Bharat Gaurav Mrs. Kiran Agarwal - Founder WOKA
Kiran Agarwal’s life is a tapestry woven with culture, compassion, and creativity. Born in the quiet town of Sangaria in Rajasthan, and educated in the historically rich city of Patna—in Pataliputra , her early life was shaped by the echoes of India’s ancient glory. Bihar, the land of Bodh Gaya where Buddha attained enlightenment, and home to the legendary Nalanda University, infused her worldview with deep cultural and spiritual roots.
An all-rounder from the start, Kiran was not just academically inclined but deeply engaged in sports, representing her city in badminton, table tennis, and carrom. Her passion for music and poetry found equal expression in her early years, eventually blooming into a lifelong pursuit of writing. A formal course in creative writing at the prestigious London School of Journalism marked a turning point—what was once a passion became a calling.
Marriage brought her to Mumbai, and later to London, alongside her husband Anil Agarwal—a close family friend and a like-minded partner in life’s purpose. Together, they built a life rooted in values of service and giving back. As their family grew with children, Agnivesh and Priya, son in law Akarsh, granddaughter Mahii in who Kiran found a new muse —her role as a ‘Nani.’
It was through storytelling to her granddaughter that the seeds of WOKA – World of Kiran Agarwal were sown. Like grandmothers of yesteryear who passed down wisdom through tales, she saw storytelling as a way to bridge generations. But she envisioned something larger: a world where every child, regardless of background, could feel nurtured, entertained, and morally anchored.
Inspired by the principle of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—the world is one family—Kiran created WOKA to help children reconnect with their roots in an age of screens, distractions, and shrinking family units. She began with short stories infused with Indian values, and over time, these evolved into beautiful animated films filled with music, color, and characters that captivated young hearts.
WOKA grew into a multi-dimensional platform, o ering books on culture, sanskar, and rituals from India’s 26 states—a cultural encyclopedia for modern parents. From prayer guides and shlokas for daily recitation, to books that explore festivals and rites of passage, Kiran’s vision has always been about preserving the essence of Indian identity in a modern world.
Her husband’s philosophy—“Life is not just about me, mine, and myself”—became a guiding light. The charitable ethos behind Vedanta’s Nandgharinitiative resonated deeply with WOKA’s mission: to raise a generation of children who are respectful, fearless, rooted, and morally strong.
In just 6 months, WOKA has touched over 10 million lives. Today, WOKA is a one-roof platform combining clean and enriching entertainment: live music, karaoke, TV, games, audiobooks, and even beloved outdoor classics like gillidanda and pithu. Parents and children a chance to bond—not through consumption, but through shared experiences.
What began 10 years ago as “Nani ki Kahaniyan” is now a global movement.And at its heart is one woman’s dream: to bring saaf aur safe manoranjan—clean, safe entertainment—to the children of the world.
