This is the explosive memoir of Bhanwar Meghwanshi which tells us what it meant to be an untouchable in the RSS. And what it means to become Dalit.
Speakers: Bhanwar Meghwanshi
K.Srinivas, Editor, Andhra Jyothi
6 pm, September 13th, Friday, Lamakaan
Join us to raise awareness about the critical issues of gender equality, women's empowerment, and safety in India. This event aims to shed light on the alarming rise in violence against women, including the heinous crimes of rape and murder. We will stand in solidarity with the family of the young female doctor who was tragically murdered at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata, demanding swift justice for this horrific act.
The event will feature a powerful showcase of short films that explore the complexities of gender-based violence, discrimination, and the struggles faced by women in various aspects of life. Through thought-provoking narratives and compelling visuals, these films will spark important conversations and inspire action.
Following the film screenings, we will host a panel discussion featuring experts, activists, and survivors who will share their insights and experiences. The discussion will delve into the root causes of gender-based violence, the challenges faced by women in India, and the urgent need for systemic change. We will explore strategies for promoting gender equality, empowering women, and creating a safer environment for all.
This event is an opportunity to raise our voices against the atrocities committed against women, including the harassment and violence faced by female doctors in medical colleges and hospitals. We will advocate for stronger measures to protect women in the workplace and ensure their safety and well-being.
By attending this event, you can contribute to a movement for positive change and help create a more just and equitable society for all. Let us come together to demand justice for the victims of violence, support survivors, and work towards a future where women can live free from fear and discrimination.
Key Topics:
* Gender equality and women's empowerment
* Women's safety and security
* Violence against women, including rape and murder
* Justice for the victim of the RG Kar Hospital incident
* Safety of women in the workplace
* Harassment and discrimination faced by female doctors
Call for Participation
We invite filmmakers, activists, students, and members of the community to join us for this important event. Your participation will contribute to creating a meaningful and impactful experience for all attendees.
Join us for a screening of Goutam Ghose's film Maa Bhoomi, which captures the spirit and events of the Telangana Peasant Uprising. As we reach 77 years since the annexation of the Nizam's state by India, the film is essential viewing to understand the complexity of the region's history.
The movie will be screened with English subtitles. The screening of the movie will be followed by a discussion on various aspects of the movie as well as about the glorious Telangana peasant uprising.
Organised by Hyderabad Cinephiles and In Defence of Reason
For details, contact: 7013936466
The calls to observe September 17, which marks the annexation of the earth while the princely state of Hyderabad into India in 1948, as 'Hyderabad Liberation Day' have been growing over the last handful of years thanks to an aggressive right-wing push.
Lack of political will and an unwillingness to speak about it over decades has led to the event today getting politicized. Last year, the Telangana government also observed it as 'National Integration Day' caving into pressure. Similarly, this year, the government is organizing another event.
It is in these contacts that it is important to understand what happened in 1948, especially with the Razakar violence, the Telangana Armed Struggle, and the aftermath, which led to a massacre of thousands of Muslims in parts of the erstwhile Hyd state.
Journalist Yunus Lasania will host the talk, and Mr Raghu Pal, whose father participated in the Telangana Armed Struggle, will be the guest speaker.
All are welcome!
Democracy in Debt: Sri Lanka Beyond Headlines
Panel:
Prof. Haragopal
Ms. Lalita Ramdas
This 25 minutes Documentary is an eye opener for the crisis in Sri Lanka
And has Important Lessons for India.
Please do come!
All are welcome!
Jean Renoir (1894–1979) was a pioneering French filmmaker and one of the most influential directors in cinema history. Born on September 15, 1894, in Paris, France, he was the son of the renowned impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Jean Renoir made his mark in the film industry with a body of work characterized by its humanism, social commentary, and innovative techniques. His films, such as La Grande Illusion (1937) and The Rules of the Game (1939), are celebrated for their deep characterizations, fluid camera movements, and exploration of class and societal structures. Renoir's style often blended realism with poetic storytelling, earning him a lasting legacy in both French and world cinema. He passed away on February 12, 1979, in Beverly Hills, California, leaving behind a rich cinematic heritage.
Film Title: THE SOUTHERNER | 1945 | 92 Mins | USA| English Language with English Subtitles
About the film: The Southerner is a 1945 American drama film directed by Jean Renoir and based on the 1941 novel Hold Autumn in Your Hand by George Sessions Perry. The film received Oscar nominations for Best Director (the only Oscar nomination Renoir received), Original Music Score, and Sound. Renoir was named Best Director by the National Board of Review, which also named the film the third best of 1945. The film portrays the hardships of a poor family struggling to establish a cotton farm in Texas in the early 1940s.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!
