Join Kiran Manral on this episode of Chasing Creativity as she sits down with Kulpreet Yadav, a former Commandant of the Indian Coast Guard turned writer, actor, and entrepreneur. Kulpreet shares his fascinating transition from a military career to the uncertain world of creativity, discussing his journey of writing his first book, the challenges he faced, and his eventual success with 15 published books, including the widely acclaimed 'Battle of Rezang La.' He also opens up about his foray into acting, co-founding startups, and his ongoing ventures in historical non-fiction and fiction genres. This inspiring conversation sheds light on the courage it takes to reinvent one's life and passions. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:56 Kulpreet Yadav's Journey from Defense to Writing 03:13 Early Writing Experiences and Challenges 07:44 Transition to Non-Fiction and Research Process 09:39 Battle of Rizangla: A Deep Dive 18:02 Exploring Historical Fiction and Future Projects 22:44 Venturing into Acting 28:46 Entrepreneurial Pursuits and Final Thoughts
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