I am Dr. Shruti, a researcher, writer, and educator driven by a passion for narratives that echo human experiences. With a genuine appreciation for literature, cinema, and food, my work reflects a blend of academic rigour, creative expression, and cultural curiosity. Here, I invite you to explore the stories, ideas, and flavours that inspire me, as I navigate the intersections of research, storytelling, and learning.
My research delves into the interplay of literature, culture, and marginalized voices, with a focus on gender, sexuality, and the socio-political dimensions of literary narratives.
I am particularly drawn to Indian media’s evolving cultural trends and the role of multimedia in amplifying diverse perspectives and fostering shared understanding.
I am also interested in examining films and advertisements as cultural texts, exploring their influence on societal values and norms. My ongoing research integrates audience and reader response theories to uncover how diverse groups engage with and interpret cultural products.
My creative interests lie in capturing the beauty of life’s mundane, everyday moments, and I express these narratives in both Hindi and English. Alongside personal projects, I have collaborated with individuals and organizations to bring their stories to life. In addition to writing fiction and nonfiction, I professionally offer my expertise as a reviewer, translator, and editor.
मेरी रचनात्मक रुचि जीवन के साधारण, रोज़मर्रा के क्षणों की सुंदरता को शब्दों में पिरोने में है, और मैं इन कहानियों को हिंदी और अंग्रेज़ी, दोनों में अभिव्यक्त करती हूँ। अपने व्यक्तिगत प्रोजेक्ट्स के साथ-साथ, मैंने विभिन्न व्यक्तियों और संगठनों के साथ मिलकर उनकी कहानियों को जीवंत बनाने में सहयोग किया है। कथा और गैर-कथा लेखन के अतिरिक्त, मैं पेशेवर रूप से समीक्षक, अनुवादक और संपादक के रूप में अपनी विशेषज्ञता प्रदान करती हूँ।
I have worked as an educator in various capacities. In informal settings, I have taught Humanities students and collaborated with organizations such as the Tara Foundation in Bihar and the India Vision Foundation in Haryana to teach and conduct workshops for underprivileged and marginalized children. Additionally, I have conducted writing workshops with students at Vivekananda College, University of Delhi, and have taught Creative Writing at Symbiosis Law School, Noida.
