Digital Narratives and Their Role in Contemporary Cultural Expression

  • Authors

    • Dr. Deepak Mishra Professor, University of Lucknow, India. Author

    DOI:

    https://doi.org/10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2023PII5Q2Z

    Published 07-05-2023

  • Digital Narratives, Cultural Expression, Interactive Storytelling, Transmedia, Virtual Reality, Social Media, Audience Engagement, Digital Culture

    Issue

    Vol. 6 No. 2 (2023)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    [1]
    D. Mishra, “Digital Narratives and Their Role in Contemporary Cultural Expression”, IJIRHT, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 01–12, Jul. 2023, doi: 10.67228/3071561X/IJIRHT-2023PII5Q2Z.

  • Abstract

    Digital narratives are transforming storytelling by moving beyond linear formats into interactive, multimedia, and participatory experiences. Forms such as hypertext, virtual reality, augmented reality, and social media storytelling enable immersive and personalized narratives, turning audiences into active participants. These narratives democratize storytelling by amplifying diverse and marginalized voices, challenging dominant cultural perspectives, and supporting cultural preservation. Using a mixed-methods approach, this study analyzes audience engagement and content across platforms, highlighting the impact of interactivity and multimodality on emotional connection and participation. While challenges like the digital divide, privacy, and misinformation persist, digital narratives offer significant potential for creativity, cultural exchange, and social engagement, shaping contemporary culture and future storytelling practices.

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