#poem, Kaushal Kishore on FEATURES by VALENCIARTIST!

Today’s very special protagonist on FEATURES by VALENCIARTIST is our very good friend and fellow poet, Kaushal Kishore, a phenomenal writer whom we have followed and read for quite some time and that we know you will greatly enjoy.

FEATURES by VALENCIARTIST is an ongoing series that seeks poets, writers, artists and all those engaged in the fine arts and we will «feature» you in an interview and article just like this one you are about to read. If you would like to be one of our featured protagonists all you have to do is reply to this post with your email address so that we can send you the information.

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A LITTLE MORE ABOUT KAUSHAL KISHORE

Kaushal Kishore (KK) is an MBA, MA, LLB (Hons), Dip TD, DHRM and CAIIB with over 35 years of experience in the Banking sector. He had also a stint as a Preventive Officer in Customs and Central Excise. His leadership spans technical and commercial teams, steering successful project management solutions.

Beyond his corporate prowess, KK taps into the expressive realm of poetry to navigate emotions, explore thoughts, and share a spectrum of life experiences, both sweet and sour. This artistic outlet not only serves as a means of self-reflection but also fosters connections with individuals from diverse walks of life. 

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KAUSHAL IN HIS OWN WORDS

1) Who are your major literary/artistic references?

I enjoy reading anything that captures my interest, be it poetry, stories, or essays. My favourite Hindi writers include Pant, Nirala, Premchand, and Jai Shankar Prasad, while in English, I admire Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Ruskin Bond, and John Milton. During my student years, I made use of libraries rather than purchasing books, but now I have a small collection in my reading room.

2) What makes you a writer? What do you like to write about? What is your plan for the next five years?

I began writing pieces for my school magazines and local newspapers, but the real impetus came after I wrote a project report on «HRM in Banks» as part of a scholarship scheme. When I sent a synopsis of this report to a newspaper, it was very well received, and the newspaper started publishing my articles on banking and finance every week in its supplement.

I enjoy writing in any format on any topic that appeals to me. Poetry comes naturally to me, and my debut poetry book titled «Love: My Heart Squeals» hit the bookshelves in March 2024. In the next five years, I aim to publish one or two more poetry books and a book of memoirs based on real-life experiences.

3) Why do you write? And do you write about yourself?

I often write about my life and my feelings, whether they’re related to my friends, mother, school, or profession. This is my favourite topic because I believe everyone is unique, and their lives differ from one another. What I’ve faced in life may not be experienced by others, so my perspective could be interesting to them. That’s why I plan to write a book compiling these life anecdotes.

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THE POETRY OF KAUSHAL KISHORE

Bioscope 

As I lie on my bed, and close my eyes tight,

An invisible hand turns the bioscope’s light…

All episodes with you, youthful and bright,

In shades and silhouettes, a wondrous night…

Lovelier and livelier, all the scenes come alive,

Multichromatic shades and shadows randomly arrive…

Exotic glimpses of moments I once longed to explore,

Luscious fruits and fragrant petals, a treasure to adore…

A sweet cinematic treat, both sublime and grand,

Strewn all around, engages my senses, in the dreamland…

The transition from hustle, the day’s noisy clatter,

Guiding me into serene slumber that’s all that matters…

I drift along this bioscope’s visual stream,

A voyage through memories, like a vivid dream…

The bioscope fades, as I softly surrender,

To the tranquil world of dreams, so tender…

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Today we were honoured with the presence of Kaushal Kishore and we greatly appreciate his candor, his life’s work and his beautiful poetry.

CHEERS KAUSHAL!