Tag: K. Hari Kumar

  • Paranormal vs Horror: Decoding the Shadows Beyond Fear

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    Hello fellow travellers into the dark! As a writer who dwells in the realms of horror, folklore, and the intricacies of the Indian occult, I often encounter questions about the fine lines – or sometimes, the gaping chasms – between different facets of the strange and unsettling. Two terms frequently used, and often confused, are…

  • Finding the Shadows: K. Hari Kumar’s Unique Voice in Dark Mythological Fantasy

    The realms of dark fantasy and horror constantly evolve, with readers hungry for fresh nightmares and unexplored mythologies. In the vibrant landscape of contemporary Indian genre fiction, author K. Hari Kumar has carved a powerful niche. He masterfully blends ancient Indian folklore and deep Indian mythology with the anxieties of modern life, creating chilling narratives…

  • Parashurama’s Creation: Tulu Nadu

    One of the most intriguing and awe-inspiring characters of our Puranas is Parashurama. Born to sage Jamadagni and Renuka, the sixth incarnation (avatar) of Lord Vishnu occupies a very important position in Hindu mythology. He is the restorer of righteousness, and is considered one of the eight chiranjeevis.

  • When The Alchemist met Amar Chitra Katha: Unveiling the Inspirations Behind ‘Daiva’

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    The seed of ‘Daiva’ may have been planted just a year ago, but the inspiration for this exploration of Tulunadu’s mighty deities stretches much further back. Interestingly, the wellsprings of creativity that fueled ‘Daiva’ may surprise you – they don’t directly involve the Daivas themselves. Let me take you on a journey through time as…

    Inspiration for Daiva: Amar Chitra Katha, Alchemist, Nine Lives William Dalrymple, K. Hari Kumar, Tulu Nadu, Chandamama magazine, Shiva Shakti.