Koral Dasgupta, Indian Author of 9 books and Digital Publisher
- Koral is an Indian author of nine books.
- She’s also a digital publisher.
- She has just completed the five-book Sati series, which is a retelling of the stories of the Panchakanya from Indian mythology.
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Overview
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Acclaimed author Koral Dasgupta, known for her powerful retelling of Indian mythology, discusses her Sati Series, a reimagination of the Panchakanya, challenging traditional patriarchal narratives.
00:30- About Koral Dasgupta
- Koral is an Indian author of nine books.
- She’s also a digital publisher.
- She has just completed the five-book Sati series, which is a retelling of the stories of the Panchakanya from Indian mythology.
05:52- How does your retelling of the Panch Kanya challenge patriarchal narratives?
- By narrating the stories from the first-person perspective of the women, the retelling naturally brings out their inner thoughts, struggles, and strength—challenging traditional portrayals of them as passive or secondary.
- The stories also explore and humanize male characters, presenting them as individuals shaped by patriarchal pressures, thus questioning the ideal of the dominating, emotionless hero.
- The retelling suggests that true strength lies in empathy, vulnerability, and mutual support—not dominance—offering alternative role models for both men and women.
27:10- What is the core message of your Sati series?
- The author reflects on how writing the series helped her confront and diminish her own fears.
- She emphasizes empathy toward past generations shaped by societal norms, recognizing they are not villains but products of their time.
- By questioning and addressing inherited biases, she aims to create a more aware and equitable future, especially for the next generation.
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- Koral is an Indian author of nine books.
- She’s also a digital publisher.
- She has just completed the five-book Sati series, which is a retelling of the stories of the Panchakanya from Indian mythology.
