Lamakaan

The wisest fool on earth

Written by R Raj Rao | Enacted by Feroze


Unemployed.

Of course, angst-ridden.

But, sarcastic. And gay!


Just imagine he gets locked up inside the luxurious bathroom of his
lover. And then flushes down a humorous tale from him in his
confinement in the loo. But, what has he got to share with us? locked
inside the bathroom and he still has some scrap of the feeling of
being wanted. Whether his belief stays or withers away to repeat
history is the twist that's kept for the last. But who put him in the
loo and what hopes does he have in store (of getting out)?

Come witness a tale of failure, frustration, freedom and fulfillment
with humor all through.

Donor pass: call 9849331347

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“Fair is fouland foul is fair, hover through fog and filthy air”

He is young & restless…

hE is getting old and cranky…

He is trying for years, without success, to become a professional...

hE is successfully professional from years….but…still trying!

and… hE becomes He’s friend, philosopher, guide, etc...

The two establish an unusual closeness which gradually grows into
ruthless competition.

The interweaving of the comedy and the drama gradually leads to an
unexpected conclusion.

Originally written by Miro Gavran

Adapted & Directed by Feroze

Cast: C S Shekhawat, Feroze Ahmed

Lights Design: Shravanth

Donor pass: 9849331347

Are you afraid of speaking to a group of people? Does the idea of striking a conversation give you the shivers? Do you dream of being able to command the stage?

Welcome to a 2-day workshop on the essentials of Public Speaking- from getting comfortable on stage, organizing speech content to using the right body language and voice techniques.

Workshop Duration- 2 days (3 hours each)

Day 1- 9th November (1 pm - 4 pm)

Day 2- 10th November (1 pm - 4 pm)

Workshop Passes- Rs. 1000/-

Contact- aviworkaddress@gmail.com, 9699804416

For first time in the history of mankind we bring “the man” and his
wife’s husband together on stage.

Come and find out who gets to keep the wife and who gets to keep the misery.

Written by: Miro Gavran | Indian adaptation by: Feroze

Music composed by: Amit Dasani & Suhit Chiruthapudi

Poster & Ticket designed by: Kathik Vijay V

Backstage: Shekhawath, Sishir, Abhinanda

Cast: Maya, Shravanth, Feroze

Directed by: Feroze

Donor Pass: 9849331347

A comedy play in Hindi-English

Welcome to a Blind Men’s club to have laughter like never before



This play gives an insight into the Dark world of four blind men, who
brighten their lives with sheer imagination. Contrary to the common
perception that a blind man's life is filled with helplessness and
pity, these men probably have more manoranjan than the sighted! With
No white cane, No Dark goggles and definitely NO Hamdardi, these men
throw light on a completely different take on entertainment!



The Club has only one Motto: “...to have good fun with simple imagination!”



Cast: Abdul Razzaq, Shravanth Koneru, Prakash Phadnis, Feroze Ahmed, C
S Shekhawath

Written by: C S Phansalkar | Adapted & Directed by: Feroze


Donor Pass: 9849331347

2nd Meeting of Hamfest India 2014

Listening Post/Music Appreciation: Pure listening to Classical and Jazz music recordings with visual aids, notes, Q/A-session, discussion. Open to all. Entrance free.

In commemoration of the Centenary of Indian Cinema, here is a tribute paid to some great personalities from the Telugu Cinema.

This week we present Akkineni Sanjivi, an editor of many great South Indian films classics for over half a century. He also direccted films like Dharmadaata. Tripuraneni Saichand presents a tribute to this doyen of our cinema on its centenary celebrations. Entry - Free

An evening with Blinds who are doing Colourful paintings Trained by Ms.Lalithha Das first time in this world BLINDS using different colours and patterns.

Entry - Free

A exclusive event designed for short films, to show case some serious work in the short films category. With this event the studio wants to create an eco system for filmmakers to co exist & evolve, this is forum will address practical pain points of filmmaker like production (including pre & post), casting & other important issues. After the entire list of movies is screened we have a 30-45 min focused discussion moderated by the studio to find ans to some of the current problem of film making. A bi-monthly event held to promote short films; we call for short films entries to be sent to us. We accept films below 45 mins in this type. Your work can be submitted to Octopus Studios, the set of independent curator will go through the films & select a set of films. We screen selected short films to an elite audience who are short film enthusiasts. We introduce the filmmakers as well cast & crew to the audience. The entire event is open & free of cost, it’s also held at place which has actually inspired the idea - Lamaakan-An Open Cultural Space.

Entry - Free

A meet of all people who are driving the Hyderabad Startup ecosystem to explore collaboration and draw a plan to go ahead.

A lot has been happening in Hyderabad over the past few years in the startup space. A lot of great initiatives like the Hyderabad Startups, HES, StartUp Talks have come up which are creating a wonderful impact. Now it is time to collaborate and work towards a vision. Together, we can combine our resources and achieve much more!

'Le Mashale…" is the soliloquy in which Irom Sharmila narrates the anguish and aspiration of Manipur through its fables, dances and major incidences which transformed her life. The play talks about brutality unleashed on known and unknown Manoramas in the valley and the protest by determined women who do not mind their nudity over their struggle for justice. The play puts forth many questions raised by torch bearing women from the valley.

Le Mashale…
Manipur: a heavenly land belonging to various ethnic communities; a land with rich culture and history and also a land of unrest; a land under the brutal control of the Indian military forces; a land which struggles for its own identity and democratic right to self determination. Manipur- a land adorned by strong women who bear torch…

Irom Sharmila Chanu- a daughter of this land- is one such woman. A poet and activist who by her dedication and self realization has become a living legend. This is her 10th year of hunger strike against exploitation of her and people by not just Indian army violence but also by mainland centric Indian politics. A physically frail but very strong in her dedication she has become an inspiration for the valley and non violent struggles all over. Her body is her weapon – and this realization has made her a milestone. As eminent writer Mahashweta Devi expresses- "the 21st century should be known by the dedication and struggle of Irom Sharmila."

Entry - Free but Voluntray donation are welcome(call 9642731329)

On the occasion of National Press Day, this is a matinee play which attempts to understand the changing requirements of the readers and stakeholders and what constitutes public interest in today's times.

This play highlights the changing definition of news and reporting in today's mass media industry where fluff is increasingly replacing hard news focusing on socio-political and socio-economic realities. The unfolding of events is seen through the eyes of a conscientious editor, who is firm in his belief that the media has to be on a mission of serving public interest which is at variance with his owner/proprietor. The one-hour play, split into four scenes examines the current scenario and attempts a critical look at the state of affairs in the country today.

Contact: 98 480 87821 for entry passes

New York’s First All Women’s Mariachi Band
Workshop 11.30am at Lamakaan on Sunday, the 17th Nov.

Inviting all Musicians and Music lovers for an interactive workshop on Mariachi music and preservation of traditional art forms in the 21st century with Flor de Toloache, New York's first all women band.

Mariachi Flor de Toloache is the first and only established all female mariachi band founded in New York city in 2008 by Mireya I. Ramos. Originally a trio, the band has grown to 9 members with all the essential and traditional instruments, violins, trumpets, guitarron (bass), vihuela (5 string guitar) and guitar. In addition, each members' cultural background adds even more diversity to their already unique sound and appearance as an all women band spanning the globe from Puerto Rico, to Mexico, Germany, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and the United States. Their goal of representing Mexican music and adding their own edgy and versatile sound comes together incredibly naturally and seamlessly.

