In this episode of Chasing Creativity, Kiran Manral sits down with the talented Priya Malik, known for her journey from reality TV shows like Big Boss to becoming a top spoken word artist. Priya discusses her unique career trajectory, her early love for poetry, and how personal experiences shape her work. They delve into the intersection of art and commerce, the evolution of spoken word poetry in India, and the challenges of balancing creativity with commercial success. Priya also shares insights on writing in multiple languages and her upcoming projects. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about following your passion and making a mark in the creative world.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:43 Priya Malik's Journey: From Dehradun to Big Boss
02:28 Discovering Poetry and Early Performances
03:34 Balancing Performance and Writing
05:02 First Spoken Word Performance
07:26 Transition to a Full-Time Poet
08:52 Commercial Aspects of Poetry
12:02 Writing Process and Inspirations
14:34 Writing in Multiple Languages
15:46 Bilingual Writing Process
16:07 Audience Interaction in Performances
18:05 Balancing Acting and Poetry
19:07 Writing from Life Experiences
20:38 Upcoming Books and Writing Discipline
22:28 Evolution of Spoken Word in India
26:35 Bridging Traditional and Modern Poetry
31:18 Future Plans and Motherhood