Vishnu M C is an officer in the Fire & Rescue Services (Government of Kerala), an acclaimed Malayalam author, and a dynamic scriptwriter. Combining real-world valor from public service with a vibrant creative imagination, his craft spans short stories, novels, motion picture screenplays, poetry, and reflective blogs.
His professional career in the Government of Kerala's Fire & Rescue Services equips him with first-hand experience in crisis response, tactical discipline, and frontline heroism. This real-world foundation infuses his writing with authentic tension, emotional resonance, and a deep appreciation for human resilience under pressure.
He is the author of the celebrated Kanthamalacharitham Trilogy—comprising Akhinathante Nidhi, Arolakkadinte Rahasyam, and Yuddhakandam—published by Era Books Publication, Venjaramoodu. His short story anthology Panchami Petta Panthirukulam was published by KANFED under the Kerala Bhasha Institute. Furthermore, his published short fiction includes Palayanam in Fire Service Magazine and Njan Priyadarshini Trivedi in Moolyashruthi Magazine.
കാന്തമല ചരിതം — A bestselling three-part novel series blending ancient history, mythology, and thrilling adventure.
The Kanthamalacharitham trilogy emerges as an extraordinary exemplar of 'meta-fiction,' a literary genre seldom explored within the rich tapestry of Indian literature. This masterfully crafted narrative, rooted in the action-adventure genre, artfully intertwines elements of historical fiction, mythological lore, speculative science fiction, and intriguingly woven conspiracy theories. While Sabarimala—the revered Hindu pilgrimage epicentre—serves as the trilogy's spiritual fulcrum, the expansive world of Kanthamala transcends geographical confines, resonating universally across cultures and epochs. Thus, Kanthamalacharitham promises to enthral fiction aficionados worldwide with its compelling, boundary-defying narrative.
When documentary filmmaker Mithun sets out to capture the forbidden sanctuary of Kanthamala, he uncovers an ancient conspiracy intertwining Western Ghats guardians with Amenhotep IV's banished Egyptian empire.
Centuries collide in the impenetrable rainforest of Arolakkadu. As ancient temples reveal gateways to the sands of Amarna in 1352 BC, the secret of the Stone of Life draws multinational covert forces into conflict.
The grand confrontation across time. Chera and Pandya naval fleets, suicide armies, and cosmic energy converge on Athishtam Island during a 180-second red lunar eclipse that determines the cosmic equilibrium.
Explore Vishnu M C's published novels, short story collections, official journal features, and popular audiobooks.
A flagship Malayalam mythic-thriller novel trilogy comprising Akhinathante Nidhi, Arolakkadinte Rahasyam, and Yuddhakandam. Interweaving Sabarimala lore, Egyptian history, Chera inscriptions, and time travel mechanics.
A celebrated short story collection published by KANFED under the prestigious Kerala Bhasha Institute, exploring rich Kerala cultural heritage, folklore, human resilience, and emotional depth.
An evocative short story published in the official Fire Service Magazine (April 2020 issue), exploring themes of displacement, courage, and human perseverance.
An intriguing short story featured in Moolyashruthi Magazine (August 2019 issue), delving into modern human identity, psychological depth, and emotional narratives.
Premier Malayalam audiobook drama series adaptation on Kuku FM & Storytel with celebrity narration by Aswathy Sreekanth, captivating over 421,000+ listeners.
"ഓരോ ദ്രാവിഡന്റേയും ഉള്ളിൽ തറഞ്ഞ കേൾവിയാണ് അയ്യപ്പചരിതം. കെട്ടുകഥകളും, കേട്ടകഥകളും, തോറ്റങ്ങളും, ചരിത്രരേഖകളും സാധ്യതകളാക്കി, ഒരു സാഹസികൻ്റെ മനസ്സോടെ വിഷ്ണു കഥയുടെ മലകൾ കയറുന്നു. എന്നും തിരികെ വിളിക്കുന്ന കാടകങ്ങളിൽ തെളിയുന്ന ജ്യോതിസ്സുകളും ആകാശം കാക്കുന്ന ഗരുഡനുമൊപ്പം പുരാതനമായ മറവികളെ വായനയുടെ മുടിയിലേറ്റുന്നു. ഇനിയും ഒരു നൂറു കഥകൾ കണ്ടെത്താൻ പടികൾ ഉയരെയുണ്ട്. ഇത് വിഷ്ണുവിൻ്റെ ഭാവനയുടെ പെരുവിരലടയാളം."
"It is rare to see such a well written and well researched thriller in Malayalam. This deserves a blockbuster film."
