Lamakaan

Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more...

Read A Kitaab is a calm & comfort space to be yourself, to discuss books and life with no bars on age/gender/ethnicity/political views etc.

This event marks the inaugural meeting of a new reading circle dedicated exclusively to Indian science fiction. 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.

Over the course of one year, we will collectively read and discuss eight selected works of Indian science fiction. The first in-person session will take place on February 15, 2026, from 2pm to 4pm (with subsequent meetings scheduled at six-week intervals). In addition to the offline gatherings, the group will also host regular online discussions to share progress, reflections, and insights between sessions. Anyone interested to join our community can you use this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LPQMXSgLpLbCIMyqwfPN43

The opening session will focus on The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh, a landmark novel that blends science fiction, history and mystery. It won the Arthur C. Clarke Award in 1997. The discussion will introduce participants to the themes of the book while setting the tone for thoughtful, inclusive and engaging conversations throughout the year.

The reading circle is open to anyone interested in discovering or revisiting Indian science fiction and aims to encourage more readers to engage with this important and often underrepresented literary tradition.

ఆహ్వానం:
అనిల్ బత్తుల పబ్లికేషన్స్, లమాకాన్ కలిసి నిర్వహిస్తున్న ' పిల్లల సినిమా పండగ 2026 ' లో భాగంగా 15 ఫిబ్రవరి 2026.. ఆదివారం సాయంత్రం 7: 30 నిం లకు ఇరానియన్ పిల్లల సినిమా 'WHERE IS MY FRIENDS HOUSE / HOME? ' ను మీరు బంజారాహిల్స్ (జి.వి.కె వన్ మాల్ ఎదురుస్ సందు) లమాకాన్లో ఉచితంగా చూడవచ్చు. ఈ గొప్ప సినిమాను ప్రపంచ ప్రఖ్యాత దర్శకుడు అబ్బాస్ కియరొస్తమీ తీశారు. ఈ గొప్ప అనుభవాన్ని మిస్ కాకండి. అందరికీ సాదర ఆహ్వానం.
As part of Children’s Film Festival 2026, jointly organized by Anil Battula Publications and Lamakaan, we invite you to a special screening of the Iranian children’s film Where Is My Friend’s House? on Sunday, 15th February 2026 at 7:30 PM at Lamakaan, Banjara Hills (lane opposite GVK One Mall).

This remarkable film was directed by the worldrenowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami.

Don’t miss this wonderful cinematic experience.

Everyone is cordially invited.

తెలుగు దారిలో కళావంతుల నడక.

మాట్లాడేవారు.. డా. యశోద ఠాకూర్, ఆర్.ఎం. ఉమామహేశ్వర్ రావు

Costa Gavras’ 1982 movie Missing revolves around the mysterious disappearance of an American journalist Charles Horman in the aftermath of US-sponsored military coup in Chile in 1973 that deposed the democratically elected socialist president Salvador Allende. The movie traces the concerted search of Charles by his father Edmund and his wife Beth who have opposing worldviews. Apart from their collective effort to find Charles, the movie also examines their contrasting views about the US. It also shows how in the process of finding his missing son Edmund’s views about his own country changes. The impact of this movie can be gauged from the fact that it was banned in Chile during the regime of Augusto Pinochet who became the country’s military dictator after the 1973 coup.
Hyderabad Cinephiles is screening this movie in the context of recent US attack on Venezuela and abduction of its president Nicolas Maduro. The screening will be followed by a discussion in which, along with the content and craft of the movie, we will also discuss about the long history of US intervention in Latin America and other parts of the world and the changing global order.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 (𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆)
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟬𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗽𝗺
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗮𝗻, 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱
𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆

Lamakaan will host a special evening dedicated to the works of acclaimed Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker Bahman Ghobadi this February. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, the festival brings together cinephiles, students, and lovers of world cinema to experience Ghobadi’s powerful storytelling that blends poetic realism with the struggles and resilience of Kurdish life.

