The Mutual Fund Manifesto
Master the principles, strategies, and expert insights needed to build lasting wealth through mutual fund investing in India.
The Mutual Fund
Manifesto
By Tenhash
Official launch on 19 May 2026
Launch Timeline
Pre-Launch + Pre-Orders Open
Big Reveal
Official Launch Date
Digital, Print + Bundles
About The Book
Everything you need to know about mutual fund investing, simplified
Book Overview
Pages
250+
Chapters
25 + 1 Bonus*
*Bonus chapter on Tenhash website
Author
Shashikant
Available In
4 Formats
E-book, Kindle, Print, Video
What's Inside
The Psychology of the Indian Purse
Understand the Great Indian Paradox: why we save lots but grow little. Break free from FDs, Gold, and Real Estate emotional traps.
Decoding Mutual Funds
Master the mechanics before investing. From fund categories (Large-cap, Mid-cap, Small-cap) to understanding what your fund manager actually does for you.
Building Your Wealth Architecture
Create goal-based buckets for major life events. Learn the magic of SIPs, the power of step-up investing, and why being boring is the fastest way to get rich.
Mastering the Complete Picture
Navigate market storms, understand taxation (LTCG & STCG), create monthly income through SWP, manage regulatory mechanics, and master the mindset that separates winners from losers.
The 7-Phase Journey
A structured path from psychology to mastery
The Psychology of the Indian Purse
Why we save so much but grow so little. Break the emotional cycle of FDs, gold, and real estate.
Chapters 1-3
Decoding the Mutual Fund Engine
Understand fund structures, categories, and mechanics without jargon. Know what happens to your money.
Chapters 4-8
The Architecture of Wealth
Create goal-based buckets, master SIPs, and learn why "boring" investing builds fortunes fastest.
Chapters 9-12
Navigating the Storms
Handle bear markets, rebalance your portfolio, and clean up the "garbage" funds holding you back.
Chapters 13-15
The Finishing Line
Master taxation, create monthly income through SWP, and plan your legacy for future generations.
Chapters 16-19
The Mechanics
Understand the "invisible" guardians: Sponsors, Trustees, AMCs, Custodians, and why your money is safe.
Chapters 20-22
The Mindset
Identify cognitive biases, filter noise from signal, and embrace the power of "doing nothing" wisely.
Chapters 23-25
The Preface
A sneak peek into the wisdom shared in the book
"Dear Reader, If you are holding this book, you likely have a "wealth" problem. But it's probably not the one you think. Your problem isn't that you don't work hard enough. In India, we are masters of the "hustle." We skip vacations, we bargain with the vegetable vendor, and we meticulously track every rupee. Your problem is that your money is lazy. While you are working 10-hour shifts, your money is likely sitting in a savings account or a low-yield insurance policy, fast asleep. It's staying safe, sure, but it's also slowly dying."
"For decades, the Indian investment landscape was dominated by three things: Gold, Real Estate, and FDs. Our parents swore by them. But the world has changed. You cannot fund a 2040 Ivy League education with a 6% FD. You cannot fight a 10% medical inflation rate with a gold biscuit hidden in a locker."
"Mutual Funds are the most democratized wealth-building tool ever created for the Indian middle class. This book is not a textbook. It is a manual for freedom. We are going to strip away the intimidating jargon used by experts to keep you confused."
"By the end of these chapters, you won't just "know" about Mutual Funds; you will have a bulletproof strategy tailored for the Indian markets. You will know when to stay invested, when to run, and most importantly, how to stop worrying about money so you can start living your life."
"The market doesn't care about your background, your caste, or your degree. It only rewards one thing: Time. Let's stop wasting yours. Let's begin."
— Shashikant
Key Insights You'll Gain
🧠 Break the Psychology Trap
Understand why Indians are trapped in the FD-Gold-RealEstate cycle and how to escape it using behavioral finance principles.
📊 Master Fund Mechanics
Know exactly what happens to your money. Understand Large-caps, Mid-caps, Debt Funds, and when to be a passenger, not a pilot.
💰 The SIP & Step-Up Secret
Why being "boring" with SIPs is the fastest path to wealth. Learn the "Nitro Boost" of step-up investing that most miss.
🎯 Create Your Wealth Buckets
Design goal-based investment buckets for your big fat wedding, child's education, and beach retirement.
🛡️ Navigate Market Storms
What to do when the Sensex bleeds red. Learn rebalancing, portfolio cleanup, and how to stay disciplined through volatility.
💸 Tax Optimization & SWP
Keep more of what you earn with LTCG, STCG, and indexation strategies. Create a monthly paycheck in retirement through SWP.
🧩 Understand the Hidden Mechanics
Meet the guardians of your money: Sponsors, Trustees, AMCs, and Custodians. Know why they can't run away with your cash.
🧘 Master the Investor Mindset
Identify your cognitive biases, filter finfluencer noise from real signal, and learn the zen of doing "nothing" productively.
Exclusive Bonus Chapter
Chapter 26: Your First 48 Hours
From Reader to Investor: The Step-by-Step Launchpad
You've mastered the concepts. Now it's time to take action. This exclusive bonus chapter guides you through the exact steps to set up your wealth-building system in just 48 hours. From KYC to SIPs, from choosing your platform to automating your future—everything you need to go from theory to practice.
📋 Inside Chapter 26:
- → Hour 1–12: The Digital Identity (e-KYC)
- → Hour 13–24: Choosing Your Platform
- → Hour 25–36: Your First Investment
- → Hour 37–48: Automating Your Future with SIPs
Pre-Order Options
Pre-orders open on 14 April. Choose the package that works best for you.
E-Book & Kindle
Digital Reading
Lifetime Access
- PDF Format
- Kindle Version (MOBi)
- All 25 Chapters
- Read on any device
Print + Digital Bundle
Complete Package
Free Shipping in India
- Physical Hardcover Book
- PDF + Kindle Format
- All 25 Chapters + Bonus
- Free Shipping Across India
Ultimate Bundle
With Video Tutorials
Everything Included
- Physical Hardcover Book
- PDF + Kindle Format
- Complete Video Tutorial Series
- All Templates, Tools & Worksheets
- 1-on-1 Email Support
- Private Community Access
Why Readers Will Love This
What makes The Mutual Fund Manifesto unique
Designed for Indian Investors
Examples, tax scenarios, and regulatory guidance specific to the Indian financial market and investor context.
Written by Industry Experts
Insights from years of research, market analysis, and direct investor feedback combined into practical wisdom.
Jargon-Free Writing
Complex financial concepts explained in simple, conversational language without sacrificing depth or accuracy.
Practical Tools Included
Ready-to-use templates, checklists, and frameworks for portfolio analysis, tracking, and rebalancing.
Ready to Master Mutual Fund Investing?
Join the waitlist for pre-launch access on 14 April, the big reveal on 1 May, and the official launch on 19 May.