“Naaga : Discovering the Extraordinary World of Serpent Worship” by K. Hari Kumar
Naaga arrived today, courtesy the publisher, Harper Collins India. It is being released on 25 July 2025.
Book blurb:
Who are the naagas and sarpas, the divine serpents of Indian mythology?
What secrets lie within their mythical realm, Naagaloka?
What is the nagamani, and what myths surround its legendary power?
K. Hari Kumar combines meticulous research with vivid storytelling to uncover the cultural, spiritual, and historical significance of serpent worship in India.
Drawing connections with belief systems across the subcontinent, Naaga offers a fascinating exploration of shared truths, striking contrasts, and the enduring reverence for these animals.
Embark on a journey into a world where serpents are protectors, adversaries and symbols of divine power-deities that continue to inspire awe and devotion in India’s spiritual consciousness.
K. Hari Kumar is a bestselling Indian author, screenwriter and filmmaker. With an impressive track record of being one of India’s top genre writers, his stories rooted in Indian folklore and mythology have captivated readers across the subcontinent.
K Hari Kumar’s collection of horror short stories, India’s Most Haunted – Tales of Terrifying Places, published by HarperCollins India is one of the highest selling horror story books in India. The Times Of India deemed it as a must-read horror book, and it was also listed in HarperCollins India’s hundred best books written by Indian authors. The Malayalam translation of India’s Most Haunted was published as Indiayile Prethalayangal by Mathrubhumi Books in March 2022. The book will be soon translated into Hindi as well. He wrote the honourary foreword for FlameTree Publishing’s anthology titled Asian Ghost Stories (UK, Simon & Schuster).
In addition to his accomplishments in literature, K. Hari Kumar has made notable contributions to the world of cinema as a screenwriter and creative consultant. His novel The Other Side of Her received critical acclaim when adapted into the web series Bhram, featuring the talented Kalki Koechlin. As a filmmaker, he has directed two short films, a documentary, a music video and the cinematic trailer of his books. K. Hari is also an international award nominated photographer. His photographs have featured on covers of his books.
Educated in Gurugram, K. Hari Kumar holds a B.Tech in Information Technology and a B.A in English Literature, highlighting his diverse academic background. He currently resides in Pune with spouse, where he continues to fuel his creative pursuits. Hari is currently working on a series of books on folk mythology that will be published by HarperCollins.
22 July 2025
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