Viral Dalal, also known as Miracle Boy, is an information technology specialist, ardent photographer, and car enthusiast. He enjoys chasing the winds on his motorcycle on beautiful days. Known for his wit and ability to inspire others, Viral's favorite activities include bringing out shouts of laughter from his children and playing hide-and-seek with them. "I wish people could see life from my perspective, once," he often says.

Viral earned a Master's degree in Computer Science and works in the field of information and technology. He is an active American Red Cross volunteer and resides with his wife and children in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan region.

On January 26th, 2001, at 8:46 AM IST, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck western India, killing over 22,000 people. Viral was buried alive for days under tons of rubble from a collapsed building, in absolute darkness without food, water, light, or the ability to move—while the ceiling hung precariously inches above his head. The only resource he had was his mind. He was rescued unscathed after 4½ days by the incredible International Rescue Corps from Scotland. This experience inspired his book, Choosing Light, which is dedicated to his family and the rescue team.