Lamakaan

Goethe‑Zentrum Hyderabad, in association with Lamakaan, invites you to the German Movie Night.

This October, join us for a special screening of The Trouble with Being Born (2020), directed by Sandra Wollner. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and artificial intelligence through the story of an android child programmed with the memories of her owner’s missing daughter. When she wanders into the woods and is taken in by another family, her identity is altered, raising profound questions about memory, belonging, and what it means to be human.

🔤 Language: German (with English subtitles)
⏱️ Duration: 94 minutes
🎟️ Entry: Free

This screening is part of our ongoing effort to bring world cinema to local audiences.

Cinema for the Planet: BEFF Babul Eco Film Festival 2026 brings to you the best and latest of green films from all over the globe. We have an interesting schedule lined up for you. Come and watch, bring along your Nature loving friends & family. BEFF opens the door of Environmental education for you.

Hyderabad Book Launch of "De- Democratisaton, A Global Story: Script, Actors and Enablers" by the author Kavita Krishnan published by Context (an imprint of Westland Books) along with discussion with Dr. Rammanohar Reddy(TBC)

In the twentieth century, in response to workers’ mass movements, labor rights were granted to a section of working class considered necessary for uninterrupted capital accumulation. However, simultaneously, workers employed in so-called non-capitalist occupations were excluded from these labor protections. Domestic workers were one such quintessential group of workers excluded from the definition of workers in labor laws. Given this history of misrecognition, demanding labor rights and symbolic recognition has been at the center of domestic workers’ movements across the globe. In this talk, I discuss my book project From Homes to Streets: Articulation in Domestic Workers’ Movements in India and South Africa which is a comparative sociological study of domestic workers’ rights movements in the two countries. Drawing on extensive fieldwork with domestic workers’ organizations in India and South Africa, I provide an account of how domestic workers have presented the case of their labor rights to the state, employers, and wider society. I argue that how domestic workers’ movements have framed their cause in pursuit of legal and symbolic recognition, offers an explanation into the varying degrees of advances they have made in their respective national contexts. I will show how the domestic workers have framed their claims to labor rights building on, often strategically and selectively, anti-caste, feminist, and black consciousness discourse and political forces.

अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन – A Space for Creativity

Presented by PoemNazmAurHum and Play of Shiva, अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन is a two-day celebration of art, expression, and creativity. Experience an engaging blend of poetry, nazm, soulful music, captivating storytelling, and stand-up comedy, bringing together diverse voices and talents on one stage. A platform where creativity knows no boundaries and every expression finds its audience. Join us for two evenings of performances, laughter, emotions, and meaningful connections.

Dates: 24th & 25th October, Saturday and Sunday
Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Tickets: ₹300 per person, per day and ₹500 for both days purchase

Come. Connect. Celebrate Creativity.

Invitation to BEING HIM – A Men's Emotional Wellness Workshop
Dear All,
We are pleased to invite you to BEING HIM, a workshop dedicated to men's emotional awareness and self-discovery.
This workshop offers a safe and supportive space for men to express their emotions, understand their feelings, reconnect with themselves and embrace their inner strength.
Workshop Details:
- Date: October 25, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
-Registration fee: 444/-
For registrations, contact: +91 81434 31115(WhatsApp only).

Your emotions matter. Your feelings matter. You matter.
We look forward to welcoming you to this meaningful journey of self-discovery and emotional well-being.

Hyderabad Book Club is a community of readers who come together to talk about books, exchange recommendations, and discover new writers, ideas and perspectives. Every month, we pick a theme and meet to share what we’ve been reading. Our discussions are informal, open and welcoming, and you don’t need to be an expert or a voracious reader to join us. Please join our WhatsApp group for future meetup details. We usually limit the meetups for 12-15 people to facilitate discussions among our readers.

अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन – A Space for Creativity Presented by PoemNazmAurHum and Play of Shiva, अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन is a two-day celebration of art, expression, and creativity. Experience an engaging blend of poetry, nazm, soulful music, captivating storytelling, and stand-up comedy, bringing together diverse voices and talents on one stage. A platform where creativity knows no boundaries and every expression finds its audience. Join us for two evenings of performances, laughter, emotions, and meaningful connections. Dates: 24th & 25th October, Saturday and Sunday Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Tickets: ₹300 per person, per day and ₹500 for both days purchase Come. Connect. Celebrate Creativity.

Shinigami: The Payback is a Telugu independent action film made by a small team of passionate filmmakers from Cinemates Creations. The film follows a story of revenge and justice, brought to life with a budget of under ₹50,000. Written and directed by Abhinav Putta, the film took over a year to complete, with friends and family coming together to make it happen. This screening is an opportunity to experience an independent film made with limited resources and a lot of heart.

This Documentary is about a painter who caught my eye at an event. I have travelled with him for few months and made a documentary with the help of his acquaintances.

As Hyderabad moves past the dry September with little rain, we look forward to October, hoping for the first hints of winter in the air. In that spirit of change and gentle anticipation, Lamakaan brings you the Jacques Tati Film Festival, every Wednesday evening this month. Just as the season shifts, Tati’s films invite us to pause, observe, and laugh at the quirks of modern life. His cinema is a reminder that humor can be subtle, human, and deeply connected to the rhythms of everyday existence.

Jacques Tati (born October 9, 1907 in Le Pecq, France – died November 4, 1982 in Paris, France) was one of France’s most beloved filmmakers, actor‑directors, and comedians. He created a unique style of visual comedy that relied less on dialogue and more on carefully choreographed physical humor, sound design, and the absurdities of modern society. His iconic character, Monsieur Hulot, became a symbol of the ordinary man navigating the complexities of modernity. Tati’s films—such as Jour de fête (1949), Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday (1953), Mon Oncle (1958), and Playtime (1967)—are celebrated for their gentle satire, inventive use of sound, and timeless charm. His contribution to cinema lies in showing that comedy can be both poetic and critical, making audiences laugh while reflecting on the world around them.

Tati’s work remains important because it bridges the gap between silent‑era physical comedy and modern social critique. His films are not just entertainment; they are cultural observations that capture the humor in everyday life and the absurdities of progress.

Film Title: PLAYTIME | 1967 | 98 Mins | France & Italy | French English German with English Subtitles.

About the film: Playtime (stylized as PlayTime and also written as Play Time[3]) is a 1967 satirical comedy film directed and co-written by Jacques Tati. Tati also stars in the film, reprising the role of Monsieur Hulot from his earlier films Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot (1953) and Mon Oncle (1958). However, Tati grew ambivalent towards playing Hulot as a recurring central role during production, and he appears intermittently in Playtime, alternating between central and supporting roles.

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!

JHUMKA MAKING WORKSHOP

Join us for a fun, hands-on Jhumka Making Workshop where you’ll learn to design and create your very own pair of jhumkas from scratch.
What’s included?
• All jhumka-making materials
• Step-by-step guidance
• Create your own pair of jhumkas
• A fun, creative afternoon with new people!

👫Open to everyone, regardless of gender.

12 PM Onwards
599/- per person

🎟️RSVP here: https://forms.gle/rVr3Sx5rj2rgfWbA9

Hosted by GatherGram

Sahityam tho Sayantralu

A Discussion on Gurram Jashuva’s Literary Journey & Gabbilam

Telugu Collective presents the next edition of Sahityam tho Sayantralu, a three-hour literary discussion exploring the life, literary journey, and enduring relevance of Gurram Jashuva—one of Telugu literature’s most powerful and distinctive voices.

At the heart of the discussion is Gabbilam, Jashuva’s landmark work that uses the voice of a marginalised individual to question caste, social inequality, exclusion, and the structures of privilege. Through a close engagement with the text, we will explore its literary form, language, historical context, and the questions it continues to raise today.

The session is an opportunity to read Gabbilam beyond its familiar interpretations and understand Jashuva’s place in the broader history of Telugu literature.