Entry -Free

Title: Sawaal-Jawaab: Conversations on Science

This is the second of a new series of conversation sessions with the public on issues of current interest in Science. We will have a short 20 minute talk by a prominent scientist, after which the audience is invited to engage in an informal, free-flowing discussion with the speaker. Interested participants of all ages are welcome. No prior knowledge or expertise is required.

This conversation will feature Chemist V. Chandrasekhar, Dean and Senior Professor at TCIS Hyderabad, and a leader in creating molecules with metal atoms encased in intricate organic scaffolds, speaking on "Lord of the Rings: The Rise of Carbon".

Harini Rao presents an evening of Hindustani ragas and semi-classical music. She has trained under Smt. Swati Phadke and has won awards and recongnition from stalwarts like Pt.Jasraj and Vidushi Veena Sahasrabuddhe.

Aarudra was a multifaceted personality. He wrote many poems, essays, short stories, dramas, translations, film songs, detective stories and a book on Chess.
Tvamevaham (You are none other than me) and Samagra Andhra Sahityam (An Encyclopedia of Telugu Literature) are landmark works of this great writer.
He wrote poetry Koonalamma Padaalu in 1964. In this poem, he describes contemporary society in a sarcastic way in a very simple style.
Aarudra wrote several poems on his reminiscences of the Second World War.
His "Clerk Surya Rao" was a reflection of modern city life. He projected the city from various angles.
He penned popular lyrics for many block-buster films based on the Ramayana. He added to the field of Ramayana studies with his scholarly work called Ramudiki Sita Yemautundi? (1978) (bluntly translated to: How is Sita related to Rama?)
He translated the Tamil treatise Tirukkural into Telugu.
He belonged to the school of progressive writers 'Abhyudaya Rachayitala Sangham', (ARASAM).
He was an accomplished chess player and wrote a book about this game.
Incidentally, he is a nephew of Sri Sri.

This film is made by Tripuraneni Saichand as a part of his 'Living Legends'.

Entry - Free.

K.V. Mahadevan, is a veteran music director, considered to be one of the greats of South Indian film music.

A contemporary of Mr. M.S. Viswanathan, KVM has scored music for over 600 films, spanning four decades, after starting his career in the late fifties with Avan Amaran. He is the first ever recipient of national award for best music for Kandan Karunai in 1967. He won it again in 1980 for Shankarabharanam.

Known for mythologicals such as Sampoorna Ramayanam and Thiruvilayadal, KVM is said to have been a path-breaker in blending classical music with film music and was a `guru' to many music directors.
Fondly called as 'mama', his other hits include Sirivennela, Swathikiranam, Muthyala Muggu among others.

Tripuraneni Saichand presents 'Cinema cinema', a tribute to the legends of cinema.

Entry - Free

Plunder at Naya Qila - Rampant illegalities:

Farmers coordination committee and heritages activists call for pree meet at Lamakaan at 2:30pm on Thursday the 21st of Nov' 2013.

Agenda of the meet:
Farmers - have been thrown of their land;
water bodies - have been encroached;
and Archaeological property - has been lost.

Come and hear the grievances of the stakeholders and the activists.
All are invited.

A close look at the prevailing scenario in Indian Journalism.

It is a tough time at National Express newspaper where too many things are happening at the same time. In existence for over 50 years, it is now facing a decline in advertisement revenue and stiff competition in the city of its origin with the arrival of new dailies. Moreover, the editorial staff is disillusioned and confused with the imminent change of guard. All these factors are worrying Neelakantan, the daily’s long-standing editor-in-chief whose professional integrity and political neutrality are well known.

Into this chaotic scene, enters Riya Khemka, the foreign-returned daughter of the proprietor. Khemka is a hands-on, no-nonsense woman who believes decisions have to be taken even if traditions need to be overthrown. A known practitioner of ‘disruptive management’, she believes it is alright to set the cat among the pigeons on a regular basis if it forces the birds to fly faster and save themselves!

In sharp contrast is Neelakantan, who believes in the old school of thought and feels change for the sake of it is not desirable.

Riya wants a total revamp of news and views and all other things that have characterized the newspaper all these years. She feels that the young and impatient Gen Now wants ‘lighter, easier’ stories alongside the serious, hard stuff that goes into the newspaper.

As expected, a battle begins in right earnest between the editor and the owner.

Spread over the next four scenes, we present the drama that unfolds as the editor and his loyal group of supporters comes face to face with the trends and expectations that characterize Indian print media and its readership.

Over to ‘The Editor wants to Know’…

Entry - 9848087821

The makers of ``whats up with indian men??``, ``Cops, tints and other things``, ``Love, sex and mocha``, ``Sex, Likes and Pokes`` present `12 Inches`.12 inches is a satire on the objectification of men. For centuries it has been believed that only women are objects of desire and the physical qualities of women depicts where they stand in society. Underdog Is going to debunk that myth. 12 inches potrays how Siddhart is victimized all because of his 12 inches and how this 12 inches affects relationships around him and how his 12 inches instead of being a blessing turns out to be a curse.

Entry - 9030513362

TWO DAY WEEKEND SCRIPT WRITING WORKSHOP CONDUCTED BY RAJ CHANVELL, SCREENWRITING GRADUATE OF FTII. THE WORKSHOP COVERS ALL THE BASICS OF SCREENPLAY WRITING FROM INCEPTION TO CONCEPTION.

Writing movies is one of the most creative and fulfilling careers one can choose. Though Screenwriting is a hard job, having a sound knowledge of basic principles and techniques of screenwriting and story telling would make the job easier and interesting.

For All those Aspirants who have it in them but unable to put it out, The workshop is a good opportunity to help you and guide you in nurturing your budding creativity and imagination to write great stories.

As everyone can accept, A great film is impossible without a great script. And to write a great script you need to train yourself with professionals.

The workshop conducted by Raj Chanvell, A professional screenwriter graduated from Film and television institute of India,Pune focuses on all the basics of script writing.

The workshop will tackle all aspects that go into the construction of a script.
The workshop covers topics like... - What is a screenplay? Basic fundamentals of a professional screenplay - It all starts with an idea. The genesis of a premise. - The Litmus test. How to check if your idea works - The character and the conflict. How to develop a character with conflict. - Plot or Character. Which? - Expanding the premise into a short synopsis. - The dynamics of a scene - The three act structure and other approaches - The step outline - The treatment - screen time vs real time, exposition, Transitions, dialogue, Dramatic conflict techniques, subtext, set up and pay offs, and many more. It also focuses on the resources screenwriters need like books, films, sample screenplays, professional guidance, online help etc.

Seats Available 15
Fees: 1500/- (early bird discount on first five seats, seats reserved on first come first served basis)

To register call +91 9912111173 or email: raj.chanvell@gmail.com

"Calligraphy is frozen poetry. It may well be simply an artistic version of another form, that is the ideograms which make up the poem, but then not only does it reflect the character and temperament of the artist but also its heart rate and breathing."
Lamakaan presents a two day workshops for enthusiasts in Calligraphy for young and elders on 23th & 24th Nov Sat & Sun at 12noon - 2 pm.