Dr.Arif Ahmed is a nationally well known allergist. He is the auther of two self help books from Hay House International Publishers.
1:- Winning Over Allergies- Myths and Facts
2:- Overcoming Food Allergies- Your road map to effective diagnosis and health strategies.
He is a Professor and head pediatrics at Shadan Medical College and Director at Allermy center at for allergie and chest
diseases he will be given a motivational lecture to help prepare for the impending epidemic of lifestyle diseases.
Description for the email subscribers:
This comparative project spanning South Africa, Brazil, and India (NCR, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kolkata) attempted to map the social dynamics of wealth ownership and reveal what drives wealth inequality in the Global South. The study sought to understand questions such as: Who are the wealthy Indians? How have they come to acquire vast amounts of wealth? What kinds of wealth do they own? What social backgrounds do they come from? How do social and political networks contribute to the diversification of wealth? What are the conceptual and methodological challenges of studying wealthy in India?
This panel discussion intends to disseminate the major findings of the project and generate a conversation on the differentiation of accumulation across regional and social groups as well as the relation between wealth and politics and the changing nature of state-business relationship.
SMS Description: Panel Discussion on Wealth and Inequality in India
presenting
NAASHTA और NAATAK
An endeavour to cater to the breakfast lovers in Hyderabad who love to go out on Sunday mornings and can watch the play as a bonus.
Lamakaan का Naashta & Sifar's PARK- a light hearted comedy.
This group would be led by Aanchal Munoth, a counselling psychologist and psychotherapist, who aims at creating a space of expression and accessing of experiences, realities and feelings.
Jean Renoir (1894–1979) was a pioneering French filmmaker and one of the most influential directors in cinema history. Born on September 15, 1894, in Paris, France, he was the son of the renowned impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Jean Renoir made his mark in the film industry with a body of work characterized by its humanism, social commentary, and innovative techniques. His films, such as La Grande Illusion (1937) and The Rules of the Game (1939), are celebrated for their deep characterizations, fluid camera movements, and exploration of class and societal structures. Renoir's style often blended realism with poetic storytelling, earning him a lasting legacy in both French and world cinema. He passed away on February 12, 1979, in Beverly Hills, California, leaving behind a rich cinematic heritage.
Film Title: FRENCH CANCAN | 1955 | 104 Mins | France | French Language with English Subtitles
About the film: French Cancan (also known as Only the French Can) is a 1955 French-Italian musical film written and directed by Jean Renoir and starring Jean Gabin, Francoise Arnoul, and María Félix. It marked Renoir's return to France and to French cinema after an exile that began in 1940.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!
Who were Razakars exactly? How did they damage the 224 years old dynasty of Nizam as well as the prosperous state of Telangana?
Why was it important to join Indian Union? If Sardar Patel had not taken stern action, what would have been the future of Hyderabad state?
Dr Sujatha Surepally: Professor and Head of Sociology at Satvahana University, Karimnagar, Telangana, Dr Sujatha is a dedicated activist who has championed the rights of marginalized communities for over two decades. She is a powerful voice in the fight against caste and gender-based injustice, focusing on women's development and empowerment.
Jai Bharathi: A Hyderabad-based biker and entrepreneur. She is the founder of MOWO Social Initiatives, an NGO, encouraging women to learn driving.
Dr. Sr. Lissy Joseph: She is the chairperson of the National Workers Movement which advocates for women’s safety and women-related issues, especially in the unorganized sector. Her organization works for all the domestic/migrant workers, their rights, economic development and more.
Meenal Jain: An entrepreneur and a content creator, she is a woman who is not settling for less. With a background in sociology and currently pursuing psychology, she is always striving for growth, not just for herself but for the betterment of society.
Preeti Biswas
Kingshuk Nag
In this workshop, you will not only create art while having fun but also learn some very interesting techniques used in Fluid art. By the end of the workshop, you will have a beautiful artwork that you can take home. This is a beginner friendly workshop. All the art materials including colours, fluid art cups, gloves, and canvas will be provided to you at the venue. You can DM us for further queries.
Date of workshop: 28th September, 2024
Time: 3pm to 5pm
Registration fee: Rs 700/-
Last date of registration : 22nd September, 2024
To register,
DM us on Instagram - minion.crafts
WhatsApp - 6290176108
Join us for a powerful evening of music and solidarity as we come together to protest the rising tide of violence against women and queer individuals. This event will pay tribute to the memory of the young female doctor who was tragically murdered at RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata, and demand swift and unwavering justice for her family.
Through the evocative power of music, we will raise our voices against the pervasive culture of fear and discrimination that women and marginalized communities face. Let us stand united in our call for a safer and more equitable society where everyone feels valued and protected.
