Lamakaan

Zaynab Ali, Hyderabad's funniest podcaster
in conversation with one and only Anuj Gurwara

I belong to a sports family, have been an ex athlete myself. Played professional lawn tennis for 15yrs of my life. Due to injuries I quit and joined the corporate world and worked for companies like Amazon and Uber.
Started content creation during the Pandemic. Worked with a renowned YT channel called Hyderabad diaries. Later started my own channel and journey as a content creator on Instagram. Worked in my first web series - Modern Love Hyd. Stared an event company called Aangan and two clothing brands.

Brief - Former professional tennis player, Entrepreneur, Actor & Content Creator

Anuj Gurwara is a multi-faceted artist from Hyderabad with over two decades of experience across various verticals of the industry. He is one of India’s leading anchors and a Communications Coach. Anuj is also an award-winning singer - having debuted with the song Panchadara Bomma from SS Rajamouli’s film Magadheera - that won him the Filmfare Award for Best Singer, amongst many other accolades.

A highly experienced Voice Artist, he has been the Hindi voice of The Falcon (Avengers) since 2014. As an actor, Anuj has been part of films like Anand (Telugu; 2004), Maryada Ramanna (SS Rajamouli), Hyderabad Blues II Dhamaka (Hindi) and many more.

Most importantly, he has been a long time friend of Lamakaan.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Khumar by Adnan Salem (Ghazals)

Adnan Salem is an internationally renowned classical ghazal singer & composer from Hyderabad.

He is the desciple of Ustad Munawar Ali Khan Sahab (Son of Padma Bhushan Ustad Bade Ghulam Ali Khan Sahab) & his son Ustad Raza Ali Khan Sahab

Belongs to Kasur Patiala Gharana

Adnan is a qualified civil engineer & runs his own business. He is the former State Coordinator for RGI projects in J&K, UP & West Bengal

Participated in several prestigious government cultural events & ghazal concerts across the country, performed in Doha Qatar, Muscat Oman.

Performed recently at IICC - India Islamic Cultural Centre, New Delhi and IIC - India International Centre, New Delhi.

Presented by Ustad Sabir Khan in Kolkata, an exclusive Ghazal Concert by Adnan Salem.


This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

"Footnotes of Life” is a play based mainly on randomly picked excerpts from our lives that speak volumes about the unsaid emotions relevant to any relationship, be it a personal relationship or just a chance meeting with any stranger.

Here we have excerpts from a situation wherein two young men from totally different backgrounds happen to meet and how their conversation leads to an unbreakable bond.

Story of two boys, one from an affluent business background and the other from a small village.

One sees life with a "VR glass," living in a virtual world of the privileged class of the country who is disappointed in his father for choosing the same exotic foreign country for holidays for the second time in a row.

The other comes from a farming family whose father is a victim of the agrarian crises of our country and attempted suicide to save his family from loan sharks.

These two meet at a scholarship exam and strike up a conversation that results in an unbreakable bond.

The play gradually touches the emotional chord of every human life.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Kathak yatra-
Kathak originated in temples- Kathak, one of India’s prominent and widely-known classical dance form, is a glorious legacy of
culture, representing a rich heritage of poetry, literature, mythology, philosophy and emotions.
Originally, artists known as the Kathakaars told mythological stories (harikatha) in the
temples of northern India which was deeply rooted in philosophy and
spirituality.
Court period - Kathak was practised in the magnificent palaces of Hindu emperors and those
of Mughal rulers. From being a devotional temple art to becoming an intricate dance form, it
enriched itself with the Persian culture and as such, the aesthetics of the dance evolved,
transforming Kathak with elaborate costumes and Persian influences. The Kathakaars communicate
stories through rhythmic foot movements, hand gestures, facial expressions and eye work.
Proscenium period- after independence it is performed on the stage where the audience is in front of the artists. It is widely appreciated dance form in the world. A lot of experimental works are presented apart from the traditional repertoire.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Talat Mahmood @100 (songs and talk)

Celebrate 100 years of the iconic singing star Talat Mahmood with his biographer Sahar Zaman. She has recently authored the award-winning book “Talat Mahmood The Definitive Biography” to mark his centenary year with exclusive stories and anecdotes from his life in films, Ghazals, world tours and family adventures.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Aradhana in Concert
Aradhana Karhade Shastri, born in a musical family, started learning music from her mother late. Smt. Usha Karhade and then continued learning from father, late. Dr. N.K. Karhade.

Surendra Bharti

Trained in Hindustani Vocal music under Pandit Vajendra Aashrith.
Trained in Harmonium under Late Pandit Vasudev Rao ji Lasinkar.
In his musical journey of over five decades, he has accompanied on the harmonium, almost all of the leading vocalists of India including numerous concerts over the years with Pandit Jasraj, Vidushi Malini Rajurkar, Vidushi Prabha Atre, Pandit Rajan-Sajan Mishra among many stalwarts of Hindustan music.

He is a Chartered Accountant by profession and a Musician by passion!


Vivek Kayal is a well known tabla artist and Tabla teacher of Hyderabad.
He is a senior disciple of Late. Pandit Suhas Shastri ji of Hyderabad and also learnt Tabla under Taalyogi padmashree. Pandit Suresh Talwalkar ji of Pune.
He has completed his Sangeet Alankar and is a graded artist of All india radio.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Remembering, Reconciling and Forgiving

1948 Hyderabad Readings, edited by Mohammed Ayub Khan, Anant Maringanti and Gita Ramaswamy, 334 pages, Rs. 600 Why does remembering Hyderabad of 1948 still matter? For generations, people have held on to fragments of this time—memories locked away, untold stories, unspoken grief. For countless families, the events of 1948 weren’t just history—they were a rupture, a moment when public upheaval became deeply personal.
This anthology is a treasure chest of voices from that era. Some are firsthand accounts, raw and vivid. Others are the work of researchers trying to untangle the complexity of what really happened. Still others are carefully curated resources by people who knew how vital it was to preserve this history. Together, they weave a rich tapestry of a time that shaped not just Hyderabad, but the lives of countless people who called it home.

Anant Maringanti is a Hyderabadi, a geographer, an urbanist, an enthusiast for the idea of non territorial belongings - the Deccan for instance. He is co-founder and director of Hyderabad Urban Lab, a multi disciplinary action research centre.
Gita Ramaswamy is best known for her work with Hyderabad Book Trust that has published over four hundred and fifty titles in Telugu since 1980. HBT has now started an English imprint, SouthSide Books.

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Bollywood and Indian Society - Reel se Real tak (Conversation)
Films have often conveyed popular culture far better than any other medium. And have documented changes in society, polity and culture in real time. This powerful medium has been most articulate in analysing policy impact on the citizenship. This conversation looks at this lesser studied contribution that Indian cinema has made. Amir Ullah Khan will discuss this issue with one of our finest film makers, In this the name Victor should be Vijay Krishna Acharya whose understanding and insight into films is unparalleled

This event is part of Lamakaan’s 15th Annual Celebrations!

ALL ARE WELCOME!

Shyam Benegal, a luminary in Indian cinema, has shaped the narrative of socially conscious filmmaking with his nuanced storytelling and deep understanding of human emotions. Known for his ability to weave compelling narratives around everyday lives, Benegal's films explore the complexities of socio-economic realities, gender dynamics, and cultural traditions. From his debut masterpiece Ankur to the celebrated Manthan and Bhumika, his work transcends entertainment, offering a profound commentary on societal structures. His films stand as a testament to the power of cinema as a medium for change, earning him a revered place among India’s greatest auteurs.

This January, our tribute film festival celebrates Shyam Benegal’s unparalleled contributions to Indian cinema. Every Wednesday evening, audiences are invited to revisit his iconic works, engage with their timeless relevance, and explore his unique cinematic language. The retrospective serves as an ode to his artistic genius and an opportunity to inspire new generations of filmmakers and cinephiles to carry forward his legacy of meaningful storytelling.

