​Kumar S is an independent journalist and translator with 20 years of experience in Kannada media. He has authored four books, including two poetry collections. Throughout his career, Kumar has contributed to various publications such as Vijay Karnataka, Kannada Prabha, and Vijayavani, and has worked across print, visual, and digital media platforms. Since 2018, he has been dedicated to fact-checking and has conducted training sessions for aspiring journalists. An accomplished author, Kumar is also a cinephile and tech enthusiast with a deep love for literature.