About the Director: Bahman Ghobadi, born on February 1, 1969, in Baneh, Kurdistan Province, Iran, is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker celebrated for his poignant storytelling that blends poetic realism with the lived struggles of Kurdish communities. Educated in film directing at Iran Broadcasting College, Ghobadi rose to international prominence with his debut feature A Time for Drunken Horses (2000), which won the Caméra d'Or at Cannes. His subsequent films, including Turtles Can Fly (2004), Half Moon (2006), and No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009), further cemented his reputation as a filmmaker who captures resilience, identity, and the human spirit against the backdrop of political and social upheaval.

Film Title: MAROONED IN IRAQ | 2002 | 108 Mins | Iran | Kurdish/Persian with English Subtitles.

About the film: "Marooned in Iraq" is a 2002 Iranian film directed by Bahman Ghobadi, set during the Iran-Iraq war. The movie follows Mirza, a famous Kurdish musician, and his two sons as they embark on a journey to find Mirza's ex-wife, Hanareh, who is in trouble in Iraqi Kurdistan.

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

Join us for the introduction of Kadadaaka Neeventee, an independent film crafted without external backing, fueled only by the support of friends. Set against the backdrop of 1980–2002, this rural romance explores and questions the social disparities of the time.

My goal is to introduce this project to the artistic community at Lamakaan before its official release. We seek your presence and support!

Sign Language Workship to be conducted by the Rotaract Club of Secunderabad Medicos, along with a deaf enabled foundation to teach the basics of sign language to students currently studying in medical college in Hyderabad, to held aid future doctors know basics of sign language to communicate with specially abled people.

Does it matter any more? BUDGET 2026-27

Given the changes in development strategy and economic planning, what role does the Annual budget play? A weak exchange rate, growing trade deficits, poor export growth within the fastest growing major economy in the world. What does all this mean for India today?

By:- Prof. Vikas Singh is an Adjunct Professor at the Indian Institute of Public Administration, Delhi, and a Fellow at MCRHRD, Hyderabad, with prior experience at ISB. He is the Co-founder of the think tank Crux and a noted leadership expert.

Prof Singh has authored over 400 Op-Eds, is a TED speaker, and is a widely sought-after authority on the intersection of the economy and public policy

Create Your Vision

Vision Board Making and Relaxation Event

Step into a slow creative space designed for reflection clarity and calm
This session invites you to pause dream and visually express your goals through vision board making and journaling

We will be providing all the materials you need including a blank canvas stickers decorative elements and art supplies so you can freely bring your visions to life
You will have access to unlimited materials to create without limits

Whether you want to map out your goals intentions or simply create something that feels like you this space is yours

If you are a junk journal lover feel free to bring your own journal and personalize it using the materials provided
Soft music mindful creativity and a relaxed atmosphere will guide the experience

Prior booking fee is 599
On the spot registration fee is 699

Cute goodies will be awarded for the best vision board

Come as you are
Create at your own pace
Leave with clarity inspiration and something meaningful made by you

No prior art experience needed
All materials provided
A calm and creative space to unwind

For registrations please contact or whatsapp - 9177300699

Hyderabad Bookworms' Movie of the Month meetup. Meet your fellow bookworms, as we enjoy a movie adapted from a book or a play, share thoughts, compare with source material, and discuss its cultural relevance. This event is organised once a month, movie is chosen based on poll on our discord server. (dm for the link to the server!) movies can be in any language, as long as supplied with subtitles, preferably under two hours, so that there is enough time for some sweet discussion! instagram: @hyderabadbookworms

My name is Rakesh Rootsman Rak, and I am a UK Citizen and have been a living in multiple countries for 30 years.

For many years, I was defined by what I was against, which eventually led to a wall of total burnout. I realised that while I knew exactly what organisations were doing wrong, I had not yet mastered how to do things right within a community. Since then, I have shifted my focus to building a life and projects that are "for" something, creating systems that are right for humans, animals and Mother Nature.