Film Title: MANDI | 1983 | 167 Mins | India | Hindi with English Subtitles

About the film: Mandi (English: Market Place) is a 1983 Hindi-language film directed by Shyam Benegal. Based on a classic Urdu short story, Aanandi, by writer Ghulam Abbas, the film narrates the story of a brothel situated in the heart of a city, an area that some politicians want for its prime locality. The film is a satirical comedy on politics and prostitution and stars Shabana Azmi, Smita Patil, and Naseeruddin Shah, among others.

The film won the 1984 National Film Award for Best Art Direction for Nitish Roy. It was selected at the Indian Panorama at Filmostav, Bombay, in 1984, and was invited to the Los Angeles Exposition (FILMEX), the Hong Kong International Film Festival 1984, and the London Film Festival 1983.

Mandi is the Hindi film with the highest number of Filmfare Award winners (12) in the cast (Smita Patil, Shabana Azmi, Neena Gupta, Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, Saeed Jaffrey, Annu Kapoor, Satish Kaushik, Pankaj Kapur, Amrish Puri, Ila Arun and K. K. Raina). Additionally, the film includes (4) Filmfare nominees in the cast (Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Anita Kanwar, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Soni Razdan).

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!

On January 23rd, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose was born and has inspired many youth to join the fight for Indian Independence. He was a youth icon, a visionary and the one who believed that India's Cultural Development and Economic Development can go hand in hand.

Our organization Bharat Dekho is celebrating his birthday and will share his inspiration through stories, poems, Short film discussions and photo gallery.

The 'Women Question' or the question of women's liberation has long occupied the centre-stage in the discussions within both Marxist and Feminist paradigms. There have been innumerable attempts to build a bridge between the two through a middle-road approach by those who call themselves 'Marxist Feminists', 'Socialist Feminists' or 'Proletarian Feminists'. However, the relationship between Marxism and Feminism has remained and continues to remain a rather strained and controversial one. In our next program we plan to discuss and ask that can there be really a "union" between Marxism and Feminism which some have termed ironically as an unhappy one? Also, what does this 'dual-systems' approach - Feminism for dealing with the question of women's oppression and Marxism for dealing with the question of economic/class exploitation - offer in terms of real transformatory and emancipatory politics, not just for a handful of women but for the masses of women? This is not some peripheral issue but an issue of utmost fundamental importance for all those who want to change the current state of affairs vis-a-vis gender oppression in general and women oppression in particular.

To discuss questions like these and many more, ‘In Defense of Reason’ has invited Shivani Kaul, a political activist based in Delhi who is engaged in working-class organizing. Shivani is also President of 'Delhi State Anganwadi Workers and Helpers Union'.

Experience the captivating world of micro-pencil art at our exhibition! Witness intricately carved sculptures, miniature designs, and personalized names crafted on pencil tips. This unique showcase highlights precision and creativity, offering an unforgettable journey into the artistry of miniature carving.

Samahaara
presents

Oscar Wilde’s
“THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST"
(English Play)

A Trivial Comedy for Serious People

Produced by Anjali Parvati Koda
Directed by Rathna Shekar

Bookings at in.bookmyshow.com

“The Importance of Being Earnest” revolves around two bachelors, Jack `John` Worthing and Algernon `Algy` Moncrieff. They both lead a double life, aided by a fictional alterego, to escape the hassles caused by societal obligations. John’s alterego is his wicked younger brother, Ernest; and Algy’s is his permanent invalid friend, Bunbury, who are both indispensably resourceful. They attempt to win the hearts of two women, Gwenolden Fairfax and Cecily Cardew, respectively.

However, complications arise when the women discover that their beaus are not as “Earnest” as they claim to be. To top it all, the conflict reaches its zenith with the formidable Lady Bracknell’s earnest disapproval of their sordid affair. Will Jack and Algy successfully overcome all obstacles to get the women of their dreams?

With jealous fiancées, mixed-up lies, a villainous matriarch and a controversial handbag, this play guarantees an evening of laughter. `Bunbury` with us through this whimsical tale of deception, disguise, misadventure and love, and witness one of the most famous comedies to have ever been written!

We are writing to kindly request your support in hosting our Board Meeting at Lamakaan on 26th January 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

About Rotaract:
Rotaract is an international organization of young professionals and students who are committed to making a positive impact on their communities through service, leadership, and professional development. With a presence in over 180 countries, Rotaract fosters goodwill, collaboration, and social change.

About the Rotaract Club of Utkarsh:
As part of Rotaract District 3150, the Rotaract Club of Utkarsh is dedicated to creating meaningful projects that focus on education, environment, personal growth, and community welfare. Our Board Meetings are pivotal in strategizing and planning initiatives that benefit society while empowering our members to grow as leaders and changemakers.

Why Lamakaan?
Lamakaan, as a cultural and intellectual hub, aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering collaboration and innovation. The open and inclusive environment at Lamakaan would provide the ideal setting for our team to discuss and plan impactful projects. Moreover, by hosting our meeting at Lamakaan, we would be introducing our members to your vibrant space, potentially encouraging greater engagement and collaboration with your events and initiatives in the future.

We assure you that our meeting will be conducted in a professional and respectful manner, adhering to all guidelines set by your team.

We look forward to the possibility of working together and hope for a positive response. Please let us know the process to confirm the booking or any additional details you may require.

Thank you for considering our request.

Warm regards,
Tannmay Gupta
President
Rotaract Club of Utkarsh
RID 3150
9494056261

Namburi Paripurna, the late comrade of Left movement, is a writer, activist, actor and organisor of various political issues. In her memory, her family decided to organise a meeting where a soccially responsible organisation is gifted with a donation along with a detailed discussion by a renowned person on any socio political issue.

Shyam Benegal, a luminary in Indian cinema, has shaped the narrative of socially conscious filmmaking with his nuanced storytelling and deep understanding of human emotions. Known for his ability to weave compelling narratives around everyday lives, Benegal's films explore the complexities of socio-economic realities, gender dynamics, and cultural traditions. From his debut masterpiece Ankur to the celebrated Manthan and Bhumika, his work transcends entertainment, offering a profound commentary on societal structures. His films stand as a testament to the power of cinema as a medium for change, earning him a revered place among India’s greatest auteurs.

This January, our tribute film festival celebrates Shyam Benegal’s unparalleled contributions to Indian cinema. Every Wednesday evening, audiences are invited to revisit his iconic works, engage with their timeless relevance, and explore his unique cinematic language. The retrospective serves as an ode to his artistic genius and an opportunity to inspire new generations of filmmakers and cinephiles to carry forward his legacy of meaningful storytelling.

Film Title: WELL DONE ABBA | 2010 | 144 Mins | India | Hindi with English Subtitles

About the film: Well Done Abba (transl. Well Done Dad) is a 2010 Indian political satire Hindi film directed by Shyam Benegal, starring Boman Irani, Minissha Lamba, and Sameer Dattani in pivotal roles. It is the remake of the 2007 Marathi film Jau Tithe Khau. It was based on three short stories: Narsaiyyan Ki Bavdi by Jeelani Bano, Phulwa Ka Pul by Sanjeev, and Still Waters by Jayant Kripalani. The screenplay was written by Jayant Kripalani and Ashok Mishra, who also wrote the dialogues. It won the 2009 National Film Award for Best Film on Social Issues.

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!

This is a painting workshop by an upcoming artists, the aim is to sparkle the joy of colors and painting in the residents of hyderabad. This workshop would be taken by the artist, Ipshita Mahapatra who runs a page by the name of aakaar.by.ipshita. This would be a paid event, but we will charge the minimal amount to just cover for the art supplies and that is it.

