About
Rupi Kaur is an Indian-Canadian poet, illustrator, photographer, and author, who gained widespread recognition for her accessible and emotionally resonant poetry. Born in Punjab, India, she immigrated to Canada with her family at a young age. Kaur began performing poetry in 2009 and found fame on Instagram, where she shared her work and connected with a large audience. She has published three collections of poetry, which have achieved remarkable commercial success.
Career Timeline
Self-Published 'Milk and Honey'
Kaur self-published her first book, gaining traction on Instagram.
Became Bestselling Author
'Milk and Honey' became a bestseller, propelling Kaur to fame.
Published 'The Sun and Her Flowers'
Her second collection further solidified her popularity.
Released 'Home Body'
Another collection of work.
Successful Poet and Author
Kaur's accessible poetry continues to resonate with a large online audience.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026