📅 Date: 31 October
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
🎟️ Entry: Free
🏛️ Hosted by: Telugu Collective

Book club meeting of the Hyderabad Indian-SF Reading Circle to discuss the book Half of What I Say by Anil Menon. Founded with the aim of spotlighting the richness and diversity of speculative writing from India, the reading circle brings together readers interested in exploring how Indian authors imagine science, technology, history and the future.

Title: Sherlock Holmes Chichcha
A complete family entertainer (hyderabadi hindi comedy play)

This is the story of a man from a village called Pareshanpur who acts as he knows everything about every mystery in the world. Everyone calls him *Sherlock Holmes Chichcha*—though his detective skills are often more dramatic than accurate.

His partner is Constable Paandu, a local policeman who supports Chichcha mainly because he hopes there will be some money, snacks, or a reward involved.

In the same village lives Chichcha’s biggest fan, a curious and overconfident girl known to everyone as *Google Jasoos*. She believes she can solve any crime by searching random clues, asking unnecessary questions, and giving advice that nobody asked for. Sometimes her ideas are brilliant—but most of the time, they make the investigation even more confusing.


The big question is: what kind of case will Pandu give Sherlock Holmes Chichcha, and how will Chichcha solve it? Will Google Jasoos become the unexpected hero of the investigation, or will her endless “Google knowledge” ruin the case completely?

What follows is a hilarious comedy village mystery full of misunderstandings, dramatic detective speeches, fake clues, and a final twist that no one in Pareshanpur sees coming.

D CUBE — Dark, Darker, Darkest

Vikram, an introverted man, has spent years being labelled “unlucky” by the people around him. As life's setbacks begin to shape his perception of himself, the line between reality and his inner world starts to blur. One night, he finds himself confronting a dead body and an unsettling version of himself. What follows is a psychological battle that takes him into the darkest corners of his own mind, where a single thought could change everything.

Kidnapped is a 15 min Telugu short film with english subtitles. The film is about a 9 year kid who's kidnapped by three teenagers for ransom. It is a fun film which can be watched by any one from 6-60

Screening children movies short films and documentaries on November 13th,2026 on the occasion of childrens day November 14th.

Sani Welfare Foundation hoisting a discussion and Book Launch - Game Changers: Lessons on Resilience and Success from Everyday Heroes by Uday Shankar presents a transformative framework of leadership grounded in grassroots grit rather than corporate privilege. Moving past conventional boardrooms and institutional case studies, the book examines how genuine societal and professional transformation is driven from the ground up. By documenting the real-life journeys of ordinary individuals—from national icons like "Metro Man" E. Sreedharan and "Missile Woman" Tessy Thomas to unheralded changemakers like Dashrath Manjhi, rural innovator Meenakshi Gadge, and humanitarian Azhar Maqsusi—the work dissects how relentless perseverance, purpose, and resourcefulness can overcome systemic adversity and resource scarcity.

The Panchatantra is a collection of stories in the Sanskrit Neetishastra tradition—teachings on wise conduct in life. Created by Pandit Vishnu Sharma to educate princes in the art of governance, its tales explore human behaviour through the themes of friendship, deception, wisdom, courage, compassion and problem solving through wit and wisdom. Through its ingenious story-within-a-story structure, humans and animals constantly change roles as narrators and protagonists, revealing timeless truths about life and society.
This performance presents a curated selection of lesser-known Panchatantra stories, strictly for adults. Surprising, entertaining and thought-provoking, they invite us to reflect on the wisdom of an ancient literary tradition—and its striking resonance with our times.

Valentina Trivedi

A published author and a TEDx speaker, Valentina has engaged with stories in numerous ways: writing, editing, translating, adapting, performing, directing and podcasting. She has performed at premiere literature festivals in India and abroad and enjoys adapting and expanding folk tales for performative storytelling.

Nitin Sukhija

Nitin brings 25 years of experience in storytelling across different formats of media. From Journalism to Televison to promos to radio to films and Branded content .He has authored a Hindi e-novel and a ten-episode audiobook, and performes on stage, adapting mythology, folklore and literature for live audiences.