How I can support you
I specialize in practical self reliance and, more importantly, collaborative working. I can help your community with:

Governance and Harmony: I have helped several eco villages and networks move from the brink of collapse and shouting matches to becoming thriving, loving associations that make good decisions together.

Food Growing: Teaching how to grow food in a way that encourages animals and insects to come and go of their own free will without exploitation.

Self Reliance for Free: Making fermented foods and essentials from scratch, such as creating apple cider vinegar from apple scraps, as well as making soaps, toothpastes and cleaning powders.

Eco Infrastructure: Designing and building houses, stoves and off grid energy systems like solar, wind and pedal power.

My goal is to build a model of governance that feels sustainable. We can achieve our mission without losing ourselves to frustration and burnout.

Modi government has replaced the 29 labour laws with 4 labour codes. Apart from facilitating the 'Ease of Doing Business', the government claims that these labour codes will benefit the workers and employees as well. The government also claims that these labour codes have also been made keeping in mind the interest of unorganised sector workers and gig workers.
In our next discussion we will discuss if there is any truth in the lofty claims made by the government. All are cordially welcome.

Description:- PARK a powerful play by Manav Kaul
Directed by - Sriram Vader
PARK - is set in a quiet public park where two strangers begin an unremarkable conversation. What starts as casual, almost mundane talk gradually reveals subtle layers of curiosity, hesitation, and guarded honesty. The characters move between light humor and thoughtful pauses, suggesting that even ordinary encounters carry unspoken questions. The open setting feels familiar, yet there’s a gentle sense that more is being exchanged than just words. As the conversation unfolds, small details begin to matter in unexpected ways. Without dramatic twists, the play quietly invites the audience to notice how people reveal themselves - slowly, carefully, and sometimes unintentionally. In its simplicity, Park lingers as a reflection on chance meetings and the quiet complexity of human interaction.

Special intensive revision (SIR) is the new weapon in the hands of the central government to threaten
the common people particularly the minorities and other vulnerable sections of the people.Reports from the ground suggest that marginalized communities, migrant workers, minorities, and the urban poor are disproportionately affected by voter deletions. Such selective disenfranchisement cannot be dismissed as coincidence. It reflects a political strategy where electoral rolls are manipulated to shape outcomes in favor of the ruling establishment, rather than reflecting the genuine will of the people.

In this background we are conducting the debate on the motives behind SIR on 24th February 2026.

Lamakaan will host a special evening dedicated to the works of acclaimed Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker Bahman Ghobadi this February. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, the festival brings together cinephiles, students, and lovers of world cinema to experience Ghobadi’s powerful storytelling that blends poetic realism with the struggles and resilience of Kurdish life.

About the Director: Bahman Ghobadi, born on February 1, 1969, in Baneh, Kurdistan Province, Iran, is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker celebrated for his poignant storytelling that blends poetic realism with the lived struggles of Kurdish communities. Educated in film directing at Iran Broadcasting College, Ghobadi rose to international prominence with his debut feature A Time for Drunken Horses (2000), which won the Caméra d'Or at Cannes. His subsequent films, including Turtles Can Fly (2004), Half Moon (2006), and No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009), further cemented his reputation as a filmmaker who captures resilience, identity, and the human spirit against the backdrop of political and social upheaval.

Film Title: HALF MOON | 2006 | 114 Mins | Iran, France, Austria, and Iraq | Kurdish with English Subtitles.

About the film: Half Moon (Sorani Kurdish: نیوەمانگ, romanized: Nîwemaň) is a 2006 internationally co-produced Kurdish comedy-drama film directed by Bahman Ghobadi, who co-wrote the screenplay with Behnam Behzadi, partly inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Requiem. The film stars Ismail Ghaffari as Mamo, an old legendary musician, who sets to trespass the borders of Iranian Kurdistan to give one final concert in Iraqi Kurdistan with his 10 sons.

Half Moon is a part of the New Crowned Hope film series, a celebration of the 250th birthday of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The film is an international co-production of Iran, Austria, France and Iraq.