Abhinaya Kalanilayam is a prestigious institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of classical dance and performing arts. Guided by experienced gurus and mentors, the academy offers a platform for students to explore the profound depths of dance forms like Kuchipudi, and other traditional styles while encouraging innovation and artistic exploration.Abhinaya Kalanilayam continues to inspire a new generation of performers to uphold and redefine the essence of Indian performing arts.

Are you excited about transforming food systems for a sustainable future? With the world’s largest population to feed and disproportionately vulnerable to the climate crisis, India stands at a crossroads. Join leaders, experts, and socially conscious citizens to align on common goals, form a coalition for the planet, and champion equitable, plant-based solutions.

Are you excited about transforming food systems for a sustainable future? With the world’s largest population to feed and disproportionately vulnerable to the climate crisis, India stands at a crossroads. Join leaders, experts, and socially conscious citizens to align on common goals, form a coalition for the planet, and champion equitable, plant-based solutions.

Calling all POTTERHEADS💕

Join us for the Harry Potter Journaling Date on Feb 9, 2025 (3:00 - 5:30 p.m.) at Lamakaan, Banjara Hills

Design your magical journal cover, make your poly juice potion, compete in our fun quiz & win amazing gifts!

Fee: ₹934/- (inclusive of refreshments)
All ages are welcome!
Limited Spots

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

Communal Harmony Film Festival - 28th February to 2nd March 2018 16 years ago on the morning of 27th February 2002 Godhra train burning accident occurred in which 59 people were killed. This event triggered massive violence and pogrom against Muslims in Gujarat, killing 2000 people. Many believe, ‘Godhara train tragedy’ was a conspiracy to attack minorities and consolidate the Hindu vote bank in the state. There were several commissions constituted to investigate Godhra and post Godhra carnage. The reports submitted by the commissions identified several criminals but nothing has been done to book them and bring justice to the victims of the communal riots. Post Godhara many sporadic to regular communal riots have taken place from Muzaffarnagar to Kasgunj etc and they keep happening in the name of cow slaughter, anti nationalism, religion, love jihad etc. This film festival tries to find the reasons why people of the same country are ready to slit the throats of each other in the name of religion, caste. India is a land of multi cultural diversity and plurality where communities have been living and managed to survive the test of time. Why is it that we are not being able to co-exist with harmony and peace in the recent times? Have we become pawns in the hands of political parties who can trigger riots anytime to gain undue advantage? What is the way out to deal these day to day increasing riots in the country? Can we understand the game of these vested interested and do not fall prey their cheap discourses which only promote hate and vengeance against communities? The aim of the festival is to protect the secular fabric of India and to sensitize masses on the issues of peace and harmony and to wither away the communal agenda of some political parties. ENTRY TO THE FESTIVAL IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL!!! Post screening of the films discussion will follow! 28th Febraury (Wednesday) - 6pm Film: Ram Ke Naam (In the name of God) (1992) Directed by Anand Patwardhan. Duration: 75 min. Language: Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: The film explores the campaign waged by the Hindu-nationalist Vishva Hindu Parishad to build a Ram temple at the site of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, as well as the communal violence that it triggered. A couple of months after Ram ke Naam was released, VHP activists demolished the Babri Masjid in 1992, provoking further violence. The film earned Patwardhan a wide recognition, and received several national and international awards. 1st March (Thursday) - 4pm Film: Final Solution (2004) Directed by Rakesh Sharma. Duration: 210 min. Language: Gujrati, Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: Final Solution is a 2004 documentary film directed by Rakesh Sharma concerning the 2002 Gujarat pogrom in which both Hindu and Muslims are targeted in the state of Gujarat by political extremists. In order to rationalize their violence, Hindu extremists had made the claim that their actions were in fact a "spontaneous response" to the Godhra Train Burning incident on 27 February 2002. But as the film proceeds with victims continuing to come forward and share their experiences, a more unsettling possibility seems to emerge- that far from being a spontaneous expression of outrage, the anti-Muslim violence had been carefully coordinated and planned. An official estimate states that 254 Hindus and 790 Muslims were killed during the riots, with 223 more missing. The documentary consists mostly of interviews, with both Muslims and Hindus, of multiple generations, and both sexes, with different views regarding the causes, justifications and the actual events of the violence that occurred, as well as their prospects for the future. 1st March (Thursday) – 7.00pm Film: Kya Hua Iss Shehar Ko? (What Happened to This City?) (1986) Directed by Deepa Dhanraj. Duration: 95 min. Language: Dakhani, Telugu (English subtitles) Synopsis: A pioneering political work of contemporary relevance: Communal violence between Hindus and Muslims in 1984 forms the starting point for this film, whose complexity lends it immense political force. The film's historical perspective is provided by a thorough commentary, which gives the camera's particular presence the necessary depth and complexity. The mechanisms of political power struggles, the dynamics among those that hold power and the instrumentalisation of economic relations and urban poverty make for a striking analysis, uniquely anticipating the subsequent development of communalist conflicts and the politics of marginalization.

2nd March (Friday) – 4pm Film: Muzzafarnagar Baaqi Hai (2015) Directed by Nakul Singh Sawhney. Duration: 136 min. Language: Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: In September 2013, Muzaffarnagar and Shamli districts of Western Uttar Pradesh, India, witnessed one of India's worst ever pogrom since Indian Independence. More than 100 people were killed and close to 80,000 people were displaced. In the past, the two districts have seen relative harmony between Muslims and Hindus. What happened this time? 'Muzaffarnagar Baaqi Hai...' (Muzaffarnagar eventually...) straddles between various socio-political-economic dynamics in the areas that have been affected by the violence. This documentary speaks to a cross-section of people. While looking at the immediate violence and it's repercussions, it takes a journey around the many facets of the massacre- the question of a woman's 'honour', which becomes the biggest rallying point to instigate people, the way communal polarisation was orchestrated, the merging of caste identity politics within the larger political fold and the breakdown of the once powerful farmers' union - Bhartiya Kissan Union 2nd March (Friday) – 7.00pm Film: Who Killed Gandhi (2015) Directed by Anand Ramayya. Duration: 50 min. Language: English Synopsis: Who Killed Gandhi? is an investigation into assassin Nathuram Vinayak Godse, his mentor Vinakay Damodar Savarkar, and the murder of a man considered by many to be a saint and the father of modern India, Mahatma Gandhi. The story of the characters involved and muliple attempts on Gandhi's life reveal the complexities behind it, which have been cloaked in mystery and are only now coming to light. Gandhi's radical vision of a non-violent, multicultural society was in direct opposition to that of his opponents, inevitably leading to his violent death. What emerges is an epic battle of clashing ideologies set in a formative era that would define the world we live in today.

