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Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.

This April, every W ... Read More »

Lamakaan invites you to a talk by Dr. Fatima Shahnaz on ‘The Fallout of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran and its escalating Geostrategic and Economic effects on India. Is India’s silence ambivalence, or self-interest? Also on Indo-Israel relations and a ... Read More »

Learn the art of sand casting, an ancient metal casting technique used to create unique jewellery pieces. In this hands-on workshop, you will carve your design in wax and cast it into solid silver using sand moulds.

Perfect for beginners, the wor ... Read More »

Nightshift is artists show & tell + networking meet-up. There are 2 parts of the event. First, meet and greet of diverse artists. Second, a line up of 3-5 artists who get to present their dreams, ideas, or projects for feedback, collabs, or just give ... Read More »

Design Your Life – Vision Board Workshop
A meaningful and creative workshop where you take a pause from your routine, reflect on your life, and consciously design the future you dream of. Through guided visualization and vision board making, you wil ... Read More »

DataVerse Hub is hosting its first in-person community meetup in Hyderabad for data professionals across experience levels.

This meetup is designed to bring together professionals from data engineering, analytics, data science, and related domains ... Read More »

A ghazal and thumri presentation by Harini Rao and friends. Read More »

Wag the Dog (1997) is a political satire from director Barry Levinson that follows an elaborate ruse fabricated in order to distract from a US presidential scandal. A 'spin doctor' (Robert de Niro) and a Hollywood producer (Dustin Hoffman) get togeth ... Read More »

The Paradox of Parenting : Raising Souls in an Instant World

This event will explore the unique friction of raising children in today’s fast-paced, instant-gratification world. Breaking away from a traditional seminar format, the evening will brid ... Read More »

Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.

This April, every W ... Read More »

Madhubani Art Workshop with Trishna Patnaik
India has a rich tradition of folk arts. The custodians of which are the many tribes that live in the interiors of various states. Madhubani or Mithila painting is a folk-art form that originated from th ... Read More »

“AI + Design: Human Judgment in Automated Systems.”



The idea is to host a practitioner-led conversation about what it actually means to design with AI — beyond the hype. The discussion would explore questions such as when designers should tr ... Read More »

Gond Painting Workshop with Trishna Patnaik
India has a rich tradition of folk arts. The custodians of which are the many tribes that live in the interiors of various states. The Gonds, are the largest Adivasi Community in India and are Dravidian's ... Read More »

Sustaining Collective Hope and Struggle.

The 2026 amendment to the Trans at has understandably evoked fear,outrage and panic among may of us.

The amendment sudden introdoction and rapid advancement into Law has made many of us wonder about La ... Read More »

Trans Art Rising — A Performance Art Evening of Resistance

Trans Art Rising is a powerful performance art evening and collective call to action—an artistic resistance movement that brings together performers, visual artists, writers, and allies to ... Read More »

Samahaara Workshop Productions
presents

A double bill of classic Telugu plays

Shankaramanchi Parthasarathi`s
SILENCE PLEASE
&
M Divakar Babu’s
KUNDETI KOMMU

Directed by Rathna Shekar

Bookings at in.bookmyshow.com

SILENCE PLEASE
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Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more...
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The great Hindi writer and traveller Rahul Sankrityayan made phenomenal contribution by promoting logical and scientific thinking by resisting against the irrational, communal and narrow-minded ideas that are prevalent in our society. He called upon ... Read More »

The Red Balloon (1956)
As part of our Children’s Film Festival, we bring you a timeless classic that captures the magic of childhood in the simplest, most poetic way. The Red Balloon follows a young boy in Paris who discovers a balloon with a mind o ... Read More »

This is a one-day, small-group dialogue being organized on April 14 (Ambedkar Jayanti) to facilitate a thoughtful and structured discussion on caste in contemporary India. The event will bring together approximately 60–70 participants for a combinati ... Read More »

A captivating Bharatanatyam performance inspired by Lord Nataraja’s cosmic dance. Experience an evening of rhythm, expression, and storytelling that brings together tradition and spiritual energy Read More »

We Exist is a gathering built on presence itself. In a moment when trans lives are increasingly legislated, erased, or debated without us in the room — we make a room of our own. No debate. No justification. Just being, together, out loud. Read More »

Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.

This April, every W ... Read More »

మరువం (maruvam) is a recently reactivated forum for probing, Intelligent, and artistically oriented talks/conversations/audio performances primarily in Telugu.