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

Pulse 24 is a DEMO film.PRESENTED BY CHAI BISKET
Plot of the demo film is a world where 2 telugu states are in president's rule and is controlled by a military tyrant and the female protagonist is a mineral scientist. How all these character are connected and what happens next is the plot.

Bridging the Gap: Analogue and AI is a 4 hours, dialogue-driven workshop that brings together people from traditionally analogue disciplines such as arts, humanities, social sciences, craft, activism, and education with practitioners working in AI and digital systems.

Through a fireside conversation, structured small-group networking, lightning perspectives, and an open floor discussion, the event explores how human intuition, lived experience, and cultural knowledge intersect with artificial intelligence.

This is not a technical training session. It is a space for reflection, exchange, and collaborative sense-making on how analogue and AI worlds meet and influence one another.

Born into a renowned lineage of dacoits, Dheno struggles to make ends meet as his once-feared trade has become obsolete in the modern world. Despite his mastery, those around him abandon him for refusing to evolve, clinging stubbornly to the age-old ways of dacoity. The story follows his quest to carve out a place for himself in an ever-changing, technology-driven world. Will he adapt and survive, or be left behind? Beneath its layer of dark comedy, this satire offers a sharp commentary on the plight of today’s educated yet unemployed youth.

Ankura,” meaning tender sprout, symbolizes new beginnings and artistic growth.

This recital presents the young dancers of Tejas Academy of Arts as they take their first steps into the world of classical performance. Rooted in the tradition of Kuchipudi; one of India’s eight classical dance forms, known for its expressive storytelling and rhythmic grace.

Through foundational pieces and vibrant group presentations, these budding artistes showcase months of disciplined training, devotion, and dedication.

“Ankura” celebrates not just performance, but the blossoming of confidence, culture, and commitment in the next generation of artistes.

At Tejas Academy of Arts, we believe every artiste begins as a delicate sprout. With guidance, perseverance, and encouragement, that sprout grows into a strong and graceful tree rooted in tradition

'నన్ను వెన్నాడే కథలు' is a compilation of best indian and world stories. these are translated telugu stories. Book is compiled by Vadrevu Chinaveerabadrudu garu and published by Anil battula publications

Friends of Jilipibala (Jilipibalar Bondhura) is a 2025 Bengali documentary directed by Debalina Majumder (or Debalina Mow) that spans over a decade, capturing the bond between a young girl and a tamarind tree in Kolkata. The film highlights the importance of urban greenery and the devastating impact of deforestation on non-human life, serving as a call to action to preserve ecological diversity.

Screening by Art Against Oppression

This March, Lamakaan will host a special series of screenings dedicated to the legendary Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, every Wednesday evening. The timing beautifully coincides with spring and the festival of Holi, Ugadi, and other festivals, making the event not just a cinematic celebration but also a cultural one—an occasion where the vibrancy of colors, renewal, and artistic expression come together. Just as Holi marks the triumph of joy and the blossoming of new beginnings, Wajda’s films will offer audiences a chance to reflect on resilience, history, and the enduring power of storytelling.

About the Director: Born on March 6, 1926, in Suwałki, Poland, Andrzej Wajda became one of the most influential voices in world cinema, shaping the Polish Film School movement and leaving a legacy spanning over six decades. He passed away on October 9, 2016, in Warsaw at the age of 90, but his contribution to cinema remains timeless. Wajda’s films often grappled with Poland’s turbulent history, weaving together themes of war, identity, and social struggle. His masterpieces include Ashes and Diamonds (1958), Man of Marble (1977), Man of Iron (1981), The Promised Land (1975), and Katyn (2007). Recognized globally, he received the Palme d’Or, an Honorary Oscar, and numerous lifetime achievement awards, cementing his place as a filmmaker who gave voice to a nation’s collective memory while influencing generations of directors worldwide.

Film Title: KANAL | 1957 | 95 Mins | Poland | Polish with English Subtitles.