Communal Harmony Film Festival - 28th February to 2nd March 2018 16 years ago on the morning of 27th February 2002 Godhra train burning accident occurred in which 59 people were killed. This event triggered massive violence and pogrom against Muslims in Gujarat, killing 2000 people. Many believe, ‘Godhara train tragedy’ was a conspiracy to attack minorities and consolidate the Hindu vote bank in the state. There were several commissions constituted to investigate Godhra and post Godhra carnage. The reports submitted by the commissions identified several criminals but nothing has been done to book them and bring justice to the victims of the communal riots. Post Godhara many sporadic to regular communal riots have taken place from Muzaffarnagar to Kasgunj etc and they keep happening in the name of cow slaughter, anti nationalism, religion, love jihad etc. This film festival tries to find the reasons why people of the same country are ready to slit the throats of each other in the name of religion, caste. India is a land of multi cultural diversity and plurality where communities have been living and managed to survive the test of time. Why is it that we are not being able to co-exist with harmony and peace in the recent times? Have we become pawns in the hands of political parties who can trigger riots anytime to gain undue advantage? What is the way out to deal these day to day increasing riots in the country? Can we understand the game of these vested interested and do not fall prey their cheap discourses which only promote hate and vengeance against communities? The aim of the festival is to protect the secular fabric of India and to sensitize masses on the issues of peace and harmony and to wither away the communal agenda of some political parties. ENTRY TO THE FESTIVAL IS FREE AND OPEN TO ALL!!! Post screening of the films discussion will follow! 28th Febraury (Wednesday) - 6pm Film: Ram Ke Naam (In the name of God) (1992) Directed by Anand Patwardhan. Duration: 75 min. Language: Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: The film explores the campaign waged by the Hindu-nationalist Vishva Hindu Parishad to build a Ram temple at the site of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya, as well as the communal violence that it triggered. A couple of months after Ram ke Naam was released, VHP activists demolished the Babri Masjid in 1992, provoking further violence. The film earned Patwardhan a wide recognition, and received several national and international awards. 1st March (Thursday) - 4pm Film: Final Solution (2004) Directed by Rakesh Sharma. Duration: 210 min. Language: Gujrati, Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: Final Solution is a 2004 documentary film directed by Rakesh Sharma concerning the 2002 Gujarat pogrom in which both Hindu and Muslims are targeted in the state of Gujarat by political extremists. In order to rationalize their violence, Hindu extremists had made the claim that their actions were in fact a "spontaneous response" to the Godhra Train Burning incident on 27 February 2002. But as the film proceeds with victims continuing to come forward and share their experiences, a more unsettling possibility seems to emerge- that far from being a spontaneous expression of outrage, the anti-Muslim violence had been carefully coordinated and planned. An official estimate states that 254 Hindus and 790 Muslims were killed during the riots, with 223 more missing. The documentary consists mostly of interviews, with both Muslims and Hindus, of multiple generations, and both sexes, with different views regarding the causes, justifications and the actual events of the violence that occurred, as well as their prospects for the future. 1st March (Thursday) – 7.00pm Film: Kya Hua Iss Shehar Ko? (What Happened to This City?) (1986) Directed by Deepa Dhanraj. Duration: 95 min. Language: Dakhani, Telugu (English subtitles) Synopsis: A pioneering political work of contemporary relevance: Communal violence between Hindus and Muslims in 1984 forms the starting point for this film, whose complexity lends it immense political force. The film's historical perspective is provided by a thorough commentary, which gives the camera's particular presence the necessary depth and complexity. The mechanisms of political power struggles, the dynamics among those that hold power and the instrumentalisation of economic relations and urban poverty make for a striking analysis, uniquely anticipating the subsequent development of communalist conflicts and the politics of marginalization.

2nd March (Friday) – 4pm Film: Muzzafarnagar Baaqi Hai (2015) Directed by Nakul Singh Sawhney. Duration: 136 min. Language: Hindi (English subtitles) Synopsis: In September 2013, Muzaffarnagar and Shamli districts of Western Uttar Pradesh, India, witnessed one of India's worst ever pogrom since Indian Independence. More than 100 people were killed and close to 80,000 people were displaced. In the past, the two districts have seen relative harmony between Muslims and Hindus. What happened this time? 'Muzaffarnagar Baaqi Hai...' (Muzaffarnagar eventually...) straddles between various socio-political-economic dynamics in the areas that have been affected by the violence. This documentary speaks to a cross-section of people. While looking at the immediate violence and it's repercussions, it takes a journey around the many facets of the massacre- the question of a woman's 'honour', which becomes the biggest rallying point to instigate people, the way communal polarisation was orchestrated, the merging of caste identity politics within the larger political fold and the breakdown of the once powerful farmers' union - Bhartiya Kissan Union 2nd March (Friday) – 7.00pm Film: Who Killed Gandhi (2015) Directed by Anand Ramayya. Duration: 50 min. Language: English Synopsis: Who Killed Gandhi? is an investigation into assassin Nathuram Vinayak Godse, his mentor Vinakay Damodar Savarkar, and the murder of a man considered by many to be a saint and the father of modern India, Mahatma Gandhi. The story of the characters involved and muliple attempts on Gandhi's life reveal the complexities behind it, which have been cloaked in mystery and are only now coming to light. Gandhi's radical vision of a non-violent, multicultural society was in direct opposition to that of his opponents, inevitably leading to his violent death. What emerges is an epic battle of clashing ideologies set in a formative era that would define the world we live in today.

Patachitra - An ancient Folk Art of story, song renditioning with the help of paintings - an audio visual art by Paschim Bangla's National awardee Ranjit (Bahar) Chitrakar and his group Jorana.

Patachitra - called Patam Katha in South is an ancient folk art mentioned in the Puranas and other early literature.

Patachitra, an ancient folk art , is appreciated by art lovers all over the world for its effortless style of drawings, colours, lines and space usage.

The word Patta in Sanskrit means a strip of cloth. The artists are called Patuas. Patuas do not just paint, they also sing as they unfurl the painting scroll to show it to the audience. These songs in Bengali are known as Pater Gaan. The songs are of wide variety ranging from traditional mythological tales and tribal rituals to stories based on modern Indian history and contemporary issues like protecting forests and public health. Patuas generally use natural colours, which they procure from various trees, leaves, flowers and clays.

The stories this evening are told by a generation of storytellers Bahar, Siraj and Sirajadullah.

They will narrate stories of Ramayan, Krishnaleela, Chandimangal, Manasamangal with the help of crawings done by themselves.

All are welcome. Entry - Free.

An informal discussion with scientists, Sawaal-Jawaab is a public science outreach initiative of TIFR Hyderabad.

Write Club Hyderabad helps you pen your thoughts, spill your mind and finally make an appointment with the writer in your head. We conduct free, weekly events that foster writing. Our Meetups aim at helping writers reach their goals in a supportive, collaborative, social setting. Writing doesn't have to be all by oneself. We welcome anyone who writes, regardless of genre, language or age. We have members writing novels, short stories, poetry, screenplays, essays, school reports and more. What we do, basically: One of the members of Write Club (anyone with a participation count over 2 consecutive meetups) hosts a session. They bring forth a theme and writing exercises. We all then write to the host’s prompts and guidelines for about an hour. Once we're done writing, we read out our write-ups (optional). We also exchange feedback and constructively critique each other's works. Entry is free, anyone with an interest in writing can walk in. Bring your writing devices and we’re all set! We promise to provide you with good coffee and a super-creative conversation. We have Write Club sessions every Saturday afternoon – 3 to 6 PM

K-Circle's monthly quiz at Lamakaan. Open to all.

Jack Chesney and Charley Wyekham are in love. They are desperate to find the most suitable means to declare their love to the beautiful Kitty Verdun and the adorable Amy Spettigue. Mr. Stephen Spettigue, Kitty's guardian and Amy's uncle, loathes the two boys profusely, and has found most effective method to bring an end to this problem, dashing the girls away to Scotland. Fortune favors them, as Old Spettigue is required to make a trip out of town before they leave for Scotland. The boys decide that it is now or never, they must profess their love but just then Charley gets a message from his Aunt, one that he has never met in person till now, is arriving the same day.

Will Old Spettigue return to play spoil sport to their plans? Will Charley's Aunt prove to be boon or bane? Come find out.

Patachitra - An ancient Folk Art of story, song renditioning with the help of paintings - an audio visual art by Paschim Bangla's National awardee Ranjit (Bahar) Chitrakar and his group Jorana.

Patachitra - called Patam Katha in South is an ancient folk art mentioned in the Puranas and other early literature.

Patachitra, an ancient folk art , is appreciated by art lovers all over the world for its effortless style of drawings, colours, lines and space usage.

