Archive

Join us for an in-depth analysis and vibrant discussions on the Union Budget 2024 with Dr. Rathin Roy and conversation with Mr. Anant Mariganti in person at Lamakaan near GVK one, Banjara Hills Hyderabad, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Read More »

Join us for the launch of the National Students Alliance (NSA) India, an event that marks a significant milestone in India's political landscape. This groundbreaking political party, driven by the vision, energy, and ideals of students, represents a ... Read More »

Are you an artist trying to figure out how to speak about issues relating to gender that are close to your heart? Are you an activist, researcher, trainer, organiser, cultural enthusiast, college student, or simply a student of life wanting to speak ... Read More »

An effective resistance against fascism calls for a concrete understanding of this phenomenon. The current rise of fascism in different parts of the world including in India has many similarities with the fascist rise in Europe in the early 20th cent ... Read More »

Launching Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award winner Madhurantakam Narendra’s new book launch. Published by Aju Publications ‘Daayadula Thota’ Telugu novel by Narendra garu is his next big project imbibing the political, social and economical aspects of Ray ... Read More »

Are you an artist trying to figure out how to speak about issues relating to gender that are close to your heart? Are you an activist, researcher, trainer, organiser, cultural enthusiast, college student, or simply a student of life wanting to speak ... Read More »

A special live musical and spoken word performance by artist and music educator, Urvija Priyadarshini from Hyderabad. Moving narratives on the struggles and contemplations of being a feminist, aptly titled A Feminist in Fragments. This is its first s ... Read More »

Are you an artist trying to figure out how to speak about issues relating to gender that are close to your heart? Are you an activist, researcher, trainer, organiser, cultural enthusiast, college student, or simply a student of life wanting to speak ... Read More »

Screening of the award-winning feature film, ‘Ek Jagah Apni’ by Ektara Collective, which offers a glimpse into the lives of the transgender community in the city of Bhopal. The film follows the two transwomens’ lives, as they search for a house to re ... Read More »

The story of a film maker, A moment brimming with hope and joy twisted into the most devastating chapter of his life. A small attempt to showcase the talent of our team.


Actors: AJUN DHEV, MANPREET KAUR
Written & Directed by Sandhya Vanga.
P ... Read More »

August brings one of the most iconic masters of suspense, thriller, and psychological cinema, Alfred Hitchcock.

Alfred Hitchcock was born on August 13, 1899, in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and passed away on April 29, 1980, in Bel Air, Los Angele ... Read More »

The Centre for Development Policy and Practice will host a captivating discussion led by renowned author and literary critic Rakshanda Jalil, focusing on her book "Love in the Time of Hate." The book uses Urdu poetry to describe the changing secular ... Read More »

A Case for Reservations for Muslims in Education and Employment. A Talk by Sujai Karampuri

What do identity-based reservations try to achieve in India? Have these reservations been successful? Is there a systematic discrimination of Muslims in pos ... Read More »

This is a Hindi comedy play based on our traditional value of not wasting food.

The story revolves around a typical middle class, close knit family of four. Sharma ji, his wife Shrimati ji and his two younger Siblings. Sonu and Monu. The couple ha ... Read More »

"Get ready to go for gold! 🏅

With the Paris Olympics in full swing, it’s time for some mental gymnastics .

Join our Olympic Quiz and test your knowledge of the world's greatest sporting event! 🤔

From ancient Greece to modern-day marvels, ... Read More »

Discover the extraordinary journey of a solo creator in bringing a CG robot character to life for the short film 'Aa Mara Bhakthudu.' Join Dharma as he shares the challenges, triumphs, and innovative techniques used to blend live-action with cutting- ... Read More »

Discover the art of turning fabric scraps into cherished tokens of affection at our Sustainable Rakhi Workshop.Let's dive into the world of conscious crafting, where each creation reflects our commitment to the environment.

Why Join our workshop: ... Read More »

A free portrait painting demonstration by Artist Lateef provides an invaluable opportunity for art enthusiasts and aspiring painters to witness his expertise in action. During this live session, Lateef will share his unique techniques, blending tradi ... Read More »

Could you name a hundred things that make life wonderful?
A thousand?
A million?
Beginning with “Jalebi”, a boy’s handwritten list to cheer up his despondent mom becomes a surprisingly funny and poignant ode to humanity.

Sifar`s Hazaaron Khwais ... Read More »

THE IDEOLOGICAL GAP: ENVISIONING AN INDIA BEYOND HINDU SUPREMACY by Sasikanth Senthil

The 2024 Lok Sabha election results have been interpreted by some commentators as a moment when the polarizing discourse of hindutva was arrested or even interru ... Read More »

August brings one of the most iconic masters of suspense, thriller, and psychological cinema, Alfred Hitchcock.