In the two-hour sessions one will learn how to grip the calligraphy pen - to writing their own invitation for their next family function in Urdu & English.

Ms. Monika Lokhanday will be teaching the art in English, Hindi, Urdu and Arabic scripts. Fee: Rs.800 (includes providing Calligraphy Pen and writing material).
For registrations: call 9704621500

A PLACE AT THE TABLE (dir. Kristi Jacobson, Lori Silverbush) is a brilliant documentary that confronts America's perennial inability to deal with the widespread problem of hunger in our nation. Ronald Reagan slashed federal programs that were beginning to solve the issue by the late 1970's, however he cynically felt that the matter would best be solved by relying on good old fashioned Christian charity. And it didn't work then, and it doesn't work now. Millions of Americans struggle daily with 'food insecurity' (you don't know where your next meal is coming from), and it seems that our leaders are convinced that the poor have it far too easy, and are just too dependent on the largess of the American tax payer. However, the film does expose the pertinent fact that America's richest food corporations were able to continue to enjoy 100% of their lavish government subsidy, yet the food stamp budget was severely cut to pay for a program to end childhood hunger.

Film screening is followed by discussion on the current state of affairs in our own food policy and whats cooking in India.

Entry - Free

"Calligraphy is frozen poetry. It may well be simply an artistic version of another form, that is the ideograms which make up the poem, but then not only does it reflect the character and temperament of the artist but also its heart rate and breathing." Lamakaan presents a two day workshops for enthusiasts in Calligraphy for young and elders on 23th & 24th Nov Sat & Sun at 12noon - 2 pm.
In the two-hour sessions one will learn how to grip the calligraphy pen - to writing their own invitation for their next family function in Urdu & English.
Ms. Monika Lokhanday will be teaching the art in English, Hindi, Urdu and Arabic scripts. Fee includes providing Calligraphy Pen and writing material. For registrations: call 9704621500

Great Conductors of the 20th

century

Are you familiar with personalities like Bernstein, Karajan, Mehta, Toscanini…?

What is the role of a conductor? What can we learn from such great orchestra

leaders and what is their legacy? This Listening Post presents a comparative

study also on different leadership styles.

Presented by Joe Koster (amateur conductor; Brass Band & Choirs)
Listening Post/Music Appreciation: Pure listening to Classical and Jazz music recordings with visual aids, notes, Q/A-session, discussion. Open to all. Entrance free.

Carnatic music rendition "Vaageyakara Vaibhavam will be presented by Lecturers and students
of Vasavi College of Music & Dance. The performers will pay tributes to various poet-saints and great singers of the era such as: Bhakta Jayadeva, Purandara Das, Annamayya, Narayana Thirtha, Thyagaraya, mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna.

All are invited. Entry - Free

Samahaara Workshop Production
presents

Samahaara Comedy Night: Short Plays

Do you like fun? Anything for a laugh? Need to tickle the old funny bone? Then come be a part of a happy evening where a geek discovers his superpowers, a damsel in distress gives much distress, a king and a beggar have a face-off and a roommate sets up his kill room with knives and tomatoes.

Watch these intriguing and hilarious characters battle it out while their antics entertain and amuse you. Mark the date, book your tickets and bring your friends along.

Entry - 9885288982

IdontWantDowry.com, a matrimonial website for dowry free marriages is publishing a cartoons book " Varakatnam pai vanda mandi cartoonistula samaram" on 26th November to commemorate "Anti Dowry Day"
This book will have 100 cartoons penned by 100 cartoonists.
Entry - Free

In the Name Of God
Ram Ke Naam
(1991, Colour, 75 minutes)

(A film by Anand Patwardhan)

Since gaining independence in 1947, India has been a secular state. But now, as religious fundamentalism grips much of India's population, the greatest danger to the nation's extremely strained social fabric may come not from Sikh or Muslim separatists, but from Hindu fundamentalists who are appealing to the 83% Hindu majority to redefine India as a Hindu nation.

IN THE NAME OF GOD focuses on the campaign waged by the militant Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) to destroy a 16th century mosque in Ayodhya said to have been built by Babar, the first Mughal Emperor of India. The VHP claim the mosque was built at the birthsite of the Hindu god Ram after Babar razed an existing Ram temple. They are determined to build a new temple to Ram on the same site. This controversial issue, which successive governments have refused to resolve, has led to religious riots which have cost thousands their lives, culminating in the mosque's destruction by the Hindus in December of 1992. The resulting religious violence immediately spread throughout India and Pakistan leaving more than 5,000 dead, and causing thousands of Indian Muslims to flee their homes.

Filmed prior to the mosque's demolition, IN THE NAME OF GOD examines the motivations which would ultimately lead to the drastic actions of the Hindu militants, as well as the efforts of secular Indians - many of whom are Hindus - to combat the religious intolerance and hatred that has seized India in the name of God.

Awards:

Filmfare Award, Best Documentary, India, 1992
National Award, Best Investigative Doc. India, 1992
Ecumenical Prize, Nyon, Switzerland, 1993
Documentary Prize, Freibourg, Switzerland, 1993
Citizen's Prize, Yamagata, Japan, 1993

Reviews:

"The screen is electric with religious fervor, masses of people swarming through the streets, gathering in rallies, or violently rioting...

This is investigative cinema verité documentary at its dynamic best."
Kay Armatage, Toronto Film Festival

"A deceptively informal look at one lethal instance of India's move towards fundamentalist politics. For those who need to translate westward, it provides a possible clairvoyant example of the force of religious-political belief." Cameron Bailey

"An acutely informative, restrainedly courageous, and grimly prophetic film."- Hank Heifetz, author, ORIGIN OF THE YOUNG GOD

"Hard-hitting, provocative, revealing look at secularism in India under siege from militants on both sides. Patwardhan explores this tragedy in this lucid, courageous film that allows supporters of both sides to have their say... A documentary well worth seeking out."
Variety

"Anand Patwardhan's In the Name of God (Ram Ke Naam) is an important and telling comment on the rath yatra, on the political cynicism that went into the making of that event, and the communal fallout it produced."

Chittajallu Srinivasa Rao better known as C. S. Rao, was a South Indian actor, writer and director, son of famous film director Chittajallu Pullayya. He directed about 70 films in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Oriya languages. He is best known as the director of the Magnum Opus film of Telugu cinema Lava Kusha (1963).

He directed about 70 movies in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Oriya languages. His popular Telugu movies include Sri Krishna Tulabaram (1955), Lava Kusha (1963), Manchi Manasuku Manchi Rojulu (1958), Santinivasam (1960), Abhimanam (1960), Tiger Ramudu (1962), Valmeeki (1963), Kanchu Kota (1967), Govula Gopanna (1968), Ekaveera (1969), Jeevitha Chakram (1971), Sri Krishnarjuna Yuddham (1972), Dhanamaa? Daivamaa? (1973), Yashoda Krishna (1975), Mahakavi Kshetrayya (1976), etc.

Saichand Tripuraneni made these 'Cinema cinema' series to pay tributes to the doyens of cinema and Lamakaan is screening to commemorate 100 years of Indian Cinema.

