Rounaak Shiv, writing under the pen name ‘Andhuvan’, launched the Tamil edition of his debut historical novel, Aazhikondan – Part 1 (ஆழிகொண்டான் – பெருங்கடல்களை வென்ற பெருவேந்தன் இராஜேந்திர சோழன் பகுதி 1), at Crossword Bookstore, Express Avenue Mall, Chennai. Published by the renowned Vanathi Pathipagam, the novel has been rendered in Tamil by Dr. K.V.S. A Class XII student, Rounaak’s fascination with history began with stories narrated by his grandmother Ambuja paati and grew through his reading of Kalki and his exploration of Chola history, inscriptions and heritage. Speaking at the launch, Rounaak Shiv (Andhuvan) said, “Ponniyin Selvan introduced generations of readers to the extraordinary world of Arulmozhivarman. About Vanathi Pathipagam: Established in Chennai, Vanathi Pathipagam is one of Tamil Nadu’s longstanding and respected publishing houses.