Book Title: What the What
Author: Nipun Jain & Mohit Mamoria (Creators of Arey Pata hai)
Illustrations: Parth Verma
Publisher: Hachette India
Type: Paperback
No of Pages: 262
Recommended Age: 10-100 years!! (yes, EVERYONE!). Publisher’s recommendation is 12/13 years+
This review has been written by my 12 year old daughter Ayesha.
Ever stumbled on a video with 2 people playing the spray game where the facts are so bizzare that you stop, laugh and say “What the… WHAT?!”. Then you must be watching one of the videos of “Arey Pata Hai”. And this book my fellow readers is just the print copy of the same roller-coaster which the authors Nipun Jain and Mohit Mamoria trap you with – a curiosity carnival, a trivia treasure chest, and a cheeky reminder that the world is far stranger (and funnier) than we think.
Now let’s come to the point:
Its content and style
- From everyday oddities (like Why do Onions make you cry?) to mind-bending historical trivia (like Why is Monalisa so famous?), the book makes knowledge stick because it’s surprising and fun.
- Quizzes, puzzles, and riddles break the monotony, turning passive reading into active engagement.
- The tone is also very casual, humorous, and conversational—true to the Arey Pata Hai vibe that made Nipun and Mohit popular online.
- The quirky illustrations in all pages make the book a fun read too.
There is one thing that I REALLY LOVE ABOUT THIS BOOK that is it solves a huge problem! How to learn without feeling like you’re studying. And after hours of exam prep, the last thing you want is another boring and a fact-stuffed book with only knowledge and zero fun, NO THANK YOU! But this book flips the script— it is rewriting the facts with its quirky format, riddles, games, and bite-sized trivia, it transforms curiosity into leisure. Every single page feels like a surprise party for your brain packed with odd and surprising facts about everyday things written in the duos signature conversation style proving that knowledge can be fun, interactive, and endlessly engaging.
Now coming to the Final Verdict…
What the What?! is a total game changer in the world of trivia books. It proves that knowledge doesn’t have to be boring. It can be playful, surprising, and very addictive. Whether you’re winding down after exams or just looking for a spark of curiosity, this book delivers joy on every page.
Rating: ★★★★★ (I wish I could go ♾ out of 5)
Best For: Anyone who wants to learn while laughing, puzzling, and saying “What the WHAT?!”.
It’s a must read for EVERYONE. Asha aunty, you too!
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