Duration
60 minutes + 15 minutes of audience interaction

Language
Hindi

From family history to daily choices, diabetes shapes millions of lives every day. This Diabetes day, to mark this critical health topic the Mobius Quiz Club invites you to Everything is Diabetes. Hyderabad is frequently referred to as the diabetes capital of the world, Are we doing something wrong or is it an inevitable doom for us? Is there such a thing as reversal?

Through dynamic quiz rounds and expert-backed explanations, we aim to bridge the gap between clinical medicine and public awareness. Come join us and let’s explore the science behind this modern epidemic!

KATHASTU! - Myth. Folk. Life.

Mythological and Folk Tales are an integral part of any culture. We have been blessed with a specially large treasure trove of it. Their appeal lies in their succinct and engaging narrative reflecting human emotions and foibles. While providing a universal framework for understanding human nature, they are living repositories of our generational wisdom and connect us to our collective identity and roots.

In this performance we bring you a curated bouquet of 3 such eternally relevant and engrossing tales which will regale the audience with their wit, humour and thought provoking narrative. ‘Gunehgaar Kaun’, ‘Kuchh Nahi Badla Hai, Kuchh Nahi Badlega’ and ‘Bhagya se Takkar’.

Valentina Trivedi

A published author and a TEDx speaker, Valentina has engaged with stories in numerous ways: writing, editing, translating, adapting, performing, directing and podcasting. She has performed at premiere literature festivals in India and abroad and enjoys adapting and expanding folk tales for performative storytelling.

Nitin Sukhija

Nitin brings 25 years of experience in storytelling across different formats of media. From Journalism to Televison to promos to radio to films and Branded content .He has authored a Hindi e-novel and a ten-episode audiobook, and performes on stage, adapting mythology, folklore and literature for live audiences.

Duration
55 minutes

Language
Hindi

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

Goethe‑Zentrum Hyderabad, in association with Lamakaan, invites you to the German Movie Night.

This October, join us for a special screening of The Trouble with Being Born (2020), directed by Sandra Wollner. The film explores themes of identity, memory, and artificial intelligence through the story of an android child programmed with the memories of her owner’s missing daughter. When she wanders into the woods and is taken in by another family, her identity is altered, raising profound questions about memory, belonging, and what it means to be human.

🔤 Language: German (with English subtitles)
⏱️ Duration: 94 minutes
🎟️ Entry: Free

This screening is part of our ongoing effort to bring world cinema to local audiences.

Cinema for the Planet: BEFF Babul Eco Film Festival 2026 brings to you the best and latest of green films from all over the globe. We have an interesting schedule lined up for you. Come and watch, bring along your Nature loving friends & family. BEFF opens the door of Environmental education for you.

Hyderabad Book Launch of "De- Democratisaton, A Global Story: Script, Actors and Enablers" by the author Kavita Krishnan published by Context (an imprint of Westland Books) along with discussion with Dr. Rammanohar Reddy(TBC)

In the twentieth century, in response to workers’ mass movements, labor rights were granted to a section of working class considered necessary for uninterrupted capital accumulation. However, simultaneously, workers employed in so-called non-capitalist occupations were excluded from these labor protections. Domestic workers were one such quintessential group of workers excluded from the definition of workers in labor laws. Given this history of misrecognition, demanding labor rights and symbolic recognition has been at the center of domestic workers’ movements across the globe. In this talk, I discuss my book project From Homes to Streets: Articulation in Domestic Workers’ Movements in India and South Africa which is a comparative sociological study of domestic workers’ rights movements in the two countries. Drawing on extensive fieldwork with domestic workers’ organizations in India and South Africa, I provide an account of how domestic workers have presented the case of their labor rights to the state, employers, and wider society. I argue that how domestic workers’ movements have framed their cause in pursuit of legal and symbolic recognition, offers an explanation into the varying degrees of advances they have made in their respective national contexts. I will show how the domestic workers have framed their claims to labor rights building on, often strategically and selectively, anti-caste, feminist, and black consciousness discourse and political forces.

अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन – A Space for Creativity

Presented by PoemNazmAurHum and Play of Shiva, अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन is a two-day celebration of art, expression, and creativity. Experience an engaging blend of poetry, nazm, soulful music, captivating storytelling, and stand-up comedy, bringing together diverse voices and talents on one stage. A platform where creativity knows no boundaries and every expression finds its audience. Join us for two evenings of performances, laughter, emotions, and meaningful connections.

Dates: 24th & 25th October, Saturday and Sunday
Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
Tickets: ₹300 per person, per day and ₹500 for both days purchase

Come. Connect. Celebrate Creativity.

Invitation to BEING HIM – A Men's Emotional Wellness Workshop
Dear All,
We are pleased to invite you to BEING HIM, a workshop dedicated to men's emotional awareness and self-discovery.
This workshop offers a safe and supportive space for men to express their emotions, understand their feelings, reconnect with themselves and embrace their inner strength.
Workshop Details:
- Date: October 25, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
-Registration fee: 444/-
For registrations, contact: +91 81434 31115(WhatsApp only).

Your emotions matter. Your feelings matter. You matter.
We look forward to welcoming you to this meaningful journey of self-discovery and emotional well-being.

Hyderabad Book Club is a community of readers who come together to talk about books, exchange recommendations, and discover new writers, ideas and perspectives. Every month, we pick a theme and meet to share what we’ve been reading. Our discussions are informal, open and welcoming, and you don’t need to be an expert or a voracious reader to join us. Please join our WhatsApp group for future meetup details. We usually limit the meetups for 12-15 people to facilitate discussions among our readers.

अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन – A Space for Creativity Presented by PoemNazmAurHum and Play of Shiva, अभिव्यक्ति का आँगन is a two-day celebration of art, expression, and creativity. Experience an engaging blend of poetry, nazm, soulful music, captivating storytelling, and stand-up comedy, bringing together diverse voices and talents on one stage. A platform where creativity knows no boundaries and every expression finds its audience. Join us for two evenings of performances, laughter, emotions, and meaningful connections. Dates: 24th & 25th October, Saturday and Sunday Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Tickets: ₹300 per person, per day and ₹500 for both days purchase Come. Connect. Celebrate Creativity.

Shinigami: The Payback is a Telugu independent action film made by a small team of passionate filmmakers from Cinemates Creations. The film follows a story of revenge and justice, brought to life with a budget of under ₹50,000. Written and directed by Abhinav Putta, the film took over a year to complete, with friends and family coming together to make it happen. This screening is an opportunity to experience an independent film made with limited resources and a lot of heart.

This Documentary is about a painter who caught my eye at an event. I have travelled with him for few months and made a documentary with the help of his acquaintances.

As Hyderabad moves past the dry September with little rain, we look forward to October, hoping for the first hints of winter in the air. In that spirit of change and gentle anticipation, Lamakaan brings you the Jacques Tati Film Festival, every Wednesday evening this month. Just as the season shifts, Tati’s films invite us to pause, observe, and laugh at the quirks of modern life. His cinema is a reminder that humor can be subtle, human, and deeply connected to the rhythms of everyday existence.

Jacques Tati (born October 9, 1907 in Le Pecq, France – died November 4, 1982 in Paris, France) was one of France’s most beloved filmmakers, actor‑directors, and comedians. He created a unique style of visual comedy that relied less on dialogue and more on carefully choreographed physical humor, sound design, and the absurdities of modern society. His iconic character, Monsieur Hulot, became a symbol of the ordinary man navigating the complexities of modernity. Tati’s films—such as Jour de fête (1949), Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday (1953), Mon Oncle (1958), and Playtime (1967)—are celebrated for their gentle satire, inventive use of sound, and timeless charm. His contribution to cinema lies in showing that comedy can be both poetic and critical, making audiences laugh while reflecting on the world around them.

