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MYTHOLOGY IS NOT OLD.IT'S RUNNING INSIDE YOU.

Ancient stories are not dusty relics. They are the operating systems running your identity, relationships, and choices right now.

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Featured Writing

Stories In Motion

A moving shelf of essays, reflections, and myth-led perspectives. Each piece opens into a longer read on Substack for now.

About

Sundeep Verma

Author, mythologist, storyteller, and founder of Cobalt Blue Foundation.

Sundeep Verma

His work explores how mythology, storytelling, and art connect to everyday human experience. Trained in Narrative Environment Design at Central Saint Martins, with leadership roles at Ogilvy, Grey, and Omnicom Group.

Over 150 workshops reimagining Indian mythology as a tool for self-reflection: not religion, not history. A mirror.

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150+Workshops & Sessions
13+Cultural Institutions
01Published Book
Every myth is a mirror. The question is whether you are brave enough to look.
— Sundeep Verma
Books

Publications

Ahalya

Ahalya - The Unploughed

A retelling of the ancient love story of Ahalya that deals with the complexities of unrequited love, insatiable passions, and questions the meaning of the institution of marriage. Ahalya is an ancient symbol for the contemporary woman's conflict between her mind and her heart.

Written in visceral poetic form with mesmerizing illustrations that illuminate the spirit of today's woman through the ancient epic story of Ahalya and brought to you by the mythologist Sundeep Verma from the complex world of Indian mythologies.

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Gatherings & Sessions

Step Into Myth, Story, And Reflection

From intimate circles to public conversations, each session is designed to make mythology personal, emotionally resonant, and immediately relevant to modern life.

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Sundeep Verma in a storytelling and workshop setting
Programmes

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Experience deeply engaging sessions that makes myths deeply personal and meaningful.

Work

Work

Mythology translated into lived experience through books, workshops,cultural writings and live museum experiences.

01

Books

Ahalya - The Unploughed: A reinterpretation of one of mythology's most misread women.

Upcoming: Mythology As Psychology: Exploring the psychological dimensions of myth in contemporary life.

02

Workshops

150+ sessions across organizations, universities, and cultural spaces.

03

Writing

Articles and columns in GQ, Vogue, Mid-Day and national publications.

04

Museum Experiences

Immersive experiences that bring myths to life through art and storytelling.

05

Public Lectures

Engaging sessions that invite participation and dialogue.

06

Live Storytelling

Journey through myths with immersive storytelling sessions.

Collaborations

Past Collaborations

A selection of institutions and cultural platforms that have hosted sessions, dialogues, and storytelling initiatives.

UNESCO
SAHAPEDIA
CITY PALACE JAIPUR
SHIV NADAR FOUNDATION
AKSHAYA PATRA FOUNDATION
Piramal Museum of Art
Citi Bank
Business World
Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum
India Heritage Walks
Barista Lavazza
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art
National Museum
Press

As Seen In

VICE

Feature

GQ

Column

Times of India

Various

For Articles & Press FeaturesReach out directly for interviews, expert commentary, and editorial collaborations.

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Writing

Essays & Articles

The Tale Of Shiva And The Mirror Of Illusions

Essay

Kannappa Nayanar's Devotion Of Shiva

Essay

3 Kinds Of Mythological Love

Essay
More Essays & Articles

Crows, Birds In Movies, TV Shows And Religion

Article

Decrypting Khajuraho

Column

Surya - The Ever Burning God

Article

Harappa Exhibition Feature

Coverage

Ishq FM 104.8 Interview

Coverage

India Unfolded : Mythological Cities of India

Essays Series
YouTube

Video Conversations

Talks, myth breakdowns, and long-form reflections from the Myths By Sundeep channel.

Featured

Myth as Mirror

A foundational session on why mythology is a practical tool for everyday inner work.

 Series

Archetypes In Modern Life

Episodes connecting ancient characters to identity, relationships, and decision-making today.

 Channel

@mythsbysundeep

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Podcasts

PODCASTS

Podcast appearances and conversations on mythology, psychology, culture, and storytelling.

Mythology & The Modern Mind

Podcast Feature
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Storytelling As Self-Inquiry

Guest Episode
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Ancient Narratives, Contemporary Lives

Conversation
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Photos

Visual Stories

Snapshots from workshops, live conversations, and myth-led gatherings.

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Stay Connected

Myths, reflections, and stories across every platform.

Tales Among Stones

Beyond Mythologies

How ancient archetypes shape modern choices across identity, relationships, and culture.

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Available for workshops, speaking engagements, and cultural collaborations.