Indian writing in English has reached global acclaim in the hands of various new writers of this contemporary era. Women writers have contributed significantly in the growth and development of Indian literature in English by depicting female protagonist as a warriors. Sudha Murthy is one of the important and favourite Indian women writers during the modern time. She has penned down remarkable literary works which reflects Indian culture, heritage and society realistically. She is also an epitome of voice of women, their sufferings and identity in the society. The world famous novel Dollar Bahu beautifully deals with the disparity and complexity between Indian and American as well as values. It also highlights on desires of Gaurma for the American Dollars, culture and glamour. She is extremely fascinated towards American materialism.