This event is not just about mourning a loss; it's about igniting a movement for change. We will use our collective strength to demand accountability from those in power and to advocate for policies that prioritize the safety and well-being of all individuals.
Together, we can make a difference.
Additional Information:
* The event will feature performances by local musicians and poets who share their art as a form of resistance and healing.
* There will be opportunities for attendees to speak out and express their experiences with violence and discrimination.
Let us unite in solidarity to demand a world free from fear and injustice.
Ang Lee (born October 23, 1954) is a Taiwanese filmmaker. His films are known for their emotional charge and exploration of repressed, hidden emotions. During his career, he has received international critical and popular acclaim and numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards. In 2003, he was ranked 27th in The Guardian's 40 best directors.[6]
Born in Pingtung County, Lee was educated in Taiwan and later in the United States. He rose to prominence directing films such as Pushing Hands (1991), The Wedding Banquet (1993), and Eat Drink Man Woman (1994), which explored the relationships and conflicts between tradition and modernity, Eastern and Western; the three films are informally known as the "Father Knows Best" trilogy.[7] The films were critically successful both in Taiwan and internationally.
His breakthrough in Hollywood was the costume drama Sense and Sensibility (1995), which was also his first entirely English-language film. Lee went on to receive the Academy Award for Best Director twice for the romantic drama Brokeback Mountain (2005) and the survival drama Life of Pi (2012). He directed films in a broad range of genres, including the drama The Ice Storm (1997); the martial arts drama Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000); the superhero movie Hulk (2003) and the erotic espionage drama Lust, Caution (2007).
Film Title: PUSHING HANDS | 1991 | 105 Mins | Taiwan & USA | Mandarin & English Language with English Subtitles
About the film: Pushing Hands is a 1991 comedy-drama film directed by Taiwanese filmmaker Ang Lee, his feature directorial debut. It stars Sihung Lung as a Chinese tai chi master living in New York who struggles to find his place in the world. The film contrasts traditional Chinese ideas of Confucian relationships within a family and the much more informal Western emphasis on the individual.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!
Topic: Maulana Azad: Apostle of Humanism
Dr. Syeda Saiyidain Hameed is a former member
of the Planning Commission of India. She is widely recognized for her passionate engagement in public affairs and social issues, especially for women, minorities, and peace. She is the founder member of the Muslim Women’s Forum and chairperson of the KA Abbas Memorial Trust.
All are Invited!
‘SOUL MURDER,’ INCLUDING ‘RECLAIM THE NIGHT,’ NIRBHAYA, ABHAYA, IN FETTERED DARKNESS, and ‘I AM A NATION’
An evening when protest poetry meets performance art – A timely book in the Aftermath of the rape and Murder of Abhaya, victimized at the R.G Kar Hospital in Kolkata, West Bengal on October 9. This anthology of poetry is a heart-wrenching tribute to all the women who have suffered abuse and violence against women, written and performed by a feminist author who has worked as an advocate of international human rights both in the U.S. and India.
The poems Shahnaz will read give searing insights into the ‘rape culture’ that uncovers a deeper societal sickness, all expressed in dazzling poetic imagery and form. The author, poet, journalist, professor (frmly), international advocate of human rights, director and actor of theatre in New York, combines a dramatic theatrical rendering with the deeply moving actualization of the harrowing victimization of women in our country, and elsewhere where women continue to be oppressed.
The Government of France awarded Fatima Shahnaz a citation as a ‘Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters’ (Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres); she was one of the few and first journalists and activists who were allowed to visit the gruesome house where the murders of scores of children and women took place in Nithari, on the borders of Delhi, in 2006, when she wrote about the tragedy and interacted with impoverished parents of the disappeared children.
Join the firebrand author in solidarity in our national grieving process in a national tragedy.
All are welcome
About Writer:
Sadat Hasan Manto seems to have a special place for women in his heart
Women in his writings were not so orthodox kind of women but women who were from various strata of society. A woman to him was not just a mother or sister or wife but also an individual.
He described a woman's desires and wants and her outlook towards the society in a new light altogether.
DARPAN makes an attempt to pay an ode to the women of Manto. Written in URDU, these writings were a tight slap on the then social structure and the male chauvinism.
Synopsis:
Is a woman just an object of sex?
This was the question raised in an era when even talking about sex was a big taboo. But the carnal desires see no time, era or taboo. You fall for someone and that moment is what matters. But then is it worth the life long stigma that comes along with?
How a man just detaches and how a woman sets a journey of emotional turmoil during the next 9 months, is the crux of the story. The pleasures of finding someone, the joy of fulfillment and then the pains of separation, the agony of being cheated....
well journey of this high emotional drama ends with a big shock...