About the film: Kanał (Polish pronunciation: [ˈkanaw], Sewer) is a 1957 Polish film directed by Andrzej Wajda. It was the first film made about the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, telling the story of a company of Home Army resistance fighters escaping the Nazi onslaught through the city’s sewers. The film is adapted from the story They Loved Life by Jerzy Stefan Stawiński. Kanał is the second film of Wajda’s War Trilogy, preceded by A Generation and followed by Ashes and Diamonds.

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

Postcolonial Bollywood and Muslim Identity: Production, Representation, and Reception examines how Hindi cinema has shaped, negotiated, and reframed Muslim identity in India from the post-independence period to the present. The book critically analyses cinematic narratives, industrial practices, and audience reception to reveal how nationalism, secularism, and majoritarian politics intersect within popular film culture. By situating Bollywood within broader postcolonial debates, the work offers a nuanced account of how Muslim identity has been constructed, marginalised, romanticised, and politicised on screen.
The book talk will be delivered by Dr. Nadira Khatun, Author and Associate Professor at XIM University Bhubaneswar. Her research focuses on media, nationalism, memory, and minority representation in South Asian cinema. She has published widely on Bollywood and identity politics, and her work bridges film studies, political theory, and postcolonial scholarship.
The session will be moderated by Dr. Meraj Ahmed Mubarki, Associate Professor at Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad. His academic interests include media studies, cultural politics, and minority discourse.
The event invites scholars, students, and the wider public to reflect on cinema’s role in shaping cultural memory and national imagination in contemporary India.

All are Welcome!

Discussion about Bandi Narayana Swamy’s Kadapati Yuddham Novel.
The author is a Kendriya Sahitya Akademi Award recipient for his work Saptabhoomi. Kadapati Yuddham is his latest book which is a historical fiction based on the 16-17th century Sri Krishna Devaraya’s kingdom during the reign of Aliya Ramaraju. This discusses the social, political, religious and cultural aspects of people’s lives during that time.

Dushala, the character from our epic Mahabharata, the only daughter of Dhritarashtra and Gandhari, talks about her pain and anguish over the ages and yearns for an identity for herself. Here, we are not only talking about the Kaurava princess, but about the women in general, about all the daughters, sisters, wives and mothers around us.
She talks of how she was neglected by her mother right from the time of her birth, in fact, much before that, describing how and why she was even made to take birth. How she was betrayed by her own brother, who bartered her to Jayadrath as a consolation for losing at Draupadi's swayamvar. What made her love the Pandavas and Draupadi more than her own brothers and their wives? The high point of the performance is a lesson on how to bring up sons, with Dushala setting an example of going against the grain and spending quality time with the child, much unlike her own mother. More importantly, she made her son Surath realize the futility of a war. Why and how she eventually breaks her bond with Hastinapur forms the climax of the performance.

This commemorative event, “80 Years of Dr. Keshava Reddy: Writing Beyond Time & Death,” seeks to honor his enduring legacy through literary discussions, readings, reflections, and tributes. Bringing together scholars, writers, readers, and admirers, the gathering will revisit his works, examine their continuing relevance, and celebrate the profound impact he has had on generations of readers and the landscape of Telugu literature.

This is not only a tribute to the memory of Dr. Keshava Reddy, but a reaffirmation that his writing remains alive—continuing to speak, challenge, and endure beyond time and death.

This play is based on the imagination of the writer about his fictional characters. During the play the fictional characters go beyond the story line. Regardless of the imagination, the writer wants to interrupt them. At the end the writer feels himself helpless.

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

Read A Kitaab is an unbiased community of Readers, Booklovers, writers and artists. We strive to provide the community an ecosystem with an online library, book discussions, author meet, book of the month, monthly meets, newsletters & much more...

Read A Kitaab is a calm & comfort space to be yourself, to discuss books and life with no bars on age/gender/ethnicity/political views etc.

This event marks the inaugural meeting of a new reading circle dedicated exclusively to Indian science fiction. 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.

