![]() The novel opens as Ram is being arrested and taken to the local police precinct. The novel's themes include compassion, perseverance, courage against impossible odds, and the true definition of “smart.” Set in Mumbai, the novel follows Ram Mohammad Thomas, who is an orphan his name represents the three religions his parents may have practiced: Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity. Since 2008, Q&A is often sold as Slumdog Millionaire, though the novel has several major plot and character differences from the movie. ![]() ![]() Slumdog Millionaire, by Indian author and diplomat Vikas Swarup, follows the rags-to-riches story of an Indian teenager who becomes a millionaire by winning a version of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire.” Swarup published the novel in 2005 with the title Q&A, to reflect the trivia show that reverses the poor boy’s fortune, but the story is far more recognizable by the title of the adapted movie Slumdog Millionaire (2008), which was a surprise blockbuster and major winner at the Oscars. ![]()
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