Abstract
This paper seeks to analyze two of the prominent literary figures of Urdu and Malayalam, Saadath Hasan Manto and Vaikom Mohammed Basheer who in spite of belonging to two different linguistic families have much in common. Both were acclaimed excellent as craftsmen of short stories in their respective languages. This paper examines the similarities and contrasts between Manto and Basheer. It is observed that the portrayals of characters by both writers are realistic. Further, both writers have made an indepth analysis of the human psyche, especially of women. Most of Manto’s works reflect Freudian thoughts, while Basheer’s works comprise an in-depth observation on human psychology without its sexual aspects