Ranjit Kulkarni

Ranjit Kulkarni writes about people you might meet every day – colleagues, neighbors, friends at the café – and turns their ordinary moments into extraordinary stories. He is the creator of the much-loved characters Jigneshbhai and Swami, whose humorous coffee conversations blend laughter with gentle wisdom.

Born and raised in Mumbai, Ranjit grew up in the bustle of urban India. An alumnus of NIT Warangal and IIM Lucknow, he spent nearly 25 years as a corporate executive before taking up writing. His background in the real world of work and life fuels his writing, giving it both authenticity and relatability.

Through his collections – from the Jigneshbhai & Swami series to the short stories about everyday life – Ranjit transforms the seemingly routine into narratives filled with humor, reflection, and heart.

His stories have appeared in national and international literary journals and anthologies. Today, he lives in Bangalore, continuing to explore everyday life through the eyes of Jigneshbhai and Swami and his characters.

👉 Explore his books and join these journeys — from coffee conversations to short stories.