Lamakaan

Lamakaan invites you to an award-winning documentary film screening of Ayena (Mirror).

Producer & Director: Siddhant Sarin
Co-Director: Debankon Solanky
Co-Producers:
Arunas Matelis, Studio Nominum
Sarah Kang, Seesaw Pictures

Hindi/Urdu | 70 min | color | Documentary | 2021

SYNOPSIS:
A momentary act of revenge transformed the lives of two young Indian women forever. After surviving an acid attack while carrying the scars of human brutality on their face, both Ritu and Faraha now have to navigate a sea of odd currents daily.
Strangely enough, Ritu’s scars also brought her fame. She occasionally finds herself talking on television, modelling at fashion events, or even featuring in a Bollywood film. Still, she often feels lonely. She wants to be loved and embraces
an ambiguous relationship with a fellow female acid attack survivor.
Faraha, on the other hand, has come to terms with her post-attack singlehood and her new lease of
life. As she begins to enjoy freedom and independence, a desire to become a mother slowly brews inside her.

By intertwining the shadows and lights, hope and hopelessness in Ritu and Faraha’s life, Ayena becomes a mirror where we can also see our own reflections.

ALL ARE INVITED! ENTRY FREE!

Rumi Hai’, an hour-long mehfil dedicated to the life and works of Persian poet Rumi.
Through this mehfil, We wish to bring to light these underappreciated gems of Rumi which have gotten lost in the fame of his more famous works. The program is an hour-long biographical glimpse through "Naqqali" into the life of Rumi, his inspiration for writing, and his signature philosophy on life’s many conundrums. The program will be helmed by a 'Naqqal’ telling his life story through his own original ghazals, recited in both, the Persian language that it was originally written in, followed by a Hindi-Urdu translation as well.

The show is created and performed by Ashwin Chitale, who discovered the beauty of Farsi through its incomparable literature. Ashwin has been learning the Persian language for over four years now. To develop his language skills beyond the scope of his language course, he started studying Persian literature and discovered a deep love for Farsi poetry and storytelling. He also holds a Master's degree in philosophy, which helped him gain a deeper understanding of Persian philosophy and the way of life as depicted through its literature.
Ashwin won the National Award for Best Child Artist for his debut Marathi film “Shwas” in 2004. Having a background in Performing arts and the Persian language inspired him to create a performance that showcases the beauty of this language through the poetry and philosophy of Maulana Rumi, who is regarded as one of the most iconic Farsi writers of all time.

A forsaken Indian airport with a faulty electric supply. The peak of Indian summers. This setting becomes the battleground between an American war veteran and an Iraqi militant both disabled now, a few years after the Gulf war.

Come witness this unique chance encounter between two war torn soldier's who were destined to be at loggerheads by the design of the world, but who end up talking freely about the vices and slices of their worlds and almost become friends. Until...

The play is open to all audiences above the age of 16.
Duration: 55 minutes

This play revolves around the funny family members with Hyderabadi dialect and how they keep themselves busy with crazy and mad things. The protagonist Khala (elderly aunt in Urdu) is an ill-tempered but sensitive woman who is feared by everyone. It will take you on the laughter ride through the funny Nok-Jhok between the husband, wife and a servant. Beauty of the play is revealed at the last. The play maintains a fine balance between a character comedy and slapstick. Without leaning too much on either of them, the play manages to tickle the funny bones of the audience and in the process, slips in a social message as well.

The Conflict of Despair is Envirnomental Theatre play Presenting by Dharmi Theatre Academy,its an english Paly Which is a tragical action drama written by Padmasree awardee,Dr.prof.Kolakanoori Enouch and play Directed by RohithRaj Aakula (M.A)Theatre Arts Osmania University and FOunder of Dharmi Theatre Academy

Shiva Sankalpa School of dance, based in Sanathnagar celebrates its 1st Anniversary with "Nrutyanjali", A Kuchipudi Dance Recital.

The Conflict of Despair is Envirnomental Theatre play Presenting by Dharmi Theatre Academy,its an english Paly Which is a tragical action drama written by Padmasree awardee,Dr.prof.Kolakanoori Enouch and play Directed by RohithRaj Aakula (M.A)Theatre Arts Osmania University and FOunder of Dharmi Theatre Academy

JAAM-E-SHAHADAT
“the glass of martyrdom”

Multiple shows performed successfully in Mumbai, Bangalore, Mysore and Dharwad.

A theatrical adaptation of Saadat Hasan Manto’s story Shaheed – Saaz is a sharp satirical look at the post partition era when people were swayed with the idea of sacrifice and martyrdom even as they struggled to adapt to a new national identity. The immense loss of life and property resulted in poor migrants living at the mercy of charity. And yet few shrewd businessmen profited from this, painting their profiteering with the colors of supreme sacrifice and martyrdom. Set in 1948 the story is about the journey of one such Punjabi migrant from Kathiawad, Gujarat in India to Lahore in Pakistan. Belonging to the class of ‘Baniyas’ the man, who had a successful business of cocaine in Kathiawad, Gujarat, travels to Pakistan in search of setting up a new big business in his newly formed homeland. Working hard to build his empire and multiply his wealth, he is suddenly struck by a misplaced angst that he had neglected doing any charitable work since his arrival here. He starts searching for that one charitable act which will earn him his place in heaven. But nothing seems worthy of his benevolence as he travels through the length and breadth of the city and shares his experiences after interacting with people of all types and classes.