The word Patta in Sanskrit means a strip of cloth. The artists are called Patuas. Patuas do not just paint, they also sing as they unfurl the painting scroll to show it to the audience. These songs in Bengali are known as Pater Gaan. The songs are of wide variety ranging from traditional mythological tales and tribal rituals to stories based on modern Indian history and contemporary issues like protecting forests and public health. Patuas generally use natural colours, which they procure from various trees, leaves, flowers and clays.

The stories this evening are told by a generation of storytellers Bahar, Siraj and Sirajadullah.

They will narrate stories of Ramayan, Krishnaleela, Chandimangal, Manasamangal with the help of crawings done by themselves.

All are welcome. Entry - Free.

This is a closed private meet for the volunteers of Hyderabad.

The Drama School Mumbai conducts Open Day workshops in different cities from December to April every year. The purpose of Open Days is to create awareness about the school's Post Graduate Diploma in Acting and Theatre-making. The workshops are an opportunity to come and learn about the lives of our students from the people who know it best - our faculty and alumni.

Aadhaar has been in the news for contentious reasons and our speakers will be analyzing various issues including supreme court hearings, privacy and mass surveillance concerns, security issues and associated vulnerabilities and exclusion resulting from authentication problems.

Speakers: Mr. Raghuram Godavarthi, Mr. Prashant Reddy and Mr. Srinivas Kodali.

The Quantum Indians is a compelling new film by Raja Choudhury that tells the story of 3 forgotten Indian scientists Satyendra Nath Bose, CV Raman and Meghnad Saha who revolutionized Physics and Indian Science in the early part of the 20th century by giving the world Bosons, the Raman Effect, the Saha Equation and India's first and only Nobel for Science. This will be followed by a short discussion on Indian Science.

When you see home-movie footage from, say, the 1940s, the images look old, but the people in them appear, more or less, to inhabit the same universe that we do. But when you see documentary footage from the late 19th century, it has an entirely different, slightly spooky not-of-this-world quality. Is it because of the primitive scratchy images? The more archaic visual-recording technology? No, it’s because the people in the images lack even a hint of the awareness of image-making technology. They have no media in their souls, and that marks them as pre-modern spirits.

“Dawson City: Frozen Time” is a one-of-a-kind curio of a movie that captures, through a collage of photographs, silent documentary footage, and pre-talkie Hollywood film, the story of a Canadian mining town from the 1890s up through the early decades of the 20th century. But it’s really telling the story of the birth of the modern age, and the remarkable thing is that the movie acquires the quality of a time machine. You don’t just watch “Dawson City.” You step into it to and draw back a magical curtain on the past, entering a world of buried memory that’s the precursor to our own.

Farming Injustice - The impact of Israeli agro-tech in Telangana and Palestine.

Since the 90s Israeli corporations are involved in Telangana’s agriculture. Starting from the Kuppam project in the 90s to the so-called Centers of Excellence to be set up under the Indo-Israeli agricultural project and the recently announced trips for over 1000 agricultural state officials to Israel, ostensibly for training purposes, dozens of crores of public money fund Israeli projects in the state.

This dialogue with farmers from Palestine and Telangana wants to look at the impact of these state sponsored projects on farmers in the state and the Palestinian suffering from Israel’s agricultural policies, central to their dispossession and colonisation. It will relate experiences of struggle against Israel’s corporate takeover of agriculture in other regions of the world.

An Evening of Surrealist Shorts
Join us in exploring the origins of cinematic surrealism in France with this curated selection of shorts by pioneers such as Germaine Dulac, Luis Buñuel, Salvador Dali, Man Ray, and Jean Painlevé. It may surprise you to discover their audacity in pushing the limits of cinema has rarely, if at all, been equaled since.

Plan for the event:
1. Introduction to the films
2. Screening @5:10 pm sharp
3. Post screening discussion (15 minutes)

Women in Resistance in Telangana- Movie Screening and Sharing of Experiences

Bharat Ke Nirmata- Women in Resistance (By Shubham with Media Collective, Delhi) is a film that documents the sharing of challenges, concerns, hopes and dreams of women who were and are part of many people's movements across India.

Through stories, poetry, music and dance, the women narrate their lived experiences of what made them who they are and their struggle with family, society, state, religion and patriarchy.

The event shall begin with the screening of this film be followed by a panel discussion with seven women from different people's movements from Telangana. Every speaker shall speak on three major themes- personal journeys and struggles, their experiences in the immediate political struggle that they are leading or are a part of, and their vision for life and the world.

The film runs for 52 minutes after which the panel members shall speak for ten minutes each followed by an hour long open floor for audience questions and discussions.

Participants will be trained in the following areas.

1. Browsing Anonymously with Tor;
2. Using Encrypted communications platforms like Signal;
3. Using Email encryption;
4. Secure password management;

This workshop will follow a hands-on approach. Participants should bring their laptops and mobile devices.

More about workshop:

In the times of Big Data and Internet of Things, digital security has become more significant than ever. Data-driven private giants are rapidly collecting and analyzing vast amounts of personal data belonging to individuals. Every electronic device and service today has the ability to monitor its users’ activities in excruciating detail, spawning an entire industry that treats data as money. As corporations come up with new and inventive ways to monetize personal data, civil liberties such as the right to privacy are often left by the wayside.

In addition, there have been instances where cyber-attacks have compromised highly sensitive personal information on a very large scale (such as the attack on Equifax that leaked social security numbers), proving that cyber-security is no longer a niche area. Increasing reliance on the Internet and smart devices is exposing people to more cyber-security threats, and the problem will only be compounded as technology permeates ever deeper into daily lives.

In this scenario, it is a cause for concern that most users remain unaware of the privacy and security risks that they face on a daily basis, or the nature and extent of damage that stands to be done in consequence.

This 'Digital Security Training’ Workshop is an effort towards raising awareness in this regard and help building digital security of attendees.

Who is a "real" man?
What are the qualities that he must posses?
What renders him "unmanly?

This screening is aimed at starting a collectively discussion about some of these questions.

Film: Mardistan (Macholand): Reflections on Indian Manhood
Dir: Harjant Gill
Duration: 30mins

Mardistan looks at conventions and conversations surrounding masculinity in Punjab through the articulations of four men.
Gurpreet is a father of twin girls. Tarun is the student who takes his romantic cues from Yo Yo Honey Singh. Dhananjay is a gay man who lives with his wife because if he divorced her, she would become a social outcast. Sandhu grew up hearing his father being called "namard" because he didn't hit Sandhu's schizophrenic mother.

This Screening and discussion is organized by Films & Conversations on Sexualities & Genders (FCSG), in partnership with Queer Campus Hyderabad (QCH) and Anveshi.

Makhdoom, the revolutionary poet, lived in Hyderabad. A progressive writer, a poet of great sensitivity, a revolutionary with deep sensitivity.
Makhdoom’s thoughts and poetics are explored through his poems and ghazals by Hyderabad’s famous ghazal singer, Adnan Salem. The set includes his political poems, love ballads, and ghazals.

Performed by Adnan Salem
Directed by Prof Anwar Moazzam

ALL ARE WELCOME!!!
Entry Free and on first-come-first-served-basis

2 DAY WORKSHOP IN INDIAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ISL)

Youth4Jobs Foundation and Lamakaan brings you an amazing first of its kind workshop to learn, practice and communicate: SIGN YOUR WAY IN INDIAN SIGN LANGAUGE.

Learn from experts the language of silence, expressions and feelings.

Learn Greetings, Household Things, Relationships, Days and Months in Indian Sign Language.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE SILENCE. Ssshhhh…………..

Prior registration compulsory.