Entry - Free

Dir : Patricio Guzman

Chile's high Atacama Desert is one of those rare places where the earth seems truly to touch the sky. Located 10,000 feet above sea level, the desert's remoteness and the extraordinary fact that it is the driest place on earth, with zero percent humidity, give it some of the clearest skies on the planet. Astronomers come from all over the globe to peer through the world's biggest telescopes to the very edge of time and space, hoping to discover the secrets of the cosmos. But the Atacama holds other secrets underfoot. Its dry soil has preserved layers of human remains, from pre-Columbian mummies to the bones of 19th-century explorers to the corpses of political prisoners "disappeared" by the Chilean army under General Augusto Pinochet after the military coup of September 1973.

In this otherworldly place, earthly and celestial quests meld: Archaeologists dig for ancient civilizations, women search for their loved ones and astronomers scan the skies for new galaxies.

Nostalgia for the Light is a meditation on memory, history and eternity
Entry - free

Kaalpanik Arts and Rangmanch presents

3 humorous Original short plays

1)Yamdude by Kaalpanik Arts

2)Tamilian Mismatch & the Marital Twist (Finalist in Skits Comeptition by Dramanon) by Rangmanch

3)Ammi Bane Mother-in-law (Winner of 5 awards including Best Play in Skits Competition by Dramanon) by Kaalapanik Arts

Date : 29th & 30th November 2013
Time : 7:30 pm
Duration : 1 hour

for details contact :

Sneha Mukherjee : 07702364217.
Naren Yadav : 09885333273.

Discussion and sharing of the findings of the research conducted by Anveshi on the various challenges, risks that the women faces in various urban spaces such as women working in Malls,women using public transports, in bus stands and other spaces; the kind of negotiations do women make in such spaces with regard to their safety.

How can one join together to work on creating a safer space for women in urban spaces in Hyderabad by taking forward the recommendations and think points from the discussion.

Discussants: Madhumeeta Sinha, Assistant Professor, EFLU, Hyderabad
Dr. A. Suneetha, Anveshi, Hyderabad
Tejaswini Madabhushi, Yugantar
Moderated by - Ananth Maringanti
Date:30th November,2013
Time: 3:30 pm

Open for all - Entry Free

"Ooha Chitram" is a collection of Telugu short stories written by Aripirala Satyaprasad. This event is conducted to launch the book followed by a discussion. The event is likely to be graced by famous Telugu writers, poets and artists. Famous story teller, columnist, "mithunam" Sriramana, satirist "G.R. Maharshi", writer "Kuppili Padma", young story teller "Vempalli Shariff", and will participate.

Entry - Free

"ఊహాచిత్రం" అరిపిరాల సత్యప్రసాద్ రాసిన కథల సంపుటి. ప్రముఖ రచయితలు, కవులు, చిత్రకారుల సమక్షంలో పుస్తకావిష్కరణ, చర్చ జరుగుతాయి. ప్రముఖ రచయితలు శ్రీరమణ, వ్యంగ్య రచయిత జి.ఆర్. మహర్షి, రచయిత్రి కుప్పిలి పద్మ, యువ రచయిత వేంపల్లి షరీఫ్ తదితరులు పాల్గింటారు.

ప్రవేశం ఉచితం

Kaalpanik Arts and Rangmanch presents
3 humorous Original short plays
1)Yamdude by Kaalpanik Arts
2)Tamilian Mismatch & the Marital Twist (Finalist in Skits Comeptition by Dramanon) by Rangmanch
3)Ammi Bane Mother-in-law (Winner of 5 awards including Best Play in Skits Competition by Dramanon) by Kaalapanik Arts
Date : 29th & 30th November 2013 Time : 7:30 pm Duration : 1 hour
for details contact :
Sneha Mukherjee : 07702364217. Naren Yadav : 09885333273.

One hour of encounter with the realities of everyday life with apna Hyderabadis, in an angle which'll comfort that aneurysm in your head 😛
Followed by open mic - where you could vent out 'bout anything, right from your khadoos boss, to your partner, to the mandi wala to world politics! Welcome to the lighter side of the world... Ommmm Shannnnti

Prateik Asrani - Bit by a bollywood bug at a very early age, the colorful venom of exaggeration filled his blood stream in no time and deluded him to believe in fairy tales..., but oops! the fairie(s) spanked his butt with their magic wand(s) and landed him in the reality of irony, making him the lovechild of sarcasm and frivolousness.. witty, tongue-in-cheek, quick, smart are the synonyms of his existence thereafter 😛

Alick Bailey - Just an ordinary guy like you and me and finds life funny at every corner. Loves to laugh at himself and others for the heck of it ^_^

Siddhy Varma - For a masters degree student with no memory/ use of it or for it, respectively, stand-up promises the catharsis to his biotech guilt. Hence he solemnly pledges to be sweaty, shaky and outrageously funny U_U (we'll see..) Bet your bottom rupee

Sishir - The name is Challa, Sishir Challa. And.. Surprise! Moth**f***ers! You just lost 3 secs of your life! Bahahaha.. *inhales some 'mysterious' smoke*.................. Surprise! Moth**f***ers! You just lost 3 secs of your life! Mahahaha - wait, didn't I just do that already? Shit -_- (somebody get me some water)......

Reeja Karrai - A former visual effects artist and creator of all things magical. She gave up her powers to continue living like a mere mortal and DANCE (sometimes for the monies, but not the way you are thinking, you evil beings!) Sometimes though, being mortal can be taxing and it drives her crazy to rant away and people find that funny. Join her to vent out your frustos! O:-)

Edwin Gates - 26 yrs ago a disturbing event unveiled a form of stupidity like no other. A child was born who brought in an age of misplaced logic, which will make sense to you after the enlightenment enters your soul! So... breathe in.... breathe out.. and be ready... B)

The Word or Death is an investigation into the dangerous links between politics and religion, between religions and sciences. How can the same words from the Bible or the Koran incite hatred, murder and sacrifice and also light the way to wisdom and life?

At the dawn of the 21st century, we are struck by the explosive force of mix between Bibical or Koranic verses, political messages and murderous acts that enflame wars “in the name of God”. But the words can also awaken, they can illuminate the spirit and weave bonds over frontiers.

Director : Abraham Segal
2009 – 1hr 37min – Color

Entry - free

Krishnaveni, popularly known as Jikki, began her career as a child artist in 1943 and played a minor role in a Telugu movie named Panthulamma. She was slowly being noted for her musical prowess and the lilting mellifluous voice although she did not go through any orthodox classical training in music. Soon a chance came her way to sing for the successful Tamil film 'Gnanasoundari' in 1948 for which music was composed by S. V. Venkatraman. The song was a super hit. This was the turning point in her life and changed the child actress Krishnaveni into a regular playback singer,Jikki, with chances pouring from not only for Tamil and Telugu films, but also for Kannada and Malayalam films - soon her staking a claim as No.1 female singer of South India. Then Gemini's S. S. Vasan introduced her to the Hindi film world by getting her to sing for his production 'Mr.Sampat" in 1952. She sang Sinhalese songs as well at that stage since the Sinhalese films were produced in Madras during those years.
She together with P. Leela reigned supreme in the South Indian film world in the early part of the 50s. Though they were in competition, they were fond of each other and behaved like two sisters and sang many songs together.

T Saichand made a moving tribute to her in this documentary and being screened to commemorate 100 years of Cinema.