Tati’s work remains important because it bridges the gap between silent‑era physical comedy and modern social critique. His films are not just entertainment; they are cultural observations that capture the humor in everyday life and the absurdities of progress.

Film Title: PLAYTIME | 1967 | 98 Mins | France & Italy | French English German with English Subtitles.

About the film: Playtime (stylized as PlayTime and also written as Play Time[3]) is a 1967 satirical comedy film directed and co-written by Jacques Tati. Tati also stars in the film, reprising the role of Monsieur Hulot from his earlier films Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot (1953) and Mon Oncle (1958). However, Tati grew ambivalent towards playing Hulot as a recurring central role during production, and he appears intermittently in Playtime, alternating between central and supporting roles.

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is free and open to all!

JHUMKA MAKING WORKSHOP

Join us for a fun, hands-on Jhumka Making Workshop where you’ll learn to design and create your very own pair of jhumkas from scratch.
What’s included?
• All jhumka-making materials
• Step-by-step guidance
• Create your own pair of jhumkas
• A fun, creative afternoon with new people!

👫Open to everyone, regardless of gender.

12 PM Onwards
599/- per person

🎟️RSVP here: https://forms.gle/rVr3Sx5rj2rgfWbA9

Hosted by GatherGram

Sahityam tho Sayantralu

A Discussion on Gurram Jashuva’s Literary Journey & Gabbilam

Telugu Collective presents the next edition of Sahityam tho Sayantralu, a three-hour literary discussion exploring the life, literary journey, and enduring relevance of Gurram Jashuva—one of Telugu literature’s most powerful and distinctive voices.

At the heart of the discussion is Gabbilam, Jashuva’s landmark work that uses the voice of a marginalised individual to question caste, social inequality, exclusion, and the structures of privilege. Through a close engagement with the text, we will explore its literary form, language, historical context, and the questions it continues to raise today.

The session is an opportunity to read Gabbilam beyond its familiar interpretations and understand Jashuva’s place in the broader history of Telugu literature.

📅 Date: 31 October
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
🎟️ Entry: Free
🏛️ Hosted by: Telugu Collective

Book club meeting of the Hyderabad Indian-SF Reading Circle to discuss the book Half of What I Say by Anil Menon. Founded with the aim of spotlighting the richness and diversity of speculative writing from India, the reading circle brings together readers interested in exploring how Indian authors imagine science, technology, history and the future.

Title: Sherlock Holmes Chichcha
A complete family entertainer (hyderabadi hindi comedy play)

This is the story of a man from a village called Pareshanpur who acts as he knows everything about every mystery in the world. Everyone calls him *Sherlock Holmes Chichcha*—though his detective skills are often more dramatic than accurate.

His partner is Constable Paandu, a local policeman who supports Chichcha mainly because he hopes there will be some money, snacks, or a reward involved.

In the same village lives Chichcha’s biggest fan, a curious and overconfident girl known to everyone as *Google Jasoos*. She believes she can solve any crime by searching random clues, asking unnecessary questions, and giving advice that nobody asked for. Sometimes her ideas are brilliant—but most of the time, they make the investigation even more confusing.


The big question is: what kind of case will Pandu give Sherlock Holmes Chichcha, and how will Chichcha solve it? Will Google Jasoos become the unexpected hero of the investigation, or will her endless “Google knowledge” ruin the case completely?

What follows is a hilarious comedy village mystery full of misunderstandings, dramatic detective speeches, fake clues, and a final twist that no one in Pareshanpur sees coming.

D CUBE — Dark, Darker, Darkest

Vikram, an introverted man, has spent years being labelled “unlucky” by the people around him. As life's setbacks begin to shape his perception of himself, the line between reality and his inner world starts to blur. One night, he finds himself confronting a dead body and an unsettling version of himself. What follows is a psychological battle that takes him into the darkest corners of his own mind, where a single thought could change everything.