Write Club Hyderabad helps you pen your thoughts, spill your mind and finally make an appointment with the writer in your head. We conduct free, weekly events that foster writing. Our Meetups aim at helping writers reach their goals in a supportive, collaborative, social setting. Writing doesn't have to be all by oneself. We welcome anyone who writes, regardless of genre, language or age. We have members writing novels, short stories, poetry, screenplays, essays, school reports and more. What we do, basically: One of the members of Write Club (anyone with a participation count over 2 consecutive meetups) hosts a session. They bring forth a theme and writing exercises. We all then write to the host’s prompts and guidelines for about an hour. Once we're done writing, we read out our write-ups (optional). We also exchange feedback and constructively critique each other's works. Entry is free, anyone with an interest in writing can walk in. Bring your writing devices and we’re all set! We promise to provide you with good coffee and a super-creative conversation. We have Write Club sessions every Saturday afternoon – 3 to 6 PM

Performance by the students of Sri. Suhas Shastri and Aradhana Karhade Shastri followed by Vocal recital by Sri. Suresh Karhade.

Suresh Karhade’s Hindustani Classical Concert
Suresh Karhade, son and disciple of Dr. N.K. Karhade is a master of khayal in Gandharva gharana. After a long hiatus, he returns to a performance that opens with a bada khayal. Suhas Sastry accompanies him on tabla and Rahul Deshpande on harmonium.

On this Sunday morning through afternoon come and explore wide range of Organic Fruits, veggies & groceries Homemade Breads and other baked goods; Organic Lunch, Handicrafts and Handlooms, Handmade Jewelry, Terrace Gardening Corner, Creative Design Spaces. Every Sunday 10:30am - 1.30pm For details: 9642731329. Entry Free. All are Welcome.

2 DAY WORKSHOP IN INDIAN SIGN LANGUAGE (ISL)

Youth4Jobs Foundation and Lamakaan brings you an amazing first of its kind workshop to learn, practice and communicate: SIGN YOUR WAY IN INDIAN SIGN LANGAUGE.

Learn from experts the language of silence, expressions and feelings.

Learn Greetings, Household Things, Relationships, Days and Months in Indian Sign Language.

ARE YOU READY FOR THE SILENCE. Ssshhhh…………..

Prior registration compulsory.

The Dennis Powell Collective is an ensemble of musicians based out of Hyderabad.
The band has been together for the past few years and are proud to be the only jazz band in town.
We cover jazz standards, a bit of funk and the occasional pop song.

We are:
Dennis Powell - piano/keys
Benjamin Christopher - Bass guitar
George Hill - Saxophone
Savio Powell - Guitar
Karthik Kalyan - Drums
Shakila - Vocals

Chekka Bommalata of Burugupeta Village, Telangana State
As part of 8th Anniversary Celebration, Lamakaan is organizing Traditional Wooden String Puppetry-Chekka Bommlata or Koyya Bommlata at Lamakaan.

Chekka Bommlata or Koyya Bommlata –String Puppetry is pride of Telangana State. At present two Mothe troupes-One from Ammapuram which is quite well known and second is Burugupeta (lesser known) perform it.

They belong to Beda Budiga Jangam Community. The uniqueness of this Budiga Jangam community is they are good singing, music rendition and in folk art forms. Buduga Jangam is an artistic community which has more than 24 sub communities along with Bommalalollu, Sarada Kala Rupamvalu, Kakipapala, Ganayeti, Mandhechchu, and so on.

However, Buduga is a percussion instrument associated with the narration of Jangam Kathas or Kathalu. This instrument is also known as Buduga, Budiga, Dikki,and Gummeta in Telugu. This Buduga Jangam community is the traditional narrators of stories from mythology, epics, and heroic tales of the region.

They also performed the obsequies rites to the saivites and in return were paid Beda or byada coin by them. So, they are also known as Beda Jangam or Beda Budiga Jangam. 8 Beda or Byada (this is how they pronounce it) is equal to Re-1/- and 16 Ek Anna equals to 8 Bydalu.

Basically, Budiga Jangaluvalu are wandering hunters and food gatherer. However, present generation is quite well educated and chosen alternative profession for livelihood.
Mothe Shankar who is the grandson of octogenarian Mothe Ramaswamy is a photographer and has his own studio. He is the troupe in charge of Burugupeta Bommalata. Along with him his brothers, cousins and his own son are receiving training from Mothe Yadagiri and Mothe Ramaswamy. They feel the pride of the art form resting with their family which is unique.

Aakruti Kathak Kendra, Hyderabad is delighted to perform at the 8th anniversary of Lamakaan.

Kathak is derived from the Sanskrit word of Katha meaning story.
Kathak is a classical dance form originated in North India, it contains traces of Temple and ritual dances along with certain features of Persian dances.
Intricate footwork and spins, as well as abhinaya, the art of expression, are the highlights of Kathak.

The compositions are based on Traditional and Contemporary music.
The theme of Kathak dance recital is "RANG" where Blue symbolises Water, Green - The Earth, Yellow - sand and Red - Fire.

ENTRY FREE AND OPEN TO ALL on first-come-first-served-basis

As part of Lamakaan's 8th Anniversary celebrations,
Ratna Pathak Shah performs Ismat Chughtai’s Mughal Bachcha. The performance will be followed by a discussion with her on the challenges of small and intimate theatre in contemporary India, the relevance of theatre and performance spaces.

All are welcome. Entry-free on first-come-first-served-basis.

For earth’s sake: soil health is human health by Sultan Ahmed Ismail

The dynamic nature of a soil is due to the tremendous activity of micro and macro organisms supported by availability of organic matter. It is this life in the soil that lends its name to the soil as living soil. A vast number of organisms engineer a myriad of biochemical changes as the decay of organic matter takes place in the soil. Among the organisms, which contribute to soil health, the most important are the earthworms. Based on continuous research on earthworms made me write “earthworms are the pulse of the soil, healthier the pulse, healthier the soil”.

The soil is a living dynamic system whose functions are mediated by diverse living organisms which in agriculture requires proper management and conservation. Unfortunately, in today’s chemical agriculture, importance is shown on soil fertility and not on the holistic soil health which provides an integrated sustainable mechanism to the soil to sustain its “living” fabric of nature.
Prof. Sultan Ismail will talk about the myriad of soil organisms, earthworms are one of the most vital components of the soil biota in terms of soil formation and maintenance of soil structure and fertility.

About Sultan Ahmed Ismail: Sultan Ahmed Ismail is an Indian soil biologist and ecologist. His work has centred on techniques for recycling biodegradable waste into fertilizer using local varieties of earthworms, and on soil bioremediation.

Ismail received a D.Sc. in Zoology from the University of Madras in 2001 for his research on the role of earthworms in soil ecology and waste management. He is also the Managing Director of the Ecoscience Research Foundation.

Entry Free. Open to all on first-come-first-served-basis.

HANDBUILDING POTTERY workshop by Akila Chungi.

Write Club Hyderabad helps you pen your thoughts, spill your mind and finally make an appointment with the writer in your head. We conduct free, weekly events that foster writing. Our Meetups aim at helping writers reach their goals in a supportive, collaborative, social setting. Writing doesn't have to be all by oneself. We welcome anyone who writes, regardless of genre, language or age. We have members writing novels, short stories, poetry, screenplays, essays, school reports and more. What we do, basically: One of the members of Write Club (anyone with a participation count over 2 consecutive meetups) hosts a session. They bring forth a theme and writing exercises. We all then write to the host’s prompts and guidelines for about an hour. Once we're done writing, we read out our write-ups (optional). We also exchange feedback and constructively critique each other's works. Entry is free, anyone with an interest in writing can walk in. Bring your writing devices and we’re all set! We promise to provide you with good coffee and a super-creative conversation. We have Write Club sessions every Saturday afternoon – 3 to 6 PM

Sawaal Jawaab is a popular science discussion series. The speaker of this session is Dr. Manish Jaiswal, biologist from TIFRH.