"Being a bad book reader, finally I found a book that excites me from start to end."
"ഭൗതിക ജീവിതത്തിന്റെ കാമനകളും അധികാരത്തിന്റെ ആസക്തിയും ആത്മീയതയുടെ ഔന്നിത്യവും എല്ലാം ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്ന അനവധി കഥാപാത്രങ്ങൾ ഇതിൽ തിളങ്ങി നിൽക്കുന്നു."
"കഥയിൽ കടന്ന് നായകനായ മിഥുന്റെ ഒപ്പം കാന്തമലയാത്ര ആരംഭിച്ചപ്പോൾ പലയിടത്തും പലവട്ടം ശബരിമലക്കാട് കയറിയിറങ്ങിയ ഓർമ്മകൾ ഒരുതരം സ്പേഷ്യോ ടെംപൊറൽ ലൂപ്പ് പോലെ അനുഭവപ്പെടുന്നു."
"Akhinathante Nidhi and Arolakkadinte Rahasyam stand out for their daring world-building. A fast-paced mythic thriller that respects authentic history."
"A masterpiece of speculative fiction in Malayalam. The scale of the trilogy—from Kerala's ancient forests to Akhenaten's Egypt—is unlike anything seen in contemporary Indian fiction."
Malayalam literature’s pioneer shared storytelling universe—a groundbreaking collaborative world bringing together multiple authors to create interconnected sagas across fantasy, horror, mythology, and dystopian sci-fi.
Era Universe is the first shared universe in Malayalam literature, bringing together multiple writers to create one interconnected world of stories. Unlike traditional standalone novels, Era Universe works as a collaborative storytelling platform, where different authors contribute their own unique narratives while staying seamlessly connected within a single universe.
Characters, events, and ancient mysteries cross over between stories, gradually revealing a larger unified storyline. Blending dark fantasy, horror, deep mythology, dystopian survival, and archaeological science fiction, Era Universe grants each writer creative freedom while maintaining a strong canonical spine. Published by Era Books Publications, Era Universe stands as a multi-author cinematic universe in literature, with plans to expand into feature films, web series, anime, and visual storytelling.
Discover the novels and sagas that expand the interconnected Era lore
Documentary filmmaker Mithun's search for the forbidden sanctuary of Kanthamala unravels a 3,000-year mystery linking ancient Kerala to Pharaoh Akhenaten's banished sun worship.
Ancient rainforest gateways connect to 1352 BC Amarna, drawing international covert operations into a battle over the legendary Stone of Life.
The climax of the Kanthamala saga—Chera and Pandya naval fleets, suicide squads, and cosmic anomalies collide on Athishtam Island during a 180-second lunar eclipse.
A gripping futuristic survival odyssey following desperate refugees and scavengers navigating hostile landscapes within the shared Era world.
An unsettling dark fantasy tale uncovering sinister rituals, arcane secrets, and the rise of Martha across interconnected realms.
A high-stakes quest to uncover forgotten ancient medical science, legendary remedies, and cosmic secrets hidden deep in Magartha.
Chronicles of the ancient origins and primal foundations that set into motion key events across the Era Universe line.
Explore featured profile interviews, literary reviews, and in-depth press coverage of Vishnu M C's works across major national publications.
A comprehensive literary feature in Malayala Manorama reviewing Vishnu M C's debut novel *Akhinathante Nidhi*. Highlighting its bold combination of 3,000-year-old Pamba Valley heritage, Pharaoh Akhenaten's banished sun worship, and fast-paced speculative storytelling.
An extensive author conversation in Malayala Manorama discussing the genesis of the *Kanthamalacharitham* trilogy, balancing frontline firefighter duties with late-night novel writing, and building an epic multi-part universe.
Exclusive profile feature and interview detailing Vishnu M C's journey across literature, screenwriting ambitions, fire service heroism, and the completion of his monumental speculative novel series.
Critically acclaimed feature by Mathrubhumi Books evaluating the novel series' scale, intricate plot architecture, historical grounding, and cinematic screenplay readiness.
Watch televised interviews, podcasts, book launch broadcasts, and media discussions featuring author Vishnu M C.
Connect directly for book inquiries, film & OTT adaptation rights, screenwriting collaborations, or literary appearances.
Kanthamala Saga and individual novel IP available for cinematic, OTT mini-series, and animation feature adaptation negotiations.
Original screenplay writing, high-stakes scene construction, character arc development, and dramatic pacing for feature films.
English, Hindi, and regional language rights representation and distribution partnerships.
