K. Hari Kumar is India's leading voice in Indic occult, horror, mythology and folklore, weaving authentic tales from the mystical depths of the Indian subcontinent. His acclaimed collection 'India's Most Haunted - Tales of Terrifying Places' (HarperCollins India) stands as one of India's highest-selling horror books, earning prestigious recognition in HarperCollins' top 100 Indian authors list. His bestselling non-fiction works 'Daiva' and 'Naaga' journey through the hearts of some of the most powerful deities of the country.
Kumar's literary prowess extends beyond books into acclaimed screenwriting, notably crafting the web series 'Bhram' starring Kalki Koechlin, adapted from his novel The Other Side of Her.' As an international award-nominated photographer and filmmaker, he brings unique visual storytelling mastery to his written works.
Recognised as a leading authority on Indian folklore and occult traditions, Kumar has been featured on India's most popular podcast 'The Ranveer Show', 'The Speaking Tree', etc. and regularly speaks at prestigious literary festivals including Times Literature Festival (Bangalore & Delhi), Kumaon Literature Festival, and Bangalore Literature Festival. His expertise attracts attention from leading national newspapers, television channels, and literary platforms.
With dual degrees in Information Technology (B.Tech) and English Literature (B.A.), Kumar uniquely combines technical precision with literary artistry and cultural sensitivity. Currently based in Pune, he hosts 'Chaturya - The 4th State' podcast exploring consciousness and Indic spirituality while developing a groundbreaking folk mythology series for HarperCollins.