Kidnapped is a 15 min Telugu short film with english subtitles. The film is about a 9 year kid who's kidnapped by three teenagers for ransom. It is a fun film which can be watched by any one from 6-60

Screening children movies short films and documentaries on November 13th,2026 on the occasion of childrens day November 14th.

Sani Welfare Foundation hoisting a discussion and Book Launch - Game Changers: Lessons on Resilience and Success from Everyday Heroes by Uday Shankar presents a transformative framework of leadership grounded in grassroots grit rather than corporate privilege. Moving past conventional boardrooms and institutional case studies, the book examines how genuine societal and professional transformation is driven from the ground up. By documenting the real-life journeys of ordinary individuals—from national icons like "Metro Man" E. Sreedharan and "Missile Woman" Tessy Thomas to unheralded changemakers like Dashrath Manjhi, rural innovator Meenakshi Gadge, and humanitarian Azhar Maqsusi—the work dissects how relentless perseverance, purpose, and resourcefulness can overcome systemic adversity and resource scarcity.

The Panchatantra is a collection of stories in the Sanskrit Neetishastra tradition—teachings on wise conduct in life. Created by Pandit Vishnu Sharma to educate princes in the art of governance, its tales explore human behaviour through the themes of friendship, deception, wisdom, courage, compassion and problem solving through wit and wisdom. Through its ingenious story-within-a-story structure, humans and animals constantly change roles as narrators and protagonists, revealing timeless truths about life and society.
This performance presents a curated selection of lesser-known Panchatantra stories, strictly for adults. Surprising, entertaining and thought-provoking, they invite us to reflect on the wisdom of an ancient literary tradition—and its striking resonance with our times.

Valentina Trivedi

A published author and a TEDx speaker, Valentina has engaged with stories in numerous ways: writing, editing, translating, adapting, performing, directing and podcasting. She has performed at premiere literature festivals in India and abroad and enjoys adapting and expanding folk tales for performative storytelling.

Nitin Sukhija

Nitin brings 25 years of experience in storytelling across different formats of media. From Journalism to Televison to promos to radio to films and Branded content .He has authored a Hindi e-novel and a ten-episode audiobook, and performes on stage, adapting mythology, folklore and literature for live audiences.

Duration
60 minutes + 15 minutes of audience interaction

Language
Hindi

From family history to daily choices, diabetes shapes millions of lives every day. This Diabetes day, to mark this critical health topic the Mobius Quiz Club invites you to Everything is Diabetes. Hyderabad is frequently referred to as the diabetes capital of the world, Are we doing something wrong or is it an inevitable doom for us? Is there such a thing as reversal?

Through dynamic quiz rounds and expert-backed explanations, we aim to bridge the gap between clinical medicine and public awareness. Come join us and let’s explore the science behind this modern epidemic!

KATHASTU! - Myth. Folk. Life.

Mythological and Folk Tales are an integral part of any culture. We have been blessed with a specially large treasure trove of it. Their appeal lies in their succinct and engaging narrative reflecting human emotions and foibles. While providing a universal framework for understanding human nature, they are living repositories of our generational wisdom and connect us to our collective identity and roots.

In this performance we bring you a curated bouquet of 3 such eternally relevant and engrossing tales which will regale the audience with their wit, humour and thought provoking narrative. ‘Gunehgaar Kaun’, ‘Kuchh Nahi Badla Hai, Kuchh Nahi Badlega’ and ‘Bhagya se Takkar’.

Valentina Trivedi

A published author and a TEDx speaker, Valentina has engaged with stories in numerous ways: writing, editing, translating, adapting, performing, directing and podcasting. She has performed at premiere literature festivals in India and abroad and enjoys adapting and expanding folk tales for performative storytelling.

Nitin Sukhija

Nitin brings 25 years of experience in storytelling across different formats of media. From Journalism to Televison to promos to radio to films and Branded content .He has authored a Hindi e-novel and a ten-episode audiobook, and performes on stage, adapting mythology, folklore and literature for live audiences.

Duration
55 minutes

Language
Hindi