PERFORMERS – NARENDRA SACHAR
SANJEEV MEHTA

VOICE OVER - NAVED ASLAM

STORY BY – SAADAT HASAN MANTO

ADAPTATION – SANJEEV MEHTA & MAYA RAO

LIGHTS & SOUND - MAYA RAO

COSTUMES & PROPERTIES - SONIA MEHTA

PRODUCER – MAYA RAO

DIRECTOR NARENDRA SACHAR

JAAM-E-SHAHADAT
“the glass of martyrdom”

Multiple shows performed successfully in Mumbai, Bangalore, Mysore and Dharwad.

A theatrical adaptation of Saadat Hasan Manto’s story Shaheed – Saaz is a sharp satirical look at the post partition era when people were swayed with the idea of sacrifice and martyrdom even as they struggled to adapt to a new national identity. The immense loss of life and property resulted in poor migrants living at the mercy of charity. And yet few shrewd businessmen profited from this, painting their profiteering with the colors of supreme sacrifice and martyrdom. Set in 1948 the story is about the journey of one such Punjabi migrant from Kathiawad, Gujarat in India to Lahore in Pakistan. Belonging to the class of ‘Baniyas’ the man, who had a successful business of cocaine in Kathiawad, Gujarat, travels to Pakistan in search of setting up a new big business in his newly formed homeland. Working hard to build his empire and multiply his wealth, he is suddenly struck by a misplaced angst that he had neglected doing any charitable work since his arrival here. He starts searching for that one charitable act which will earn him his place in heaven. But nothing seems worthy of his benevolence as he travels through the length and breadth of the city and shares his experiences after interacting with people of all types and classes.

PERFORMERS – NARENDRA SACHAR
SANJEEV MEHTA

VOICE OVER - NAVED ASLAM

STORY BY – SAADAT HASAN MANTO

ADAPTATION – SANJEEV MEHTA & MAYA RAO

LIGHTS & SOUND - MAYA RAO

COSTUMES & PROPERTIES - SONIA MEHTA

PRODUCER – MAYA RAO

DIRECTOR NARENDRA SACHAR

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

Lamakaan invites you to an award-winning documentary film screening of Ayena (Mirror).

Producer & Director: Siddhant Sarin
Co-Director: Debankon Solanky
Co-Producers:
Arunas Matelis, Studio Nominum
Sarah Kang, Seesaw Pictures

Hindi/Urdu | 70 min | color | Documentary | 2021

SYNOPSIS:
A momentary act of revenge transformed the lives of two young Indian women forever. After surviving an acid attack while carrying the scars of human brutality on their face, both Ritu and Faraha now have to navigate a sea of odd currents daily.
Strangely enough, Ritu’s scars also brought her fame. She occasionally finds herself talking on television, modelling at fashion events, or even featuring in a Bollywood film. Still, she often feels lonely. She wants to be loved and embraces
an ambiguous relationship with a fellow female acid attack survivor.
Faraha, on the other hand, has come to terms with her post-attack singlehood and her new lease of
life. As she begins to enjoy freedom and independence, a desire to become a mother slowly brews inside her.

By intertwining the shadows and lights, hope and hopelessness in Ritu and Faraha’s life, Ayena becomes a mirror where we can also see our own reflections.

ALL ARE INVITED! ENTRY FREE!

Rumi Hai’, an hour-long mehfil dedicated to the life and works of Persian poet Rumi.
Through this mehfil, We wish to bring to light these underappreciated gems of Rumi which have gotten lost in the fame of his more famous works. The program is an hour-long biographical glimpse through "Naqqali" into the life of Rumi, his inspiration for writing, and his signature philosophy on life’s many conundrums. The program will be helmed by a 'Naqqal’ telling his life story through his own original ghazals, recited in both, the Persian language that it was originally written in, followed by a Hindi-Urdu translation as well.

The show is created and performed by Ashwin Chitale, who discovered the beauty of Farsi through its incomparable literature. Ashwin has been learning the Persian language for over four years now. To develop his language skills beyond the scope of his language course, he started studying Persian literature and discovered a deep love for Farsi poetry and storytelling. He also holds a Master's degree in philosophy, which helped him gain a deeper understanding of Persian philosophy and the way of life as depicted through its literature.
Ashwin won the National Award for Best Child Artist for his debut Marathi film “Shwas” in 2004. Having a background in Performing arts and the Persian language inspired him to create a performance that showcases the beauty of this language through the poetry and philosophy of Maulana Rumi, who is regarded as one of the most iconic Farsi writers of all time.

