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Shantaram is a novel of epic proportions written by Gregory David Roberts. It tells the story of his break from a Melbourne prison in Australia and escape to New Zealand followed by India where much of the novel is set. In India he lives in the slums of Bombay and opens a medal clinic. After a harrowing experience of getting caught and spending time in an Indian prison he becomes involved with the local mafia.

2nd May 2006

Johnny Depp beas Russell Crowe to movie rights

Gregory Roberts was in Mumbai talking about the upcoming movie version of his novel, Shantaram.

“I had this connection with Johnny Depp long before the auctions for the distribution. He has a lot of Indian friends. The way he spoke about them has made me realise that he was the best actor who could bring that love to the film,” Roberts said.

Roberts is currently working on a sequel to his hugely successful novel.

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