Maruvam means the aromatic plant sweet marjoram, as well as the phrase, ‘we shall not f ... Read More »

Join us for Bano Ki Kahaniyan, an evening celebrating the extraordinary literary legacy of Jeelani Bano — the Padma Shri-awarded Hyderabadi writer whose stories gave voice to the struggles, dignity, and quiet strength of ordinary lives across seven d ... Read More »

A one-day workshop on Mimicry will be conducted by Renowned Mimicry artist and Record holder, Mr. Srinivas on 18th April 2026 at Lamakaan, from 10.30 am to 2.00 pm.
This engaging session is designed for those who wish to explore the art of voice mod ... Read More »

“Lash’t Wish” is a poignant Hindi play by Dr.Suryasnata Tripathy about a man who performs cremations for a living. When he encounters an unclaimed body, compassion leads him to perform the last rites—only to discover a note listing three unfulfilled ... Read More »

This end-of-year Local Hub gathering brings together Fellows, mentors, coaches, local
stakeholders, and personal supporters for a joyful celebration of progress and purpose.
Year 1 Fellows share their learnings and showcase their projects, marking ... Read More »

Celebrate Earth Day with a hands-on workshop where you’ll create your own natural multipurpose cleaner using simple, sustainable ingredients. This cleaner is safe, effective, and helps reduce your reliance on chemical products at home.

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“Lash’t Wish” is a poignant Hindi play by Dr.Suryasnata Tripathy about a man who performs cremations for a living. When he encounters an unclaimed body, compassion leads him to perform the last rites—only to discover a note listing three unfulfilled ... Read More »

Join us for a discussion on Under Grey Smoggy Skies by Harsh Mander, a compelling exploration of inequality and lived realities in contemporary India.
The author will be in conversation with Amirullah Khan, bringing together perspectives from activi ... Read More »

Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.

This April, every W ... Read More »

Kaouther Ben Hania blends actual recordings and scripted performances to tell the devastating true story of Hind Rajab, a Palestinian girl trapped in a car under Israeli military fire. Read More »

Nalo:-) is a poetic cinematic interpretation inspired by the timeless story of Nala and Damayanti from the Mahabharata.
Where we drive that world into ishaan and viha, which travels through Some old book Read More »

This exhibition showcases the charcoal artworks of 12-year-old Ricky Tej, who has created over 100 pieces with remarkable detail and emotion—without using grid lines.

His portrait of an old farmer earned appreciation from B. Narsing Rao, inspiring ... Read More »

Tinker Kinder Offline is a 2-day hands-on training program designed for children aged 8–14. It focuses on building practical skills in electrical and electronic projects, as well as basic bicycle repair and maintenance. The sessions will run both day ... Read More »

SOHAM THEATRE PRESENTS

HINDI ONE ACT PLAY - DEAR ZINDAGI (18+)

SYNPOSIS: In the heart of Mumbai, four women from different walks of life find their fates entwined. Dear Zindagi is a stirring drama of betrayal and redemption, where an unexpected ... Read More »

In this workshop, you will:

Discover the fascinating world of texture art and its different techniques.
Learn how to design and create your own unique texture art piece, from POP to different textures.
Gain hands-on experience with different tex ... Read More »

Musi River Front Project is going to displace over 1lakh people and demolish more than 15,000 homes. in the name of beautifying the musi river by building a River Front in 55kms
In this Context Save Musi Movement is organinsing a Talk and Cultural ... Read More »

SOHAM THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS:

SURMAYI SHAAM - GEETON KE NAAM

A soulful and elegant musical evening that beautifully blends the richness of Semi-Classical melodies, timeless Ghazals, and Devotional songs inspired by Indian cinema.
T ... Read More »

Plastic Fantastic

Isabella Willinger

2023, Colour, 102 min


A well-known problem revisited: In her comprehensive documentary, Isa Willinger investigates the material. Through alarming imagery, she reveals the damage it causes in nature, to ... Read More »

"Whispers of Himalayas" is a deeply personal storytelling session that takes the audience on an unusual journey to Gosaikund Lake in Nepal — not just across mountains, but within.

Through moments of solitude, unexpected encounters, and spiritual r ... Read More »

Summer may be scoring high outside, but inside Lamakaan, these films promise to keep you cool—think of it as cinematic air‑conditioning for the soul. So grab a friend, step out of the heat, and let the screen do the refreshing.

This April, every W ... Read More »

We all overthink, often because we get too emotionally attached.
This workshop is a space to reflect, understand these patterns, and talk openly.
It includes simple writing exercises, a short open mic, and group discussions to help bring more clari ... Read More »

‘Ooravatala Deepaala Oosulu…. : Kalingaandhra Jaanapada Kathalu’
(Wick-lamps meeting and conversing outside the village …: Folk stories of Kalinga-Andhra or North Andhra region)
An immersive audio-presentation of stories collected and rewrtitten by ... Read More »