Varun P Kulkarni
Author • Storyteller • Engineer
Varun P. Kulkarni bridges history, culture, and identity through his work as an author, storyteller, and engineering strategist. As the founder of Breathing History, he explores the untold narratives of India’s past, blending meticulous research with a contemporary lens on culture and civilization.
With over 15 years of experience in engineering innovation and data-center infrastructure development, Varun has led projects that merge technology, sustainability, and design across global markets. His portfolio spans more than 600 mechanical systems and mission-critical environments, contributing to the next generation of high-efficiency data infrastructure.
Varun holds an M.S. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Oklahoma State University, a Harvard Business School CORe credential, and is currently pursuing his Professional MBA at the University at Buffalo. His multidisciplinary journey, from engineering boardrooms to historical manuscripts, reflects his belief that true progress lies at the intersection of knowledge, culture, and consciousness.
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A Weekend Hindu
What does it mean to be Hindu in a world far from home? A Weekend Hindu explores this question through stories and reflections from the Indian diaspora.
From childhood prayers to Diwali lights on suburban balconies, from temple visits alongside board meetings—this book captures the quiet struggles and surprising joys of holding ancient roots in modern soil.
With warmth and honesty, Varun P Kulkarni invites readers into moments both deeply personal and universally familiar. The book doesn't preach—it observes, questions, and remembers.
At its heart, this is about continuity—how Sanatana Dharma survives across borders and generations. A mirror for those who wonder if they're "Hindu enough," and a reminder that identity isn't measured by perfect rituals, but by sincerity and the choices we make about what to carry forward.