Entry - Free

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

The wisest fool on earth

Written by R Raj Rao | Enacted by Feroze


Unemployed.

Of course, angst-ridden.

But, sarcastic. And gay!


Just imagine he gets locked up inside the luxurious bathroom of his
lover. And then flushes down a humorous tale from him in his
confinement in the loo. But, what has he got to share with us? locked
inside the bathroom and he still has some scrap of the feeling of
being wanted. Whether his belief stays or withers away to repeat
history is the twist that's kept for the last. But who put him in the
loo and what hopes does he have in store (of getting out)?

Come witness a tale of failure, frustration, freedom and fulfillment
with humor all through.

Donor pass: call 9849331347

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FORGET HOLLYWOOD

“Fair is fouland foul is fair, hover through fog and filthy air”

He is young & restless…

hE is getting old and cranky…

He is trying for years, without success, to become a professional...

hE is successfully professional from years….but…still trying!

and… hE becomes He’s friend, philosopher, guide, etc...

The two establish an unusual closeness which gradually grows into
ruthless competition.

The interweaving of the comedy and the drama gradually leads to an
unexpected conclusion.

Originally written by Miro Gavran

Adapted & Directed by Feroze

Cast: C S Shekhawat, Feroze Ahmed

Lights Design: Shravanth

Donor pass: 9849331347

Are you afraid of speaking to a group of people? Does the idea of striking a conversation give you the shivers? Do you dream of being able to command the stage?

Welcome to a 2-day workshop on the essentials of Public Speaking- from getting comfortable on stage, organizing speech content to using the right body language and voice techniques.

Workshop Duration- 2 days (3 hours each)

Day 1- 9th November (1 pm - 4 pm)

Day 2- 10th November (1 pm - 4 pm)

Workshop Passes- Rs. 1000/-

Contact- aviworkaddress@gmail.com, 9699804416

For first time in the history of mankind we bring “the man” and his
wife’s husband together on stage.

Come and find out who gets to keep the wife and who gets to keep the misery.

Written by: Miro Gavran | Indian adaptation by: Feroze

Music composed by: Amit Dasani & Suhit Chiruthapudi

Poster & Ticket designed by: Kathik Vijay V

Backstage: Shekhawath, Sishir, Abhinanda

Cast: Maya, Shravanth, Feroze

Directed by: Feroze

Donor Pass: 9849331347

A comedy play in Hindi-English

Welcome to a Blind Men’s club to have laughter like never before



This play gives an insight into the Dark world of four blind men, who
brighten their lives with sheer imagination. Contrary to the common
perception that a blind man's life is filled with helplessness and
pity, these men probably have more manoranjan than the sighted! With
No white cane, No Dark goggles and definitely NO Hamdardi, these men
throw light on a completely different take on entertainment!



The Club has only one Motto: “...to have good fun with simple imagination!”



Cast: Abdul Razzaq, Shravanth Koneru, Prakash Phadnis, Feroze Ahmed, C
S Shekhawath

Written by: C S Phansalkar | Adapted & Directed by: Feroze


Donor Pass: 9849331347

2nd Meeting of Hamfest India 2014

Listening Post/Music Appreciation: Pure listening to Classical and Jazz music recordings with visual aids, notes, Q/A-session, discussion. Open to all. Entrance free.

In commemoration of the Centenary of Indian Cinema, here is a tribute paid to some great personalities from the Telugu Cinema.

This week we present Akkineni Sanjivi, an editor of many great South Indian films classics for over half a century. He also direccted films like Dharmadaata. Tripuraneni Saichand presents a tribute to this doyen of our cinema on its centenary celebrations. Entry - Free

An evening with Blinds who are doing Colourful paintings Trained by Ms.Lalithha Das first time in this world BLINDS using different colours and patterns.

Entry - Free

A exclusive event designed for short films, to show case some serious work in the short films category. With this event the studio wants to create an eco system for filmmakers to co exist & evolve, this is forum will address practical pain points of filmmaker like production (including pre & post), casting & other important issues. After the entire list of movies is screened we have a 30-45 min focused discussion moderated by the studio to find ans to some of the current problem of film making. A bi-monthly event held to promote short films; we call for short films entries to be sent to us. We accept films below 45 mins in this type. Your work can be submitted to Octopus Studios, the set of independent curator will go through the films & select a set of films. We screen selected short films to an elite audience who are short film enthusiasts. We introduce the filmmakers as well cast & crew to the audience. The entire event is open & free of cost, it’s also held at place which has actually inspired the idea - Lamaakan-An Open Cultural Space.

Entry - Free

A meet of all people who are driving the Hyderabad Startup ecosystem to explore collaboration and draw a plan to go ahead.

A lot has been happening in Hyderabad over the past few years in the startup space. A lot of great initiatives like the Hyderabad Startups, HES, StartUp Talks have come up which are creating a wonderful impact. Now it is time to collaborate and work towards a vision. Together, we can combine our resources and achieve much more!

'Le Mashale…" is the soliloquy in which Irom Sharmila narrates the anguish and aspiration of Manipur through its fables, dances and major incidences which transformed her life. The play talks about brutality unleashed on known and unknown Manoramas in the valley and the protest by determined women who do not mind their nudity over their struggle for justice. The play puts forth many questions raised by torch bearing women from the valley.

Le Mashale…
Manipur: a heavenly land belonging to various ethnic communities; a land with rich culture and history and also a land of unrest; a land under the brutal control of the Indian military forces; a land which struggles for its own identity and democratic right to self determination. Manipur- a land adorned by strong women who bear torch…

Irom Sharmila Chanu- a daughter of this land- is one such woman. A poet and activist who by her dedication and self realization has become a living legend. This is her 10th year of hunger strike against exploitation of her and people by not just Indian army violence but also by mainland centric Indian politics. A physically frail but very strong in her dedication she has become an inspiration for the valley and non violent struggles all over. Her body is her weapon – and this realization has made her a milestone. As eminent writer Mahashweta Devi expresses- "the 21st century should be known by the dedication and struggle of Irom Sharmila."

Entry - Free but Voluntray donation are welcome(call 9642731329)

On the occasion of National Press Day, this is a matinee play which attempts to understand the changing requirements of the readers and stakeholders and what constitutes public interest in today's times.

This play highlights the changing definition of news and reporting in today's mass media industry where fluff is increasingly replacing hard news focusing on socio-political and socio-economic realities. The unfolding of events is seen through the eyes of a conscientious editor, who is firm in his belief that the media has to be on a mission of serving public interest which is at variance with his owner/proprietor. The one-hour play, split into four scenes examines the current scenario and attempts a critical look at the state of affairs in the country today.

Contact: 98 480 87821 for entry passes

New York’s First All Women’s Mariachi Band
Workshop 11.30am at Lamakaan on Sunday, the 17th Nov.

Inviting all Musicians and Music lovers for an interactive workshop on Mariachi music and preservation of traditional art forms in the 21st century with Flor de Toloache, New York's first all women band.

Mariachi Flor de Toloache is the first and only established all female mariachi band founded in New York city in 2008 by Mireya I. Ramos. Originally a trio, the band has grown to 9 members with all the essential and traditional instruments, violins, trumpets, guitarron (bass), vihuela (5 string guitar) and guitar. In addition, each members' cultural background adds even more diversity to their already unique sound and appearance as an all women band spanning the globe from Puerto Rico, to Mexico, Germany, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and the United States. Their goal of representing Mexican music and adding their own edgy and versatile sound comes together incredibly naturally and seamlessly.