Alfred Hitchcock was born on August 13, 1899, in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and passed away on April 29, 1980, in Bel Air, Los Angele ... Read More »

Ismat Chughtai, was a veritable tour de force of women's writing in India, a woman who was a feminist by instinct, long before it became fashionable to flash the badge of feminism.
She brought to the fore the modernity inherent in the actions of th ... Read More »

UPRISING IN BANGLADESH
LESSONS AND INSPIRATIONS TO BE DRAWN

A DISCUSSION

In July this year, the students and youth of Bangladesh raised the banner of revolt against the authoritarian rule of Sheikh Hasina government. What started as a students ... Read More »

SOHAM THEATRE PRESENTS

MARATHI ONE ACT PLAY

SHREE TASHI SOW
WRITTEN BY YOGESH SOMAN

DIRECTED BY SUHAS BARVE Read More »

We discuss about Role and character, relationships, situation, voice, movement, focus, tension, space, time, language, symbol, audience, mood and atmosphere.

I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a ... Read More »

Experience the magic of romance with "Love In December", a Hindi play at Lamakaan. Set against the backdrop of a railway station, this captivating story intertwines love and nostalgia. Join Tina and Rahul on their journey as they embark on a love sto ... Read More »

German Film Screening: When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit
Subtitled in English

When the Nazis rose to power in Germany in 1933, the Jewish Kemper family knew they had to leave Berlin quickly. The father, a theater critic who had openly criticized the ... Read More »

August brings one of the most iconic masters of suspense, thriller, and psychological cinema, Alfred Hitchcock.

Alfred Hitchcock was born on August 13, 1899, in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and passed away on April 29, 1980, in Bel Air, Los Angele ... Read More »

Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad is celebrating its 20th anniversary in the city. To celebrate the community we have built over the years, we are inviting partners and friends of Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad to participate in a community quilt, a public art proj ... Read More »

"Tremble" is a poignant documentary that delves into the brutal massacre of Adivasi people in Indravelli. Through harrowing eyewitness accounts and rigorous investigative journalism, the film uncovers the systemic oppression, government negligence, a ... Read More »

A fun fluid art workshop with the play of colors and take back the magic you create. :) Read More »

Read A kitaab’s monthly meet-up for August. Join us book lovers Read More »

Ramesh Karthik Nayak, Kendra Sahithya Yuva Puraskar Awardee, going to give talk about Tribal Literature, culture and movements. Read More »

KHATARNAAK KHALA

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 fe ... Read More »

TRIO: The Battle Within (free entry)

A telugu shortfilm with the context of-

In Satya Yuga, good and evil existed in separate worlds. In Treta Yuga, evil invaded the realm of good. In Dwapara Yuga, they were bound by blood. But in Kali Yuga, th ... Read More »

August brings one of the most iconic masters of suspense, thriller, and psychological cinema, Alfred Hitchcock.

Alfred Hitchcock was born on August 13, 1899, in Leytonstone, Essex, England, and passed away on April 29, 1980, in Bel Air, Los Angele ... Read More »

Freedom Film Festival, Hyderabad
29-31 August; 3-7 pm
Curated by Amudhan RP

Jointly organised by LAMAKAAN & MARUPAKKAM

Freedom means different things to different people. In a country like India, where caste, class, gender, and religion pla ... Read More »

As GN Saibaba visits Hyderabad after a trying period in prison, we receive him and Vasanta Kumari, who stood by him with enormous courage.

Aparna Thota and Sujatha Surepally will host the homecoming. Read More »

Freedom Film Festival, Hyderabad 29-31 August; 3-7 pm. Curated by Amudhan RP

Jointly organised by LAMAKAAN & MARUPAKKAM

Freedom means different things to different people. In a country like India, where caste, class, gender, and religion play a ... Read More »

Being a relatively new artist in town, Ms Bithika Mistry, an Odissi exponent, seeks to build a community for and about the dance form and wishes to hold appreciation workshops to make people aware of what the dance form stands for. This event is one ... Read More »

Carpe Diem is an idea of bringing all the poets together to exchange their perceptions and inspirations of poetry. Build a community that understands and supports eachother. Read More »

Freedom Film Festival, Hyderabad 29-31 August; 3-7 pm Curated by Amudhan RP

Jointly organised by LAMAKAAN & MARUPAKKAM

Freedom means different things to different people. In a country like India, where caste, class, gender, and religion play a ... Read More »