Karan Kaushal: I Stay Authentic by Not Forcing Anything (Travel Influencer with 125K Followers)

Karan Kaushal Interview

Travel isn’t just about places, it’s about stories that shape who we become.

Q. Let's begin with your story - how did your journey as an artist and content creator start, and what inspired you to explore so many creative dimensions?

Travel has always been my passion. I lived in the USA and later in Dubai and Abu Dhabi while working for one of the top investment banks, and I explored almost the whole of the US during that time. I also visited London for vacation. 

Back then, I wasn't creating content. I was simply capturing memories through pictures. After relocating to India, I felt the urge to share my journeys and experiences with others, and that's when my creator journey truly began.Travel became the foundation with fitness always in routine, and over time I expanded into fashion, cafés, and acting.

Q. You've worked across fashion, travel, premium cafés, and web series acting. How do you balance such diverse creative interests while staying authentic to your personal brand?

For me, balance comes naturally because I only create around what I genuinely live. When I travel, I share those stories. When I explore fashion, it's a reflection of my own style. Premium cafés are part of my lifestyle, and acting gave me a new way of expression. I stay authentic by not forcing anything. I simply show what excites me, and that keeps my brand real.

Q. As someone who's been part of a web series like DCPG by Gulati, what was your biggest learning from stepping into the world of acting?

Acting taught me discipline and patience. It's very different from content creation because you need to step into someone else's shoes and still make it feel natural. I learned that preparation, observation, and teamwork are essential. It also gave me more confidence in front of the camera, which helps me in content creation too.

Q. The café culture is growing rapidly in India. What draws you to premium cafés, and how do you curate content that feels fresh and immersive for your audience?

I love premium cafés because they are more than just coffee. They are about vibe, design, and community. Having lived in cities like Boston, Dubai, and now Gurugram, I've seen how cafés become lifestyle spaces. When I create content, I focus on details like ambience, taste, and mood so that my audience feels like they are sitting there with me.

Q. From your bio, you've lived life across different cultures, including Gurugram and beyond. How has your environment shaped your creativity and content?

Living in the USA, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and now back in India has given me exposure to very different worlds. The USA taught me independence and curiosity, Dubai showed me luxury and global diversity, and India gives me tradition and fresh energy every day. These experiences shaped my creativity because I mix all of them in my content — a global perspective with a personal, local touch.

Q. Many aspiring influencers look up to multifaceted creators like you. What advice would you give to someone trying to carve their niche in both digital content and performance arts?

My advice is simple. Create from your own life and passions. Don't copy trends blindly, instead share what excites you whether it's travel, fashion, cafés, or acting. Stay consistent, be patient, and enjoy the process. When you truly love what you are doing, your audience feels it, and that's what builds a strong niche.

Q. Now a rapid fire question. What is one rumour you would like to spread about yourself?

That I always have my bags packed and a secret ticket ready for my next.

Bio:

Karan Kaushal is a content creator, traveler and lifestyle enthusiast with over 19 + years of experience in the IT industry. He has lived in the USA, Dubai, and Abu Dhabi, working with some of the world's top investment banks. A passionate explorer, he has traveled extensively across the United States, the UK, Europe, and many parts of India, turning his love for travel into storytelling.

For over a decade, people have admired his striking resemblance to Virat Kohli, and he draws inspiration from Virat's discipline, fitness, and attitude in his own life. This unique identity has also led him to appearances on news channels like CNN and NDTV, where he has joined cricket experts to cover India matches. After relocating back to India, Karan expanded into fashion, premium cafés, fitness, and even acting, including a role in the web series DCPG by Gulati. Known for blending global exposure with authentic personal expression, he creates content that is immersive, relatable, and true to his personality.

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Interviewed by: Anish Singh