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Kiran Desai

Kiran Desai Net Worth

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Kiran Desai's net worth is currently estimated at $2M in 2026.

Net Worth Over Time

$0M$0.5M$1M$1.5M$2M199820052010201520202026

Net Worth Timeline

1998$0.1MC

Debut Novel *Hullabaloo in Guava Orchard*

Publishes her first novel, gaining initial recognition.

2006$0.5M+400%A

*The Inheritance of Loss* Prize

Wins the Man Booker Prize, achieving international fame and acclaim.

2007$0.7M+40%A

National Book Critics Award

Receives further recognition for her prize-winning novel.

2013$1M+43%B

Guggenheim Fellowship

Awarded a prestigious fellowship, supporting her writing endeavors.

2018$1.5M+50%B

Ongoing Literary Contributions

Continues to write and contribute to the literary landscape.

2026$2M+33%B

Celebrated Author, Literary Influence

Desai remains a highly regarded author with a lasting influence on literature.

Last updated: February 25, 2026