Over the course of one year, we will collectively read and discuss eight selected works of Indian science fiction. The first in-person session will take place on February 15, 2026, from 2pm to 4pm (with subsequent meetings scheduled at six-week intervals). In addition to the offline gatherings, the group will also host regular online discussions to share progress, reflections, and insights between sessions. Anyone interested to join our community can you use this link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/LPQMXSgLpLbCIMyqwfPN43

The opening session will focus on The Calcutta Chromosome by Amitav Ghosh, a landmark novel that blends science fiction, history and mystery. It won the Arthur C. Clarke Award in 1997. The discussion will introduce participants to the themes of the book while setting the tone for thoughtful, inclusive and engaging conversations throughout the year.

The reading circle is open to anyone interested in discovering or revisiting Indian science fiction and aims to encourage more readers to engage with this important and often underrepresented literary tradition.

ఆహ్వానం:
అనిల్ బత్తుల పబ్లికేషన్స్, లమాకాన్ కలిసి నిర్వహిస్తున్న ' పిల్లల సినిమా పండగ 2026 ' లో భాగంగా 15 ఫిబ్రవరి 2026.. ఆదివారం సాయంత్రం 7: 30 నిం లకు ఇరానియన్ పిల్లల సినిమా 'WHERE IS MY FRIENDS HOUSE / HOME? ' ను మీరు బంజారాహిల్స్ (జి.వి.కె వన్ మాల్ ఎదురుస్ సందు) లమాకాన్లో ఉచితంగా చూడవచ్చు. ఈ గొప్ప సినిమాను ప్రపంచ ప్రఖ్యాత దర్శకుడు అబ్బాస్ కియరొస్తమీ తీశారు. ఈ గొప్ప అనుభవాన్ని మిస్ కాకండి. అందరికీ సాదర ఆహ్వానం.
As part of Children’s Film Festival 2026, jointly organized by Anil Battula Publications and Lamakaan, we invite you to a special screening of the Iranian children’s film Where Is My Friend’s House? on Sunday, 15th February 2026 at 7:30 PM at Lamakaan, Banjara Hills (lane opposite GVK One Mall).

This remarkable film was directed by the worldrenowned filmmaker Abbas Kiarostami.

Don’t miss this wonderful cinematic experience.

Everyone is cordially invited.

తెలుగు దారిలో కళావంతుల నడక.

మాట్లాడేవారు.. డా. యశోద ఠాకూర్, ఆర్.ఎం. ఉమామహేశ్వర్ రావు

Costa Gavras’ 1982 movie Missing revolves around the mysterious disappearance of an American journalist Charles Horman in the aftermath of US-sponsored military coup in Chile in 1973 that deposed the democratically elected socialist president Salvador Allende. The movie traces the concerted search of Charles by his father Edmund and his wife Beth who have opposing worldviews. Apart from their collective effort to find Charles, the movie also examines their contrasting views about the US. It also shows how in the process of finding his missing son Edmund’s views about his own country changes. The impact of this movie can be gauged from the fact that it was banned in Chile during the regime of Augusto Pinochet who became the country’s military dictator after the 1973 coup.
Hyderabad Cinephiles is screening this movie in the context of recent US attack on Venezuela and abduction of its president Nicolas Maduro. The screening will be followed by a discussion in which, along with the content and craft of the movie, we will also discuss about the long history of US intervention in Latin America and other parts of the world and the changing global order.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 (𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆)
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 𝟬𝟲:𝟯𝟬 𝗽𝗺
𝗩𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲: 𝗟𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗮𝗻, 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗱
𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆

Lamakaan will host a special evening dedicated to the works of acclaimed Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker Bahman Ghobadi this February. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, the festival brings together cinephiles, students, and lovers of world cinema to experience Ghobadi’s powerful storytelling that blends poetic realism with the struggles and resilience of Kurdish life.

