The Absurdity of Existence: A Search by V.M. Bashir  'Birthday' as an expression of absurd realism"

Author(s)	Mr Ajendra Singh Bhadoriya
Country	India
Abstract	V.M. Basheer was a renowned Malayalam writer known for storytelling in Indian literature. He was known for his realistic and humane approach. Birthdays (Birthday). It is a story originally written in Malayalam, narrated from an autobiographical point of view. This research paper was written by V.M. Absurd-Realism, highlighting themes in Bashir's short story "Birthday", exploring how the principles of narrative are embodied, and the philosophy of the absurd. Through a critical analysis of the story's non-linear narrative structure, fragmented characters, and illogical events, this study demonstrates how Bashir employs absurd elements to highlight the inherent meaninglessness and uncertainty of human existence. Their stories depict the lives and struggles of common people. Her Story "Birthday" Clearly illustrates many elements of existentialism, which align with Albert Camus's concept of absurdity. This research demonstrates how "Birthday" challenges traditional notions of reality and identity, a profound commentary on the human condition. Introduction.
Keywords	V.M. Basheer, Absurd-Realism, Existentialism, Indian Literature, Meaninglessness, Ordinary People, Absurd Philosophy.
Field	Sociology > Linguistic / Literature
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 6, November-December 2025
Published On	2025-11-17
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i06.60925

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