Poet

Rupi Kaur

Rupi Kaur is a globally renowned poet, illustrator, photographer and author from India who rose to fame on Instagram, with her three collections of poetry.

Rupi Kaur
Age
32
Birth Date
October 4, 1992
Zodiac
Libra
Born
India
Height
5' 2"

About

Rupi Kaur is an Indian-Canadian poet and author best known for her worldwide bestseller collection of poetry, Mil, which explores love, loss, trauma, healing, and feminism. She has since gained global recognition for her work and has spoken at universities and conferences around the world.

Rupi Kaur Timeline

1992
Rupi Kaur is Born
On October 4, 1992, Rupi Kaur is born in Punjab, India.
2011
Kaur Publishes Her First Poetry Collection
Kaur self-publishes her first poetry collection titled Milk and Honey.
2014
Milk and Honey Becomes an International Bestseller
Kaur's debut poetry collection becomes an international bestseller.
2015
The Sun and Her Flowers Published
Kaur publishes her second poetry collection The Sun and Her Flowers.
2017
Rupi Kaur Tours Australia
Kaur embarks on a speaking tour of Australia to promote her work.
2018
Home Body Released
Kaur releases her third poetry collection Home Body.
2019
Kaur Receives Honorary Degree from the University of Waterloo
Kaur receives an honorary doctorate from the University of Waterloo for her achievements and commitment to social justice.

5 Interesting Facts about Rupi Kaur

1.

Self-Published Her First Collection of Poetry

Rupi Kaur self-published her first collection of poetry, Milk and Honey, in 2014. It was a major success, selling over 2.5 million copies worldwide.

2.

Popularized the #periodpoetry Movement

Rupi Kaur popularized the #periodpoetry movement on social media with her poem "A Period Poem". This poem has since been shared by millions of women around the world in support of menstrual equity.

3.

Published Two Bestselling Poetry Collections

Rupi Kaur is the author of two bestselling poetry collections, Milk and Honey (2014) and The Sun and Her Flowers (2017), both of which have sold millions of copies worldwide.

4.

Was Named One of Forbes 30 Under 30 in

In 2016, Rupi Kaur was named one of Forbes' 30 Under 30 for her contributions to the literary world. She was the only writer on the list that year.

5.

Won the 2017 Goodreads Choice Award

Rupi Kaur's book The Sun and Her Flowers won the 2017 Goodreads Choice Award for Best Poetry. It was the first book by an Indian poet to win this award.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Rupi Kaur birthday?

Rupi Kaur is an Indian-Canadian poet born on October 4, 1992, currently 30 years old. She is best known for her best-selling poetry books 'Milk and Honey' and 'The Sun and Her Flowers', which tackle themes of love, loss, feminism, and womanhood.

What is the Net Worth of Rupi Kaur?

Rupi Kaur has an estimated net worth of $1.2M. She is a Canadian poet and author, known for her best-selling debut collection of poetry Milk and Honey. Her wealth comes from book sales, royalties, and other brand endorsement deals. She has risen to fame over the years for her unique and heartfelt take on life.