About the Director: Bahman Ghobadi, born on February 1, 1969, in Baneh, Kurdistan Province, Iran, is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker celebrated for his poignant storytelling that blends poetic realism with the lived struggles of Kurdish communities. Educated in film directing at Iran Broadcasting College, Ghobadi rose to international prominence with his debut feature A Time for Drunken Horses (2000), which won the Caméra d'Or at Cannes. His subsequent films, including Turtles Can Fly (2004), Half Moon (2006), and No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009), further cemented his reputation as a filmmaker who captures resilience, identity, and the human spirit against the backdrop of political and social upheaval.

Film Title: MAROONED IN IRAQ | 2002 | 108 Mins | Iran | Kurdish/Persian with English Subtitles.

About the film: "Marooned in Iraq" is a 2002 Iranian film directed by Bahman Ghobadi, set during the Iran-Iraq war. The movie follows Mirza, a famous Kurdish musician, and his two sons as they embark on a journey to find Mirza's ex-wife, Hanareh, who is in trouble in Iraqi Kurdistan.

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

Join us for the introduction of Kadadaaka Neeventee, an independent film crafted without external backing, fueled only by the support of friends. Set against the backdrop of 1980–2002, this rural romance explores and questions the social disparities of the time.

My goal is to introduce this project to the artistic community at Lamakaan before its official release. We seek your presence and support!

Sign Language Workship to be conducted by the Rotaract Club of Secunderabad Medicos, along with a deaf enabled foundation to teach the basics of sign language to students currently studying in medical college in Hyderabad, to held aid future doctors know basics of sign language to communicate with specially abled people.

Does it matter any more? BUDGET 2026-27

Given the changes in development strategy and economic planning, what role does the Annual budget play? A weak exchange rate, growing trade deficits, poor export growth within the fastest growing major economy in the world. What does all this mean for India today?

By:- Prof. Vikas Singh is an Adjunct Professor at the Indian Institute of Public Administration, Delhi, and a Fellow at MCRHRD, Hyderabad, with prior experience at ISB. He is the Co-founder of the think tank Crux and a noted leadership expert.

Prof Singh has authored over 400 Op-Eds, is a TED speaker, and is a widely sought-after authority on the intersection of the economy and public policy

Create Your Vision

Vision Board Making and Relaxation Event

Step into a slow creative space designed for reflection clarity and calm
This session invites you to pause dream and visually express your goals through vision board making and journaling

We will be providing all the materials you need including a blank canvas stickers decorative elements and art supplies so you can freely bring your visions to life
You will have access to unlimited materials to create without limits

Whether you want to map out your goals intentions or simply create something that feels like you this space is yours

If you are a junk journal lover feel free to bring your own journal and personalize it using the materials provided
Soft music mindful creativity and a relaxed atmosphere will guide the experience

Prior booking fee is 599
On the spot registration fee is 699

Cute goodies will be awarded for the best vision board

Come as you are
Create at your own pace
Leave with clarity inspiration and something meaningful made by you

No prior art experience needed
All materials provided
A calm and creative space to unwind

For registrations please contact or whatsapp - 9177300699

Hyderabad Bookworms' Movie of the Month meetup. Meet your fellow bookworms, as we enjoy a movie adapted from a book or a play, share thoughts, compare with source material, and discuss its cultural relevance. This event is organised once a month, movie is chosen based on poll on our discord server. (dm for the link to the server!) movies can be in any language, as long as supplied with subtitles, preferably under two hours, so that there is enough time for some sweet discussion! instagram: @hyderabadbookworms

My name is Rakesh Rootsman Rak, and I am a UK Citizen and have been a living in multiple countries for 30 years.

For many years, I was defined by what I was against, which eventually led to a wall of total burnout. I realised that while I knew exactly what organisations were doing wrong, I had not yet mastered how to do things right within a community. Since then, I have shifted my focus to building a life and projects that are "for" something, creating systems that are right for humans, animals and Mother Nature.

How I can support you
I specialize in practical self reliance and, more importantly, collaborative working. I can help your community with:

Governance and Harmony: I have helped several eco villages and networks move from the brink of collapse and shouting matches to becoming thriving, loving associations that make good decisions together.

