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Vasudhendra

Vasudhendra is an Indian author and writes in Kannada. He is the first openly gay litterateur in Kannada.
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Vasudhendra inspires through his creative arts and cultural storytelling.

Anita D’Souza

Pharma Sector

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Contact booking manager to hire Vasudhendra for the event at +91-8044186906 | activities@engage4more.com
Location
Location

bengaluru

Language
Language

english

Years of Speaking
Years of Speaking

10+ years

About Vasudhendra

Book Vasudhendra for an inspiring session as he is one of the most prolific Kannada writers, publishing extensively for over two decades. Transitioning from a successful career in the software industry, Vasudhendra now dedicates his time to travelling, studying, and writing. As the first openly gay litterateur in Kannada, his groundbreaking work Mohanaswamy, a collection of stories exploring the lives of gay individuals, has received widespread acclaim and critical attention from literary enthusiasts.

Achievements

  • Vasudhendra receives the prestigious Sahitya Akademi award, “Sahitya-Shree,” among other honours.

  • He established Chanda-Pustaka, a publishing platform that supports young and emerging Kannada writers and markets his acclaimed works.

Contact booking manager to hire Vasudhendra for the event at +91-8044186906 | activities@engage4more.com

Why Vasudhendra?

Hire Vasudhendra as a motivational speaker for his remarkable courage, resilience, and literary brilliance journey. His transition from the software industry to a celebrated author, along with his openness about his identity as a gay litterateur, offers a powerful narrative of breaking barriers and following one’s passion. Vasudhendra’s speeches highlight his literary contributions and inspire audiences to embrace authenticity and persevere in facing challenges. Book Vasudhendra for your next event or show to bring a unique and thought-provoking perspective to your audience.

Why Hire Vasudhendra from Engage4more?

  • Seamless Booking Process: Engage4more offers a smooth and hassle-free experience from initial inquiry to event execution, making it easy to book Vasudhendra, for your event.
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FAQs

1. Why should I book Vasudhendra as a motivational speaker?

Book Vasudhendra lets your audience hear his inspiring journey as an openly gay litterateur and celebrated Kannada author. His story emphasises resilience, authenticity, and passion, making him a compelling speaker for diverse audiences.

2. What topics does Vasudhendra cover in his speeches?

Vasudhendra speaks on various topics, including his journey in literature, the challenges of breaking stereotypes, LGBTQ+ representation in literature, and the importance of pursuing one’s passion.

3. How can I hire Vasudhendra for my event?

To hire Vasudhendra as a keynote or motivational speaker, contact our official representatives or event management agencies that work with authors and speakers.

4. What are Vasudhendra's speaking fees?

Vasudhendra’s fees depend on the nature of the event, its location, and the duration of his engagement. For inquiries about his charges, it is best to contact our booking representative.

Why Vasudhendra ?

Book Vasudhendra, a bestselling Kannada author whose essays and stories have reached readers across Karnataka and beyond. His storytelling makes ideas about family, identity and ambition feel personal, giving engage4more literary, campus and corporate events a warm, thoughtful and memorable speaker. Sessions stay practical, warm and easy for busy audiences to remember.
Vasudhendra spent over twenty years in software before becoming a full-time writer and publisher. Hire him through engage4more to show audiences how reinvention works, with honest reflections on leaving a secure career, trusting a calling and building a creative life through patience and discipline. Share your goals and engage4more will shape the session around them.
Through Mohanaswamy and his public advocacy, Vasudhendra has helped many readers feel seen and understood. Book him via engage4more for diversity and inclusion events where audiences need empathetic stories that encourage respect, acceptance and open conversation in workplaces, colleges and communities. The talk leaves attendees with clear ideas they can apply immediately.
Recipient of major Kannada literary honours, Vasudhendra brings credibility and craft to every talk. Hire him through engage4more for literature festivals and cultural events where audiences want to learn how ordinary experiences become powerful stories, and how honest writing connects people across backgrounds. Expect an honest, engaging conversation rather than a scripted lecture.
Through Chanda Pustaka, Vasudhendra encourages young Kannada writers and short story talent. Book him via engage4more for writing workshops and campus programmes where students want practical guidance on finding a voice, refining a draft and taking the first steps into publishing. It suits organisers who want a credible, memorable and audience-friendly speaker.
Planning a literature festival, campus programme or inclusion event? Share your date, city and audience details with engage4more. Our team will check Vasudhendra's availability, recommend the right session format and send a customised quote, keeping the booking process simple for organisers. Audiences leave with fresh perspective, energy and practical next steps.

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Showcasing some prominent images and videos of Vasudhendra including our previous events and other endeavors.

Vasudhendra

Vasudhendra is an Indian author and writes in Kannada. He is the first openly gay litterateur in Kannada.

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FAQs

Vasudhendra (ವಸುಧೇಂದ್ರ) is a bestselling Kannada author, publisher and counsellor known for short stories, essays and novels. engage4more lists him as a motivational speaker on storytelling, self-acceptance, creativity and reinventing your career.
Vasudhendra's books include Mohanaswamy, Nammamma Andre Nangishta, the historical novel Tejo-Tungabhadra and Reshme Batte, with several translated into other languages. engage4more lists him for talks that draw on decades of writing in Kannada.
Mohanaswamy is Vasudhendra's short story collection exploring queer lives, love and urban India, first in Kannada and later translated into English and other languages. engage4more lists him as a speaker on honest storytelling and empathy.
Vasudhendra has received the Karnataka Sahitya Akademi Book Prize and Sahityashri Award, along with the U. R. Ananthamurthy Award and the Da Ra Bendre Story Award. engage4more lists him for talks that connect literary craft with life lessons.
Chanda Pustaka is the publishing house run by Vasudhendra, which publishes new Kannada writing and offers an award for young short story writers. engage4more lists him for sessions on writing, publishing and encouraging fresh literary talent.
Vasudhendra graduated from NITK Surathkal, studied at the Indian Institute of Science and worked in the software industry for over twenty years before turning to writing and publishing. engage4more lists him for talks on reinvention and following a calling.
You can book Vasudhendra through engage4more by sharing your event date, city, audience size and theme. The engage4more booking team checks availability, confirms the session format and sends a customised quote, keeping the process quick and transparent from enquiry to event day.
Vasudhendra speaking fees depend on the event city, session length, format and travel needs. engage4more shares a customised quote once you submit your event details, so you can plan your speaker budget clearly before confirming the booking.
Yes, engage4more facilitates bookings of Vasudhendra for literature festivals, colleges, corporate inclusion programmes and cultural events. His stories on empathy, identity and reinvention give audiences a thoughtful, human perspective, and session language can be confirmed with the booking team.
The correct spelling is Vasudhendra, although many readers search Vasudendra or Vasudhendra writer. engage4more lists the Kannada author under the correct spelling, and every speaking enquiry reaches the same booking team, whichever spelling you used.
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