WSL Desk
Actor Huma Qureshi marked her literary debut with the launch of her novel Zeba: An Accidental Superhero at Fairmont Jaipur, a venue known for its regal elegance and cultural grandeur. The event, held at the hotel’s Zui venue, drew a select gathering for an afternoon dedicated to storytelling, dialogue, and literary exploration.
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In Conversation: Storytelling, Strength, and Zeba
The launch featured an engaging conversation between Qureshi and journalist-author Tabeenah Anjum Qureshi, who moderated the session. Their discussion offered insights into the making of Zeba, a character shaped by inner contradictions, quiet strength, and an understated defiance. Set against the royal backdrop of the Fairmont, the conversation brought the narrative to life, capturing the audience with its depth and nuance.
Guest of Honour Ms. Vinnie Kakkar lent her presence to the occasion, which was followed by an elegant brunch. The afternoon blended cultural exchange with culinary refinement, reflecting the spirit of the novel—a story that celebrates courage in its many forms.
Rajat Sethi, General Manager of Fairmont Jaipur, said, “The novel’s voice is one of strength and subtlety—much like its author—and Fairmont Jaipur is proud to have been the setting where this remarkable story was shared for the first time. We continue to embrace moments that celebrate thought, culture, and creative evolution.”
Vishal Mathur of Consultants LLP remarked, “With Zeba: An Accidental Superhero, Huma Qureshi crafts a protagonist who reflects the layered spirit of our times. This debut is fearless in form and feeling, and being part of this beginning has been deeply fulfilling. It is a story that will resonate—and endure.”
The event stood not just as a book launch but as a celebration of narrative power and personal reinvention. With Zeba, Qureshi steps into the literary space with authenticity and conviction, bringing a fresh voice that is poised to resonate with readers across generations.