Entry -Free

Title: Sawaal-Jawaab: Conversations on Science

This is the second of a new series of conversation sessions with the public on issues of current interest in Science. We will have a short 20 minute talk by a prominent scientist, after which the audience is invited to engage in an informal, free-flowing discussion with the speaker. Interested participants of all ages are welcome. No prior knowledge or expertise is required.

This conversation will feature Chemist V. Chandrasekhar, Dean and Senior Professor at TCIS Hyderabad, and a leader in creating molecules with metal atoms encased in intricate organic scaffolds, speaking on "Lord of the Rings: The Rise of Carbon".

Harini Rao presents an evening of Hindustani ragas and semi-classical music. She has trained under Smt. Swati Phadke and has won awards and recongnition from stalwarts like Pt.Jasraj and Vidushi Veena Sahasrabuddhe.

Aarudra was a multifaceted personality. He wrote many poems, essays, short stories, dramas, translations, film songs, detective stories and a book on Chess.
Tvamevaham (You are none other than me) and Samagra Andhra Sahityam (An Encyclopedia of Telugu Literature) are landmark works of this great writer.
He wrote poetry Koonalamma Padaalu in 1964. In this poem, he describes contemporary society in a sarcastic way in a very simple style.
Aarudra wrote several poems on his reminiscences of the Second World War.
His "Clerk Surya Rao" was a reflection of modern city life. He projected the city from various angles.
He penned popular lyrics for many block-buster films based on the Ramayana. He added to the field of Ramayana studies with his scholarly work called Ramudiki Sita Yemautundi? (1978) (bluntly translated to: How is Sita related to Rama?)
He translated the Tamil treatise Tirukkural into Telugu.
He belonged to the school of progressive writers 'Abhyudaya Rachayitala Sangham', (ARASAM).
He was an accomplished chess player and wrote a book about this game.
Incidentally, he is a nephew of Sri Sri.

This film is made by Tripuraneni Saichand as a part of his 'Living Legends'.

Entry - Free.

K.V. Mahadevan, is a veteran music director, considered to be one of the greats of South Indian film music.

A contemporary of Mr. M.S. Viswanathan, KVM has scored music for over 600 films, spanning four decades, after starting his career in the late fifties with Avan Amaran. He is the first ever recipient of national award for best music for Kandan Karunai in 1967. He won it again in 1980 for Shankarabharanam.

Known for mythologicals such as Sampoorna Ramayanam and Thiruvilayadal, KVM is said to have been a path-breaker in blending classical music with film music and was a `guru' to many music directors.
Fondly called as 'mama', his other hits include Sirivennela, Swathikiranam, Muthyala Muggu among others.

Tripuraneni Saichand presents 'Cinema cinema', a tribute to the legends of cinema.

Entry - Free

Plunder at Naya Qila - Rampant illegalities:

Farmers coordination committee and heritages activists call for pree meet at Lamakaan at 2:30pm on Thursday the 21st of Nov' 2013.

Agenda of the meet:
Farmers - have been thrown of their land;
water bodies - have been encroached;
and Archaeological property - has been lost.

Come and hear the grievances of the stakeholders and the activists.
All are invited.

A close look at the prevailing scenario in Indian Journalism.

It is a tough time at National Express newspaper where too many things are happening at the same time. In existence for over 50 years, it is now facing a decline in advertisement revenue and stiff competition in the city of its origin with the arrival of new dailies. Moreover, the editorial staff is disillusioned and confused with the imminent change of guard. All these factors are worrying Neelakantan, the daily’s long-standing editor-in-chief whose professional integrity and political neutrality are well known.

Into this chaotic scene, enters Riya Khemka, the foreign-returned daughter of the proprietor. Khemka is a hands-on, no-nonsense woman who believes decisions have to be taken even if traditions need to be overthrown. A known practitioner of ‘disruptive management’, she believes it is alright to set the cat among the pigeons on a regular basis if it forces the birds to fly faster and save themselves!

In sharp contrast is Neelakantan, who believes in the old school of thought and feels change for the sake of it is not desirable.

Riya wants a total revamp of news and views and all other things that have characterized the newspaper all these years. She feels that the young and impatient Gen Now wants ‘lighter, easier’ stories alongside the serious, hard stuff that goes into the newspaper.

As expected, a battle begins in right earnest between the editor and the owner.

Spread over the next four scenes, we present the drama that unfolds as the editor and his loyal group of supporters comes face to face with the trends and expectations that characterize Indian print media and its readership.

Over to ‘The Editor wants to Know’…

Entry - 9848087821

The makers of ``whats up with indian men??``, ``Cops, tints and other things``, ``Love, sex and mocha``, ``Sex, Likes and Pokes`` present `12 Inches`.12 inches is a satire on the objectification of men. For centuries it has been believed that only women are objects of desire and the physical qualities of women depicts where they stand in society. Underdog Is going to debunk that myth. 12 inches potrays how Siddhart is victimized all because of his 12 inches and how this 12 inches affects relationships around him and how his 12 inches instead of being a blessing turns out to be a curse.

Entry - 9030513362

TWO DAY WEEKEND SCRIPT WRITING WORKSHOP CONDUCTED BY RAJ CHANVELL, SCREENWRITING GRADUATE OF FTII. THE WORKSHOP COVERS ALL THE BASICS OF SCREENPLAY WRITING FROM INCEPTION TO CONCEPTION.

Writing movies is one of the most creative and fulfilling careers one can choose. Though Screenwriting is a hard job, having a sound knowledge of basic principles and techniques of screenwriting and story telling would make the job easier and interesting.

For All those Aspirants who have it in them but unable to put it out, The workshop is a good opportunity to help you and guide you in nurturing your budding creativity and imagination to write great stories.

As everyone can accept, A great film is impossible without a great script. And to write a great script you need to train yourself with professionals.

The workshop conducted by Raj Chanvell, A professional screenwriter graduated from Film and television institute of India,Pune focuses on all the basics of script writing.

The workshop will tackle all aspects that go into the construction of a script.
The workshop covers topics like... - What is a screenplay? Basic fundamentals of a professional screenplay - It all starts with an idea. The genesis of a premise. - The Litmus test. How to check if your idea works - The character and the conflict. How to develop a character with conflict. - Plot or Character. Which? - Expanding the premise into a short synopsis. - The dynamics of a scene - The three act structure and other approaches - The step outline - The treatment - screen time vs real time, exposition, Transitions, dialogue, Dramatic conflict techniques, subtext, set up and pay offs, and many more. It also focuses on the resources screenwriters need like books, films, sample screenplays, professional guidance, online help etc.

Seats Available 15
Fees: 1500/- (early bird discount on first five seats, seats reserved on first come first served basis)

To register call +91 9912111173 or email: raj.chanvell@gmail.com

"Calligraphy is frozen poetry. It may well be simply an artistic version of another form, that is the ideograms which make up the poem, but then not only does it reflect the character and temperament of the artist but also its heart rate and breathing."
Lamakaan presents a two day workshops for enthusiasts in Calligraphy for young and elders on 23th & 24th Nov Sat & Sun at 12noon - 2 pm.