As part of Lamakaan's 8th Anniversary celebrations,
Rajdeep Sardesai and Sagarika Ghosh, well known journalists and authors speak about the role of digital media in sustaining democracy in India. The open format discussion will range on the challenges, opportunities of digital media, issues of censorship, freedom and liberty that have become central in recent times.
Entry Free and Open to All on first-come-first-served-basis

As part of Lamakaan 8th Anniversary celebration Urbansketchers will be hosting a gallery of their curated sketches from all sketch walks that happened in 2017, from 9th March to 18th March 2018.
On 18th March Urbansketchers will have there workshop.
Come down to check Hyderabad and its colours from the eyes of Urbansketchers. Showing the world one drawing at a time

On this Sunday morning through afternoon come and explore wide range of Organic Fruits, veggies & groceries Homemade Breads and other baked goods; Organic Lunch, Handicrafts and Handlooms, Handmade Jewelry, Terrace Gardening Corner, Creative Design Spaces. Every Sunday 10:30am - 1.30pm For details: 9642731329. Entry Free. All are Welcome.

Raghuram the TV producer, is famous for his shows at MTV and particularly the show MTV Roadies. From Roadies to his web-series to finally joining the AAP and taking up politics, his has been a long journey. He talks about his life experiences, his works, his politics and future directions.

Entry Free and Open to all on first-come-first-served-basis

Secular and Traditional Hindustani Music and Poetry by Prof Subendu Ghosh

Prof. Subendu Ghosh takes us on a musical journey through India’s secular traditions of Amir Khusro, Kabir, Tansen, Bulle Shah, Lalan Faqeer, Nazeer Akbarabadi, Tagore, Faiz, Ramprasad Bismil and others. Composed and sung by Subendu, this is a performance of sheer breadth of traditions covered in an evening.

This is a presentation to remind ourselves as we pass through a difficult period of communal tensions and violence, about India’s secular commitment. The people of India have lived in peace and harmony over the ages. Despite differences in religions, they have all contributed to build a very rich and composite culture, and this is beautifully reflected in our literature and music.
This programme is a musical journey through India’s traditions of secular poetry, in a historical order beginning from the 13th century to the present day. Most of the music is composed and sung by Dr. Subhendu Ghosh and is based on Hindustani ragas or other musical forms including the traditional folk songs. The narrative includes a number of historical personalities like Hazrat Amir Khusro, Kabir, Mian Taan Sen, Bulle Shah, Lalan Faqir, Nazeer Akbarabadi, Ramprasad Bismil, Faiz Ahmed Faiz and Rabindranath Tagore.
This is a small effort to highlight the poetic genius of our Indian poets and pay our tribute to those who dedicated their lives to a Secular India.

Entry Free and Open to all on first-come-first-served-basis

CREATIVE HYDERABADIS is aimed for all the creative spirits out there. The musicians, the writers, the artists, the actors, the designers. Anyone who love to express themselves through art, whatever form it may be.

During this very first meetup we will introduce ourselves, discuss what the aims for the group should be, how we can grow and thrive and share ideas on how to utilize the potential of the group to the fullest. In the future we are hoping to create seminars with specific themes, inviting members of the group to share knowledge on their expertise. During this first meetup we can ask whether there are people interested in facilitating such events, decide frequency and look at possible dates.

In short:

Let’s meet up, let’s exchange ideas and experiences. Let’s make friends and maybe even new exciting projects.

Storytelling by two generations. difference shall be well evident in the two stories. No one can claim the stories are written, stories are conceived and stories are the best creations of the writer.

A collection of 3 short plays

"Hawalalat" Written By Sarveshwar Dayal Saxena, Directed by Subhash GuptaHawalaat’, revolves around the story of three youth who have no place since nobody was ready to offer them the shelter and they thought it proper to have the same in a police lock-up. For this they approached a police cop as criminals. In the beginning the cop is not ready to believe in them and asks them to establish their credentials by demonstrating their expertise and past accomplishments in the word of crime. To avoid them, the cop agrees to take them to the lock-up (Hawalaat) after tying their eyes. On the way they talk about political, ideological and social aspects of life and try to explain to the policemen how, like them he is also a mere pawn in the larger system, but he is not convinced. Instead of taking them the police station, the cop keeps them moving at one cross satire on the exploitation of the youth by the people sitting at the helm of affairs. The cop symbolizes the politicians of this country who have been be fooling the youth since Independence. In a highly intellectual manner the playwright has tried to expose the exploitation of the most energetic age group of the country.

"Marnoprant" written by Surendera Verma, directed by Jay Jha revolves around a triangular love story. The playwright unfolds the whole episode after the death of a young lady whose husband and the lover meet for the first time. Their encounter reveals the minute intricacies of man-woman relations and frustrations of extra marital affairs. Both embarrass each other by revealing the intimate moments they shared with the young lady. The dramatic action becomes even more interesting when it is shown that the husband comes to know about the relation after the death of his wife.

"Banerjee Babu", Written by Avinash Matta, Directed by Jay Jha - Nobody loves him, nobody cares for him. They only remember him when they need him to do some work. He is lonely. All he needs is a hug. Will you give it to him?

Cast : Jay Jha, Abhijeet Deshpande, Shailja Chaturvedi, Harshit Maheshwari, Bob Christo, Yaseen Sarwat, Gnandeep Patlola, Rohit Chouhan

Passes - 150/-
Contact - 9700074079

A workshop to introduce do it yourself functional art.
Making of a bookshelf and painting art.

Write Club Hyderabad helps you pen your thoughts, spill your mind and finally make an appointment with the writer in your head. We conduct free, weekly events that foster writing. Our Meetups aim at helping writers reach their goals in a supportive, collaborative, social setting. Writing doesn't have to be all by oneself. We welcome anyone who writes, regardless of genre, language or age. We have members writing novels, short stories, poetry, screenplays, essays, school reports and more. What we do, basically: One of the members of Write Club (anyone with a participation count over 2 consecutive meetups) hosts a session. They bring forth a theme and writing exercises. We all then write to the host’s prompts and guidelines for about an hour. Once we're done writing, we read out our write-ups (optional). We also exchange feedback and constructively critique each other's works. Entry is free, anyone with an interest in writing can walk in. Bring your writing devices and we’re all set! We promise to provide you with good coffee and a super-creative conversation. We have Write Club sessions every Saturday afternoon – 3 to 6 PM

Beyond the new age eye appeasing world of Instagram and Facebook lies the state of deeper connections, feelings and emotions, and experiential travel. Having chosen the life of full-time Travel, I will be sharing some beautiful experiences and tales from the road, and suggest how we can have enriching experiences on our travels.

The relevance of Bhagat Singh Today - An Interactive Discussion with Students

Speakers:
Wahid, Poet
Devi, Cultural Activist

On the occasion of Bhagat Singh's Death Anniversary, Lamakaan and Telangana Vidyarthi Vedika cordially invite one and all to an important discussion on the relevance of Bhagat Singh today. With the fascists forces gaining political power and spreading like a virus in the country, it becomes all the more necessary to recollect the sacrifice and message of Shaheed Bhagat Singh.

Bhagat Singh was born in Punjab, India (now Pakistan), on September 27, 1907, to a Sikh family deeply involved in political activities. He quit school at thirteen to devote his life to Indian independence. He became involved in several violent demonstrations of political defiance and was arrested several times. Singh was found guilty of killing a British police officer and hanged on March 23, 1931.

ENTRY FREE AND OPEN TO ALL!!!

On this Sunday morning through afternoon come and explore wide range of Organic Fruits, veggies & groceries Homemade Breads and other baked goods; Organic Lunch, Handicrafts and Handlooms, Handmade Jewelry, Terrace Gardening Corner, Creative Design Spaces. Every Sunday 10:30am - 1.30pm For details: 9642731329. Entry Free. All are Welcome.

