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Kaushal Kishore, a good friend and fellow blogger is a phenomenal poet. But so that you get to know him a bit better, here is some information:

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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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Yes, because he engages fully in the «realm of poetry to navigate emotions»… We wanted to ask him a few questions…

KK IN HIS OWN WORDS

LatinosUSA: Who are your major literary/artistic references?

KK: 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.

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

KK: 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.

LatinosUSA: Why do you write? And do you write about yourself?

KK: 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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KAUSHAL’S POETRY

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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We wish to thank KK for his candor and for such an interesting and lively conversation. We fully enjoy his brilliant poetry and wish him success in his present and future endeavours. Thank you KK!

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CHEERS