Dr. Pragya Sharma (Poet & Author) Age, Height, Biography & More
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Age: 41 Years
Hometown: Kanpur
Relationship Status: Single
Bio/Wiki | |
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Real name | Pragya Sharma |
Profession(s) | Poet, Writer, Author |
Famous For | Performing Poetry in Mushaira & Kavi Sammelan |
Physical Stats & More | |
Height (approx.) | in centimeters- 158 cm in meters- 1.58 m in feet & inches- 5’ 2” |
Weight (approx.) | in kilograms- 70 kg in pounds- 154 lbs |
Eye Colour | Black |
Hair Colour | Black |
Career | |
Debut | • Gopal Das Neeraj Ki Hastlikhit Kavitayen (as editor), 2019 by Prabhat Prakashan • Lockdown Ke Dauran Maut Ka Zindaginama (as author), 2021, by Rekhta Books |
Literary Subjects | Poems on various untouched subjects, poems on male discourse, poems on the subject describing the plight of red light area, poems explaining Vedanta philosophy, etc |
Language(s) | Hindi, Urdu, Hindustani |
Award(s) | • Dr. Pragya Sharma has been honored for her excellent contributions to literature by several prestigious organizations such as the Rotary Club, Lions Club, Bihari Connect London, Vishwa Hindi Academy, and many more. • In January 2023, Pragya Sharma was awarded the Sahitya Shree Samman by Abhiyan, an organization founded by former Minister of State Amarjit Mishra at the 35th Lok Mahotsav, on the occasion of Uttar Pradesh Day, in Mumbai. • She was honored with the Hindi Seva Samman by Vishwa Hindi Academi, Mumbai for her contribution to Hindi literature in March 2023. • On the occasion of International Women's Day 2023, she was given Nari Samman Puraskar (Award) by the Alankar Creation Public Charitable Trust & Nari Sashaktikaran Sanstha, and the award was presented by Amit Satam, a Member of Maharashtra Legislative Assembly. |
Personal Life | |
Date of Birth | 3 July 1981 |
Age (as of 2023) | 41 Years |
Birthplace | Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
Residence | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Zodiac sign | Leo |
Nationality | Indian |
Hometown | Kanpur |
College/University | Guru Nanak Girls PG College, Kanpur, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University |
Educational Qualification | Post Graduation |
Religion | Hinduism |
Address | Oshiwara, Andheri, Mumbai |
Hobbies | Writing, Reading, Teaching |
Relationships & More | |
Relationship Status | Single |
Family | |
Parents | Father- Late B.L. Sharma (government officer) Mother- Rama Sharma |
Favourites | |
Book | Bhagwat Geeta |
Food | Boiled millet, Seasonal fruit platter |
Writer(s) | Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya, Acharya Chatursen Shastri |
Poet | Kabir |
Actor | Manoj Kumar |
Actress | Meena Kumari |
Colour(s) | White, Gerua |
Destination | Uttarakhand |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Dr. Pragya Sharma
- Dr. Pragya Sharma is a renowned figure in the world of literature and stage, known for her works in both Hindi and Urdu languages.
- She has performed more than 700 Kavi Sammelan (Poets gathering) and mushairas across India, including Gateway of India Republic Day Mushaira, Dubai Mushaira, Sansad Bhavan Kavi Sammelan, Jashn-e-Rekhta, Pasban-e- Adab, etc.
- Dr. Pragya Sharma’s second book, ‘Maut Ka Zindaginama,’ was published in 2021 by Rekhta Publication and is based on the theme of lockdown. It has been well-received by readers and critics alike.
- Dr. Pragya Sharma has been a part of various TV shows centred around poetry and literature, and her works have been broadcasted on popular channels such as SAB TV, Doordarshan, Zee Salaam, DD Sahyadri, Sadhna TV, Dabang TV, ETV, among others.
- Dr. Pragya Sharma’s first edited book, ‘Gopal Das Neeraj Ki Hastlikhi Kavitayen’ was published in 2019 by Prabhat Publication, and was released by eminent personalities such as Dr. Murali Manohar Joshi, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank and Padma Shri Surendra Sharma.
- Dr. Pragya Sharma is also known for using the word ‘cigarette’ in her Shayari (poetry), which has led to allegations of promoting smoking. However, she refutes such claims and explains that poetry is an expression of emotions and feelings. Although the word ‘cigarette’ is used extensively in her poetry, as a metaphor, she has not written about cigarettes as a theme. Furthermore, she argues that if readers did not think that Harivansh Rai Bachchan promoted alcohol through his famous work ‘Madhushala’, then there is no basis for absurd accusations regarding her poetry.
- She has also performed for various government literary organizations and academies, such as Madhya Pradesh Urdu Academy, Maharashtra Urdu Academy, Delhi Urdu Academy, Hindi Academy, Delhi, and Rajasthan Urdu Academy.
- Her poetry has been published in more than 20 poetry collections (anthologies).
- In the early stages of her career, Dr. Pragya Sharma used to recite her poetry in Tarannum, but later on, decided to discontinue this practice. During an interview, she was asked about her decision to discontinue her performances in Tarannum. Dr. Sharma explained that her biggest challenge when she stepped onto the stage was herself, as the stage environment was entirely new to her. She was committed to establishing herself in the place where she envisioned herself in the future, without any room for compromise. While initially, Dr. Sharma received a significant amount of applause and admiration from the audience during her Tarannum recitals, but she wasn’t sure if it was for her presentation, voice, or writing. Instead of focusing on practising notes, she wanted to improve her writing skills. Therefore, she decided to stop reciting compositions in Tarannum.
- She has written poems on a variety of subjects that are often left untouched, including poems on men’s empowerment, poems that describe the plight of the red-light area, and poems that explore Vedanta philosophy and spirituality.