalki magazine. He wrote over 120 short stories and several novels.

Kalki brought Tamil history alive. Ponniyin Selvan tells of the Cholas. Sivagamiyin Sapatham covers the Pallava age. Alai Osai won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1956. It was the first Tamil novel to do so.

Where to start

New to Kalki? Start with his sweeping historical novels in our Tamil Classics collection.

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Kalki Krishnamurthy நூல்கள் — ஸீரோ டிகிரி பப்ளிஷிங்கிடமிருந்து ஆன்லைனில் ஆர்டர் செய்யுங்கள்; இந்தியா முழுவதும் டெலிவரி.

Frequently asked questions

Are Kalki's books available in Tamil?

Yes. Browse the Kalki editions we publish here. Order online across India.

Did Kalki win any awards?

Yes. Alai Osai won the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1956.