A forsaken Indian airport with a faulty electric supply. The peak of Indian summers. This setting becomes the battleground between an American war veteran and an Iraqi militant both disabled now, a few years after the Gulf war.

Come witness this unique chance encounter between two war torn soldier's who were destined to be at loggerheads by the design of the world, but who end up talking freely about the vices and slices of their worlds and almost become friends. Until...

The play is open to all audiences above the age of 16.
Duration: 55 minutes

This play revolves around the funny family members with Hyderabadi dialect and how they keep themselves busy with crazy and mad things. The protagonist Khala (elderly aunt in Urdu) is an ill-tempered but sensitive woman who is feared by everyone. It will take you on the laughter ride through the funny Nok-Jhok between the husband, wife and a servant. Beauty of the play is revealed at the last. The play maintains a fine balance between a character comedy and slapstick. Without leaning too much on either of them, the play manages to tickle the funny bones of the audience and in the process, slips in a social message as well.

The Conflict of Despair is Envirnomental Theatre play Presenting by Dharmi Theatre Academy,its an english Paly Which is a tragical action drama written by Padmasree awardee,Dr.prof.Kolakanoori Enouch and play Directed by RohithRaj Aakula (M.A)Theatre Arts Osmania University and FOunder of Dharmi Theatre Academy

Shiva Sankalpa School of dance, based in Sanathnagar celebrates its 1st Anniversary with "Nrutyanjali", A Kuchipudi Dance Recital.

The Conflict of Despair is Envirnomental Theatre play Presenting by Dharmi Theatre Academy,its an english Paly Which is a tragical action drama written by Padmasree awardee,Dr.prof.Kolakanoori Enouch and play Directed by RohithRaj Aakula (M.A)Theatre Arts Osmania University and FOunder of Dharmi Theatre Academy

JAAM-E-SHAHADAT
“the glass of martyrdom”

Multiple shows performed successfully in Mumbai, Bangalore, Mysore and Dharwad.

A theatrical adaptation of Saadat Hasan Manto’s story Shaheed – Saaz is a sharp satirical look at the post partition era when people were swayed with the idea of sacrifice and martyrdom even as they struggled to adapt to a new national identity. The immense loss of life and property resulted in poor migrants living at the mercy of charity. And yet few shrewd businessmen profited from this, painting their profiteering with the colors of supreme sacrifice and martyrdom. Set in 1948 the story is about the journey of one such Punjabi migrant from Kathiawad, Gujarat in India to Lahore in Pakistan. Belonging to the class of ‘Baniyas’ the man, who had a successful business of cocaine in Kathiawad, Gujarat, travels to Pakistan in search of setting up a new big business in his newly formed homeland. Working hard to build his empire and multiply his wealth, he is suddenly struck by a misplaced angst that he had neglected doing any charitable work since his arrival here. He starts searching for that one charitable act which will earn him his place in heaven. But nothing seems worthy of his benevolence as he travels through the length and breadth of the city and shares his experiences after interacting with people of all types and classes.

PERFORMERS – NARENDRA SACHAR
SANJEEV MEHTA

VOICE OVER - NAVED ASLAM

STORY BY – SAADAT HASAN MANTO

ADAPTATION – SANJEEV MEHTA & MAYA RAO

LIGHTS & SOUND - MAYA RAO

COSTUMES & PROPERTIES - SONIA MEHTA

PRODUCER – MAYA RAO

DIRECTOR NARENDRA SACHAR

JAAM-E-SHAHADAT
“the glass of martyrdom”

Multiple shows performed successfully in Mumbai, Bangalore, Mysore and Dharwad.

A theatrical adaptation of Saadat Hasan Manto’s story Shaheed – Saaz is a sharp satirical look at the post partition era when people were swayed with the idea of sacrifice and martyrdom even as they struggled to adapt to a new national identity. The immense loss of life and property resulted in poor migrants living at the mercy of charity. And yet few shrewd businessmen profited from this, painting their profiteering with the colors of supreme sacrifice and martyrdom. Set in 1948 the story is about the journey of one such Punjabi migrant from Kathiawad, Gujarat in India to Lahore in Pakistan. Belonging to the class of ‘Baniyas’ the man, who had a successful business of cocaine in Kathiawad, Gujarat, travels to Pakistan in search of setting up a new big business in his newly formed homeland. Working hard to build his empire and multiply his wealth, he is suddenly struck by a misplaced angst that he had neglected doing any charitable work since his arrival here. He starts searching for that one charitable act which will earn him his place in heaven. But nothing seems worthy of his benevolence as he travels through the length and breadth of the city and shares his experiences after interacting with people of all types and classes.

PERFORMERS – NARENDRA SACHAR
SANJEEV MEHTA

VOICE OVER - NAVED ASLAM

STORY BY – SAADAT HASAN MANTO

ADAPTATION – SANJEEV MEHTA & MAYA RAO

LIGHTS & SOUND - MAYA RAO

COSTUMES & PROPERTIES - SONIA MEHTA

PRODUCER – MAYA RAO

DIRECTOR NARENDRA SACHAR