In the two-hour sessions one will learn how to grip the calligraphy pen - to writing their own invitation for their next family function in Urdu & English.

Ms. Monika Lokhanday will be teaching the art in English, Hindi, Urdu and Arabic scripts. Fee: Rs.800 (includes providing Calligraphy Pen and writing material).
For registrations: call 9704621500

A PLACE AT THE TABLE (dir. Kristi Jacobson, Lori Silverbush) is a brilliant documentary that confronts America's perennial inability to deal with the widespread problem of hunger in our nation. Ronald Reagan slashed federal programs that were beginning to solve the issue by the late 1970's, however he cynically felt that the matter would best be solved by relying on good old fashioned Christian charity. And it didn't work then, and it doesn't work now. Millions of Americans struggle daily with 'food insecurity' (you don't know where your next meal is coming from), and it seems that our leaders are convinced that the poor have it far too easy, and are just too dependent on the largess of the American tax payer. However, the film does expose the pertinent fact that America's richest food corporations were able to continue to enjoy 100% of their lavish government subsidy, yet the food stamp budget was severely cut to pay for a program to end childhood hunger.

Film screening is followed by discussion on the current state of affairs in our own food policy and whats cooking in India.

Entry - Free

"Calligraphy is frozen poetry. It may well be simply an artistic version of another form, that is the ideograms which make up the poem, but then not only does it reflect the character and temperament of the artist but also its heart rate and breathing." Lamakaan presents a two day workshops for enthusiasts in Calligraphy for young and elders on 23th & 24th Nov Sat & Sun at 12noon - 2 pm.
In the two-hour sessions one will learn how to grip the calligraphy pen - to writing their own invitation for their next family function in Urdu & English.
Ms. Monika Lokhanday will be teaching the art in English, Hindi, Urdu and Arabic scripts. Fee includes providing Calligraphy Pen and writing material. For registrations: call 9704621500

Great Conductors of the 20th

century

Are you familiar with personalities like Bernstein, Karajan, Mehta, Toscanini…?

What is the role of a conductor? What can we learn from such great orchestra

leaders and what is their legacy? This Listening Post presents a comparative

study also on different leadership styles.

Presented by Joe Koster (amateur conductor; Brass Band & Choirs)
Listening Post/Music Appreciation: Pure listening to Classical and Jazz music recordings with visual aids, notes, Q/A-session, discussion. Open to all. Entrance free.

Carnatic music rendition "Vaageyakara Vaibhavam will be presented by Lecturers and students
of Vasavi College of Music & Dance. The performers will pay tributes to various poet-saints and great singers of the era such as: Bhakta Jayadeva, Purandara Das, Annamayya, Narayana Thirtha, Thyagaraya, mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna.

All are invited. Entry - Free

Samahaara Workshop Production
presents

Samahaara Comedy Night: Short Plays

Do you like fun? Anything for a laugh? Need to tickle the old funny bone? Then come be a part of a happy evening where a geek discovers his superpowers, a damsel in distress gives much distress, a king and a beggar have a face-off and a roommate sets up his kill room with knives and tomatoes.

Watch these intriguing and hilarious characters battle it out while their antics entertain and amuse you. Mark the date, book your tickets and bring your friends along.

Entry - 9885288982

IdontWantDowry.com, a matrimonial website for dowry free marriages is publishing a cartoons book " Varakatnam pai vanda mandi cartoonistula samaram" on 26th November to commemorate "Anti Dowry Day"
This book will have 100 cartoons penned by 100 cartoonists.
Entry - Free

In the Name Of God
Ram Ke Naam
(1991, Colour, 75 minutes)

(A film by Anand Patwardhan)

Since gaining independence in 1947, India has been a secular state. But now, as religious fundamentalism grips much of India's population, the greatest danger to the nation's extremely strained social fabric may come not from Sikh or Muslim separatists, but from Hindu fundamentalists who are appealing to the 83% Hindu majority to redefine India as a Hindu nation.

IN THE NAME OF GOD focuses on the campaign waged by the militant Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) to destroy a 16th century mosque in Ayodhya said to have been built by Babar, the first Mughal Emperor of India. The VHP claim the mosque was built at the birthsite of the Hindu god Ram after Babar razed an existing Ram temple. They are determined to build a new temple to Ram on the same site. This controversial issue, which successive governments have refused to resolve, has led to religious riots which have cost thousands their lives, culminating in the mosque's destruction by the Hindus in December of 1992. The resulting religious violence immediately spread throughout India and Pakistan leaving more than 5,000 dead, and causing thousands of Indian Muslims to flee their homes.

Filmed prior to the mosque's demolition, IN THE NAME OF GOD examines the motivations which would ultimately lead to the drastic actions of the Hindu militants, as well as the efforts of secular Indians - many of whom are Hindus - to combat the religious intolerance and hatred that has seized India in the name of God.

Awards:

Filmfare Award, Best Documentary, India, 1992
National Award, Best Investigative Doc. India, 1992
Ecumenical Prize, Nyon, Switzerland, 1993
Documentary Prize, Freibourg, Switzerland, 1993
Citizen's Prize, Yamagata, Japan, 1993

Reviews:

"The screen is electric with religious fervor, masses of people swarming through the streets, gathering in rallies, or violently rioting...

This is investigative cinema verité documentary at its dynamic best."
Kay Armatage, Toronto Film Festival

"A deceptively informal look at one lethal instance of India's move towards fundamentalist politics. For those who need to translate westward, it provides a possible clairvoyant example of the force of religious-political belief." Cameron Bailey

"An acutely informative, restrainedly courageous, and grimly prophetic film."- Hank Heifetz, author, ORIGIN OF THE YOUNG GOD

"Hard-hitting, provocative, revealing look at secularism in India under siege from militants on both sides. Patwardhan explores this tragedy in this lucid, courageous film that allows supporters of both sides to have their say... A documentary well worth seeking out."
Variety

"Anand Patwardhan's In the Name of God (Ram Ke Naam) is an important and telling comment on the rath yatra, on the political cynicism that went into the making of that event, and the communal fallout it produced."

Chittajallu Srinivasa Rao better known as C. S. Rao, was a South Indian actor, writer and director, son of famous film director Chittajallu Pullayya. He directed about 70 films in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Oriya languages. He is best known as the director of the Magnum Opus film of Telugu cinema Lava Kusha (1963).

He directed about 70 movies in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Oriya languages. His popular Telugu movies include Sri Krishna Tulabaram (1955), Lava Kusha (1963), Manchi Manasuku Manchi Rojulu (1958), Santinivasam (1960), Abhimanam (1960), Tiger Ramudu (1962), Valmeeki (1963), Kanchu Kota (1967), Govula Gopanna (1968), Ekaveera (1969), Jeevitha Chakram (1971), Sri Krishnarjuna Yuddham (1972), Dhanamaa? Daivamaa? (1973), Yashoda Krishna (1975), Mahakavi Kshetrayya (1976), etc.

Saichand Tripuraneni made these 'Cinema cinema' series to pay tributes to the doyens of cinema and Lamakaan is screening to commemorate 100 years of Indian Cinema.

