September 27: Adult romance fiction stories are a genre that is in the nascent stages of its development. In a short time, authors have taken the liberty to explore it in different ways and hence, the product created every time is bot interesting, exciting and has an impact more than the work written earlier in the same genre. While it may bother the readers on moralistic grounds, yet it excites them closely and invites them to read more. The book “Cold Cock” (https://www.amazon.in/dp/9354463908) by Mukul Ranjan has a title that would give out multiple meanings and interpretations to the readers yet, the exciting yet seemingly paradoxical placement of words hypes the imagination altogether.
The author, Mukul Ranjan is a director and screenwriter in the Hindi film industry. His origins lie in Bihar’s Madhubani district. He is a humanities graduate from Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University. Later he took his Master’s degree in Journalism from Mumbai University. Journalism was not his calling as he considers himself primarily a raconteur. He started his career as a screenwriter with a Hindi film. He has written and directed several movies, documentaries and TV shows. Singing, travelling and working towards sustainable living are his hobbies. Cold Cock is his debut novel.
“Cold Clock” is a story revolving around adult life situations and the television industry. Ranjan explores all that goes behind the glitz and glamor and the limelight in the lives of people. While for many readers, the book may appear to be attracting them instantly, some may find their moral values being hit upon time and again. But one thing remains undeniable, the flavor of reality that the author enriches the book with. He does this in an unabashed and fearless manner which makes the book all the more relevant and meaningful in the light of today’s writing which is not merely a fragment of reality but the whole of it. Therefore, when the readers find the book featuring few sensual and adult scenes, it is all acceptable naturally and makes absolute sense. Thus, “Cold Clock” published by Evincepub Publishing (https://evincepub.com/) is a good read for someone who likes reading not just adult stories but also content which bears strong impressions of reality and is true to life.
As the story of “Cold Cock” begins, the readers notice how the world of acting and creating an artificial reality begin from the first step, when a person is stepping into the field. They can clearly see how these events unfold and ultimately revolve around a single reality through the protagonist, Dakshina and her life. Through the discussion between Swapan, Dakshina, Ram Charittar and other members, the readers also get to know about how things conspire and how events unfold in the glamour industry. They get to know what happens behind closed doors and how decisions are made. At the same time, the author also hints at the power or vulnerability a woman faces in the world which is more or less dominated by men and how it is a challenge to stay strong without letting emotions get the best out of a person. The book is written through Dakshina telling her own story through her pen. She comes out of every difficult situation stronger. In the world of men in television industry she manages to do her best and mark her own place. She breaks free of the strings that the author creates and emerges with a different identity altogether. She introduces herself not just as a rebel but also the one who is bent on making a difference and living life on her terms. It requires tremendous courage but overall, her fearlessness is what wins her the favor of the readers in no time. Through the discussions and dialogues, the readers also get to know many facts about the television industry and the secrets which would otherwise remain hidden.
As the language of the book is simple anyone can understand the book easily. The author has written the book in a slow-paced style. The book is a good read for young girls who want to make their career in journalism and advertising as the story of Dakshina is an inspiring one as to how she handles varied situations of her life. The protagonist, Dakshina always moves ahead and thinks of solutions more than excuses and problems. This also shows her abilities to think out of the box and make an impact just by the correct use of brains. Dakshina also discusses porn movies without any shame in her eyes and guilt in her heart with all the people because she was determined to rise high in all the aspects of her life. For her, nothing is a social taboo, rather a part of life. This kind of attitude helps her think openly and with a mindset much broader than her counterparts, whether males or females.
Sanjay and Mynah are other characters of significance in the story. They are of a very sound understanding and both help Dakshina a lot in her all adventures. They guide her when she is wrong and support her when she feels demotivated. The story has so many ups and downs that a reader would feel overwhelming yet exciting. The author has maintained the suspense till the end of the story and the story gets more and more interesting gradually with each page. Overall, it can be said that the readers who want to read content based strongly on reality should try reading “Cold Cock” by Mukul Ranjan.