Have a strong heart to see what happens next at 'Sadak ke Kinare'
`HAMLET Ya Nahi?` is a Hindi play based on Richard James`s writings. The play is dark, very dark!
This content contains abusive language and violence on stage, it is strictly for 18+. Please do not let your kids accompany you, as we do not want to be the reason for your awkwardness.
Adapted by: Praloy
Enacted by: Anubhab and Praloy.
After a successful first show of `Octopus Limited ESTD. 2024`, this is SHOi`s second production. We start on time, please don`t be late.
It is a story about two college students, Shiva and Hari, who became friends in their freshman
year. They had a lot in common, including their strong ambitions to achieve their dreams, which
required a lot of money.
As time passed, they both got into smoking weed, and soon enough, it became an addiction.
They started to spend most of their time getting high, neglecting their studies, passion and even
their friendship. One day, they realized that they needed a lot of money to achieve their
dreams and came up with an idea to start selling weed.
Their business flourished, and they were making a lot of money. but it wasn't long before things
started to go wrong. They got involved with the wrong crowd and started to have conflicts with
each other. Their addiction to weed grew, and their friendship began to suffer.
As they both reached the peak of their business, they lost sight of their values and were willing
to do anything to make more money. The shortcuts they took to achieve their dreams didn't
bring them true happiness.
In the end, Shiva and Hari decided to quit their business and focus on their friendship and
dreams in a more positive way. They realized that they needed to work hard and be patient to
achieve their goals. They learned that true happiness comes from doing things the right way,
and they pledged to never let their addiction control them again.
Note: This story is not intended to promote or glamorize the use of weed. It
focuses on the dangers of addiction and how it can negatively impact students'
mental health and academic pursuits. We do not endorse or encourage drug
use in any form.
Ang Lee (born October 23, 1954) is a Taiwanese filmmaker. His films are known for their emotional charge and exploration of repressed, hidden emotions. During his career, he has received international critical and popular acclaim and numerous accolades, including three Academy Awards, four BAFTA Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards. In 2003, he was ranked 27th in The Guardian's 40 best directors.[6]
Born in Pingtung County, Lee was educated in Taiwan and later in the United States. He rose to prominence directing films such as Pushing Hands (1991), The Wedding Banquet (1993), and Eat Drink Man Woman (1994), which explored the relationships and conflicts between tradition and modernity, Eastern and Western; the three films are informally known as the "Father Knows Best" trilogy.[7] The films were critically successful both in Taiwan and internationally.
His breakthrough in Hollywood was the costume drama Sense and Sensibility (1995), which was also his first entirely English-language film. Lee went on to receive the Academy Award for Best Director twice for the romantic drama Brokeback Mountain (2005) and the survival drama Life of Pi (2012). He directed films in a broad range of genres, including the drama The Ice Storm (1997); the martial arts drama Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000); the superhero movie Hulk (2003) and the erotic espionage drama Lust, Caution (2007).
Film Title: EAT DRINK MAN WOMAN | 1994 | 123 Mins | Taiwan & USA | Mandarin with English Subtitles
About the film: Eat Drink Man Woman is a 1994 comedy-drama film directed by Ang Lee, from a script co-written with James Schamus and Hui-Ling Wang.[2] It stars Sihung Lung, Wang Yu-wen, Wu Chien-lien, and Yang Kuei-mei as members of the Zhu family navigating the challenges of love, life, tradition and family. Part of Lee's "Father Knows Best" trilogy and similar to Lee's other works, this film deals with the transition from tradition to modernity. To date, it is Lee's only film to be shot entirely in his native Taiwan.
Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!
"An Evening in Solidarity with Palestine"
A year has passed since Zionist Israel launched its genocidal war against the people of Palestine. More than 3/4ths of the most densely populated place on earth, Gaza, lies in ruins, and over 45,000 people have been killed so far, of whom 20,000 were children. The settler-colonial state of Israel, backed shamelessly by Western imperialist countries, has been denying the right of the Palestinian people to their land. However, history serves as a stark reminder for them that oppression only breeds resistance. The Palestinian fight for liberation can never be killed, and it is an inspiration for people across the world in every fight against injustice. The fight for Palestine knows no borders, and we invite the justice-loving people of Hyderabad to join us for an evening of solidarity, where we will look at and discuss the history and spirit of the Palestinian cause through films, poster exhibition, poetry and song. Join us as we pay tribute to the undying bravery of Palestine.
From the River to the Sea, Palestine will be Free!
When: 4pm, Friday, 11 October
Where: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Entry Free
Contact: 7013936466