Entry - Free

Dir : Patricio Guzman

Chile's high Atacama Desert is one of those rare places where the earth seems truly to touch the sky. Located 10,000 feet above sea level, the desert's remoteness and the extraordinary fact that it is the driest place on earth, with zero percent humidity, give it some of the clearest skies on the planet. Astronomers come from all over the globe to peer through the world's biggest telescopes to the very edge of time and space, hoping to discover the secrets of the cosmos. But the Atacama holds other secrets underfoot. Its dry soil has preserved layers of human remains, from pre-Columbian mummies to the bones of 19th-century explorers to the corpses of political prisoners "disappeared" by the Chilean army under General Augusto Pinochet after the military coup of September 1973.

In this otherworldly place, earthly and celestial quests meld: Archaeologists dig for ancient civilizations, women search for their loved ones and astronomers scan the skies for new galaxies.

Nostalgia for the Light is a meditation on memory, history and eternity
Entry - free

Kaalpanik Arts and Rangmanch presents

3 humorous Original short plays

1)Yamdude by Kaalpanik Arts

2)Tamilian Mismatch & the Marital Twist (Finalist in Skits Comeptition by Dramanon) by Rangmanch

3)Ammi Bane Mother-in-law (Winner of 5 awards including Best Play in Skits Competition by Dramanon) by Kaalapanik Arts

Date : 29th & 30th November 2013
Time : 7:30 pm
Duration : 1 hour

for details contact :

Sneha Mukherjee : 07702364217.
Naren Yadav : 09885333273.

Discussion and sharing of the findings of the research conducted by Anveshi on the various challenges, risks that the women faces in various urban spaces such as women working in Malls,women using public transports, in bus stands and other spaces; the kind of negotiations do women make in such spaces with regard to their safety.

How can one join together to work on creating a safer space for women in urban spaces in Hyderabad by taking forward the recommendations and think points from the discussion.

Discussants: Madhumeeta Sinha, Assistant Professor, EFLU, Hyderabad
Dr. A. Suneetha, Anveshi, Hyderabad
Tejaswini Madabhushi, Yugantar
Moderated by - Ananth Maringanti
Date:30th November,2013
Time: 3:30 pm

Open for all - Entry Free

"Ooha Chitram" is a collection of Telugu short stories written by Aripirala Satyaprasad. This event is conducted to launch the book followed by a discussion. The event is likely to be graced by famous Telugu writers, poets and artists. Famous story teller, columnist, "mithunam" Sriramana, satirist "G.R. Maharshi", writer "Kuppili Padma", young story teller "Vempalli Shariff", and will participate.

Entry - Free

"ఊహాచిత్రం" అరిపిరాల సత్యప్రసాద్ రాసిన కథల సంపుటి. ప్రముఖ రచయితలు, కవులు, చిత్రకారుల సమక్షంలో పుస్తకావిష్కరణ, చర్చ జరుగుతాయి. ప్రముఖ రచయితలు శ్రీరమణ, వ్యంగ్య రచయిత జి.ఆర్. మహర్షి, రచయిత్రి కుప్పిలి పద్మ, యువ రచయిత వేంపల్లి షరీఫ్ తదితరులు పాల్గింటారు.

ప్రవేశం ఉచితం

Kaalpanik Arts and Rangmanch presents
3 humorous Original short plays
1)Yamdude by Kaalpanik Arts
2)Tamilian Mismatch & the Marital Twist (Finalist in Skits Comeptition by Dramanon) by Rangmanch
3)Ammi Bane Mother-in-law (Winner of 5 awards including Best Play in Skits Competition by Dramanon) by Kaalapanik Arts
Date : 29th & 30th November 2013 Time : 7:30 pm Duration : 1 hour
for details contact :
Sneha Mukherjee : 07702364217. Naren Yadav : 09885333273.

One hour of encounter with the realities of everyday life with apna Hyderabadis, in an angle which'll comfort that aneurysm in your head 😛
Followed by open mic - where you could vent out 'bout anything, right from your khadoos boss, to your partner, to the mandi wala to world politics! Welcome to the lighter side of the world... Ommmm Shannnnti

Prateik Asrani - Bit by a bollywood bug at a very early age, the colorful venom of exaggeration filled his blood stream in no time and deluded him to believe in fairy tales..., but oops! the fairie(s) spanked his butt with their magic wand(s) and landed him in the reality of irony, making him the lovechild of sarcasm and frivolousness.. witty, tongue-in-cheek, quick, smart are the synonyms of his existence thereafter 😛

Alick Bailey - Just an ordinary guy like you and me and finds life funny at every corner. Loves to laugh at himself and others for the heck of it ^_^

Siddhy Varma - For a masters degree student with no memory/ use of it or for it, respectively, stand-up promises the catharsis to his biotech guilt. Hence he solemnly pledges to be sweaty, shaky and outrageously funny U_U (we'll see..) Bet your bottom rupee

Sishir - The name is Challa, Sishir Challa. And.. Surprise! Moth**f***ers! You just lost 3 secs of your life! Bahahaha.. *inhales some 'mysterious' smoke*.................. Surprise! Moth**f***ers! You just lost 3 secs of your life! Mahahaha - wait, didn't I just do that already? Shit -_- (somebody get me some water)......

Reeja Karrai - A former visual effects artist and creator of all things magical. She gave up her powers to continue living like a mere mortal and DANCE (sometimes for the monies, but not the way you are thinking, you evil beings!) Sometimes though, being mortal can be taxing and it drives her crazy to rant away and people find that funny. Join her to vent out your frustos! O:-)

Edwin Gates - 26 yrs ago a disturbing event unveiled a form of stupidity like no other. A child was born who brought in an age of misplaced logic, which will make sense to you after the enlightenment enters your soul! So... breathe in.... breathe out.. and be ready... B)

The Word or Death is an investigation into the dangerous links between politics and religion, between religions and sciences. How can the same words from the Bible or the Koran incite hatred, murder and sacrifice and also light the way to wisdom and life?

At the dawn of the 21st century, we are struck by the explosive force of mix between Bibical or Koranic verses, political messages and murderous acts that enflame wars “in the name of God”. But the words can also awaken, they can illuminate the spirit and weave bonds over frontiers.

Director : Abraham Segal
2009 – 1hr 37min – Color

Entry - free

Krishnaveni, popularly known as Jikki, began her career as a child artist in 1943 and played a minor role in a Telugu movie named Panthulamma. She was slowly being noted for her musical prowess and the lilting mellifluous voice although she did not go through any orthodox classical training in music. Soon a chance came her way to sing for the successful Tamil film 'Gnanasoundari' in 1948 for which music was composed by S. V. Venkatraman. The song was a super hit. This was the turning point in her life and changed the child actress Krishnaveni into a regular playback singer,Jikki, with chances pouring from not only for Tamil and Telugu films, but also for Kannada and Malayalam films - soon her staking a claim as No.1 female singer of South India. Then Gemini's S. S. Vasan introduced her to the Hindi film world by getting her to sing for his production 'Mr.Sampat" in 1952. She sang Sinhalese songs as well at that stage since the Sinhalese films were produced in Madras during those years.
She together with P. Leela reigned supreme in the South Indian film world in the early part of the 50s. Though they were in competition, they were fond of each other and behaved like two sisters and sang many songs together.

T Saichand made a moving tribute to her in this documentary and being screened to commemorate 100 years of Cinema.

Entry - Free