Meet Narendra Sonkar! Narendra is from India but has lived in Kamloops for three years. He is a hardworking man who hopes to become a prominent influencer! 

Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kamloops?
I am from India and have been in Kamloops for almost three years now.

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My mother. Inspired me to be great one-day.

What is your favourite local store in Kamloops and why?
TCC Gym because I love bodybuilding and fitness

Describe yourself in one word.
Relentless and hardworking.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Liverpool to support and cheer my childhood dream football club.
Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

What is your favourite activity in Kamloops?
Gymming.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
Coming all the way from India. In an unknown place and not a single known person around made me mentally stronger and inspired me to be successful in life while building my character every day.

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Going for the first time in a cricket stadium to see a live match.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Helping hungry people. Donating food and clothes for the needy.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
Cheaters and liars. Negative people. Be honest and transparent always.
Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

Where would you sneak away to in Kamloops to spend some time alone?
The gym.

Where would you like to see positive change in Kamloops and why?
People are still sceptical about international students. I feel they can be more welcoming.

What do you think makes Kamloops great?
The scenic beauty and peace.

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
Go to LA and meet some great men's influencers. Train with Mr. Olympia Dorian Yates. Go to Liverpool stadium to see a match one-day.

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I love attention and stardom or spotlight.
Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
FB and Instagram- narendrasonkar07.

What is the name of your business/organization?
@narendrasonkar07.

Why did you get into/start this business?
For inspiring others to be their best selves.

What is the goal of your business?
To be a men's influencer

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
Lack of Like-minded people around. Who thinks similar and encourages.
Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

What do you always find yourself saying?
I am a lone wolf.

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Don't give a f*** about what others think. Do what you want to do. Be yourself.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
Dorian Yates or Alex costa.

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
My own physical and mental transformation.

Some general comments I would like to share are:
People nowadays are busy finding excuses rather than putting in hard work. Too many weak-minded people around.
Photo Credit: Narendra Sonkar

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