Suman Pokhrel

Suman Pokhrel, born on September 21, 1967 in Mills Area, BiratnagarBiratnagar, is a renowned NepaliNepali poet. He primarily writes in the NepaliNepali language but also writes in EnglishEnglish, HindiHindi, and some other South AsianSouth Asian languages. He has published several books of poetry, including "Shoonya Mutuko Dhadkanbhitra""Shoonya Mutuko Dhadkanbhitra" (1999), "Hazaar Aankhaa Yee Aankhaa Maa""Hazaar Aankhaa Yee Aankhaa Maa" (2003), and "Jeevanko Chheubaata" "Jeevanko Chheubaata" (2009). His poetry has been translated into multiple languages and featured in prestigious journals and anthologies worldwide.

In addition to writing poetry, Pokhrel has engaged in various creative pursuits. He has written plays, such as "YajnaseniYajnaseni," based on the epic "The Mahabharata," and directed the series "Kavyaarohan""Kavyaarohan" from 2019 to 2022. He has also translated the works of renowned poets and writers, including William ShakespeareWilliam Shakespeare, Anna AkhmatovaAnna Akhmatova, Pablo NerudaPablo Neruda, and many others, into Nepali.

Suman Pokhrel's contributions to literature have garnered recognition and acclaim. He has been awarded the SAARC Literary Award SAARC Literary Award twice, in 2013 and 2015. His poetry is studied in universities across South Asian countriesSouth Asian countries, and his verses have resonated with readers, inspiring them to tattoo his words on their bodies. Furthermore, his poems have been quoted by writers, scholars, and individuals on social media platforms, reflecting their impact on diverse audiences.