Tears of mother cannot save a life but your blood can be a DONOR a chosen 1.. HUMANITY FOUNDATION: Foundation started to help the poor, the needy with all the passions to make their life a fruitful one, like blood donation, food, clothing, helping them to earn their living, nurturing their life by grooming them to be self-employed i.e, training them skills like stitching etc. humanity foundation organizing an event :Blood Donation camp when you give blood you give another chance to laugh, hug, party, celebrate the moments of BEING ALIVE!!! Thalassemia: A disease in which blood cannot produce adequate amount of hemoglobin. In normal body where Red Blood Cells survive for 120 days in this disease the survival span of Red Blood Cells is decreased and they die rapidly. Survival of these Red Blood Cells depends upon blood transfusion and costly medicines In our country this Disease has become very common and the term Thalassemia denotes Beta Thalassemia you don't need to be a doctor to save life, be a donor serving a NOBLE CAUSE

Let us all come together and discuss about films,with you we'll be exploring several aspects of film making like Acting, Genre Writing, Oscars and more weekly.The Acts(II) help us to know what you think? And what we need to think about? So, join us this Sunday if you're interested!

Workshop by Vaishali Bisht.

Film, Theater, Stories and more.

Lamakaan in association with Chota Bioscope brings this supper Sunday.

Registrations: Rs 100/-

Student’s suicides in the context of Corporatization of Education
Speakers : Prof Laxminarayana, Prof Kaseem

Almost 26,500 students committed suicide in the country between 2014 and 2016 as per the official statistics that are recently disclosed by a Rajya Sabha member. Prof Laxminarayana will be speaking at length about the issues pertaining to corporatization and commodification of education. Parents of suicided students will attend the event and share their views.

ALL ARE WELCOME!!!

auditions for the movie," one hell of a night"

Indian society continues to be characterized by the barbaric caste system even in 21st century. In times of fascism, caste question has emerged on the national agenda with a renewed emphasis as evident in the wake of some recent incidents such as the institutional murder of Rohith Vemula, Una episode and Bhima Koregaon violence. However, the nature of caste system in modern capitalist era is not the same as the one that prevailed in feudal medieval India or in pre-feudal ancient India. As against the widespread belief, caste system has not remained static throughout history. There have been both temporal and spatial variations. The caste structure in south India is not exactly same as that in north India. The relation between caste and class has also evolved over a period of time. These complexities need to be grasped in order to move towards annihilation of caste. Without having a concrete understanding of the origin, evolution and spatio-temporal variations of caste, no project of annihilation of caste can be devised. Also, it is important to have a critical look at the efforts made in the past towards the annihilation of caste including the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar and the communist movement. It is because of this reason that Lamakaan is conducting an extensive 3-day long talk series on “Caste: origin, evolution and proposed program for its annihilation”. The talk will be delivered by Abhinav Sinha who is a Marxist theorist and activist. Abhinav has carried out extensive research and study on caste system. The sessions would be organized as follows:

Day 1. Origin and evolution of caste

Day 2. Critical appraisal of the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar

Day 3. Marxism and caste question

On each day, the talk will be followed by an interactive session.

for the film," One Hell of a night"

Indian society continues to be characterized by the barbaric caste system even in 21st century. In times of fascism, caste question has emerged on the national agenda with a renewed emphasis as evident in the wake of some recent incidents such as the institutional murder of Rohith Vemula, Una episode and Bhima Koregaon violence. However, the nature of caste system in modern capitalist era is not the same as the one that prevailed in feudal medieval India or in pre-feudal ancient India. As against the widespread belief, caste system has not remained static throughout history. There have been both temporal and spatial variations. The caste structure in south India is not exactly same as that in north India. The relation between caste and class has also evolved over a period of time. These complexities need to be grasped in order to move towards annihilation of caste. Without having a concrete understanding of the origin, evolution and spatio-temporal variations of caste, no project of annihilation of caste can be devised. Also, it is important to have a critical look at the efforts made in the past towards the annihilation of caste including the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar and the communist movement. It is because of this reason that Lamakaan is conducting an extensive 3-day long talk series on “Caste: origin, evolution and proposed program for its annihilation”. The talk will be delivered by Abhinav Sinha who is a Marxist theorist and activist. Abhinav has carried out extensive research and study on caste system. The sessions would be organized as follows:

Day 1. Origin and evolution of caste

Day 2. Critical appraisal of the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar

Day 3. Marxism and caste question

On each day, the talk will be followed by an interactive session.

for a film," One hell of a night".

Indian society continues to be characterized by the barbaric caste system even in 21st century. In times of fascism, caste question has emerged on the national agenda with a renewed emphasis as evident in the wake of some recent incidents such as the institutional murder of Rohith Vemula, Una episode and Bhima Koregaon violence. However, the nature of caste system in modern capitalist era is not the same as the one that prevailed in feudal medieval India or in pre-feudal ancient India. As against the widespread belief, caste system has not remained static throughout history. There have been both temporal and spatial variations. The caste structure in south India is not exactly same as that in north India. The relation between caste and class has also evolved over a period of time. These complexities need to be grasped in order to move towards annihilation of caste. Without having a concrete understanding of the origin, evolution and spatio-temporal variations of caste, no project of annihilation of caste can be devised. Also, it is important to have a critical look at the efforts made in the past towards the annihilation of caste including the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar and the communist movement. It is because of this reason that Lamakaan is conducting an extensive 3-day long talk series on “Caste: origin, evolution and proposed program for its annihilation”. The talk will be delivered by Abhinav Sinha who is a Marxist theorist and activist. Abhinav has carried out extensive research and study on caste system. The sessions would be organized as follows:

Day 1. Origin and evolution of caste

Day 2. Critical appraisal of the anti-caste movements of Ayyankali, Phule, Periyar, Ambedkar

Day 3. Marxism and caste question

On each day, the talk will be followed by an interactive session.

auditions for an upcoming telugu film

auditions for an upcoming telugu film

Write Club Hyderabad helps you pen your thoughts, spill your mind and finally make an appointment with the writer in your head. We conduct free, weekly events that foster writing. Our Meetups aim at helping writers reach their goals in a supportive, collaborative, social setting. Writing doesn't have to be all by oneself. We welcome anyone who writes, regardless of genre, language or age. We have members writing novels, short stories, poetry, screenplays, essays, school reports and more. What we do, basically: One of the members of Write Club (anyone with a participation count over 2 consecutive meetups) hosts a session. They bring forth a theme and writing exercises. We all then write to the host’s prompts and guidelines for about an hour. Once we're done writing, we read out our write-ups (optional). We also exchange feedback and constructively critique each other's works. Entry is free, anyone with an interest in writing can walk in. Bring your writing devices and we’re all set! We promise to provide you with good coffee and a super-creative conversation. We have Write Club sessions every Saturday afternoon – 3 to 6 PM

Books n More , Library and Activity Centre , proudly present two plays - Rumble in the Jungle presented by our Children's theatre workshop participants and another play presented by our Super Mom's theatre workshop participants .

We are Theatre is a production of MANCH THEATRE on the Occasion of WORLD THEATRE DAY. This Production includes a hindi comedy play, PANCH LAKH KA HAWAYI JAHAAJ and an English play Superman & his wife.

PANCH LAKH KA HAWAYI JAHAAJ is an Adaption of KM Misra's saste hawayi jahaaj which deals with the mentality of Middle class person who wants to buy an Aeroplane after reading in Newspaper that is available for just 5 L rupees.

Superman & his wife is an English play an unknown Australian Writer. This Play is about the Tenous nature of ownership of our pasts, our relationships
Email Description: We are Theatre is a production of MANCH THEATRE on the Occasion of WORLD THEATRE DAY. This Production includes a hindi comedy play, PANCH LAKH KA HAWAYI JAHAAJ and an English play Superman & his wife.