Food Growing: Teaching how to grow food in a way that encourages animals and insects to come and go of their own free will without exploitation.

Self Reliance for Free: Making fermented foods and essentials from scratch, such as creating apple cider vinegar from apple scraps, as well as making soaps, toothpastes and cleaning powders.

Eco Infrastructure: Designing and building houses, stoves and off grid energy systems like solar, wind and pedal power.

My goal is to build a model of governance that feels sustainable. We can achieve our mission without losing ourselves to frustration and burnout.

Modi government has replaced the 29 labour laws with 4 labour codes. Apart from facilitating the 'Ease of Doing Business', the government claims that these labour codes will benefit the workers and employees as well. The government also claims that these labour codes have also been made keeping in mind the interest of unorganised sector workers and gig workers.
In our next discussion we will discuss if there is any truth in the lofty claims made by the government. All are cordially welcome.

Description:- PARK a powerful play by Manav Kaul
Directed by - Sriram Vader
PARK - is set in a quiet public park where two strangers begin an unremarkable conversation. What starts as casual, almost mundane talk gradually reveals subtle layers of curiosity, hesitation, and guarded honesty. The characters move between light humor and thoughtful pauses, suggesting that even ordinary encounters carry unspoken questions. The open setting feels familiar, yet there’s a gentle sense that more is being exchanged than just words. As the conversation unfolds, small details begin to matter in unexpected ways. Without dramatic twists, the play quietly invites the audience to notice how people reveal themselves - slowly, carefully, and sometimes unintentionally. In its simplicity, Park lingers as a reflection on chance meetings and the quiet complexity of human interaction.

Special intensive revision (SIR) is the new weapon in the hands of the central government to threaten
the common people particularly the minorities and other vulnerable sections of the people.Reports from the ground suggest that marginalized communities, migrant workers, minorities, and the urban poor are disproportionately affected by voter deletions. Such selective disenfranchisement cannot be dismissed as coincidence. It reflects a political strategy where electoral rolls are manipulated to shape outcomes in favor of the ruling establishment, rather than reflecting the genuine will of the people.

In this background we are conducting the debate on the motives behind SIR on 24th February 2026.

Lamakaan will host a special evening dedicated to the works of acclaimed Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker Bahman Ghobadi this February. Scheduled for Wednesday evening, the festival brings together cinephiles, students, and lovers of world cinema to experience Ghobadi’s powerful storytelling that blends poetic realism with the struggles and resilience of Kurdish life.

About the Director: Bahman Ghobadi, born on February 1, 1969, in Baneh, Kurdistan Province, Iran, is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker celebrated for his poignant storytelling that blends poetic realism with the lived struggles of Kurdish communities. Educated in film directing at Iran Broadcasting College, Ghobadi rose to international prominence with his debut feature A Time for Drunken Horses (2000), which won the Caméra d'Or at Cannes. His subsequent films, including Turtles Can Fly (2004), Half Moon (2006), and No One Knows About Persian Cats (2009), further cemented his reputation as a filmmaker who captures resilience, identity, and the human spirit against the backdrop of political and social upheaval.

Film Title: HALF MOON | 2006 | 114 Mins | Iran, France, Austria, and Iraq | Kurdish with English Subtitles.

About the film: Half Moon (Sorani Kurdish: نیوەمانگ, romanized: Nîwemaň) is a 2006 internationally co-produced Kurdish comedy-drama film directed by Bahman Ghobadi, who co-wrote the screenplay with Behnam Behzadi, partly inspired by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Requiem. The film stars Ismail Ghaffari as Mamo, an old legendary musician, who sets to trespass the borders of Iranian Kurdistan to give one final concert in Iraqi Kurdistan with his 10 sons.

Half Moon is a part of the New Crowned Hope film series, a celebration of the 250th birthday of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The film is an international co-production of Iran, Austria, France and Iraq.

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

Pulse 24 is a DEMO film.PRESENTED BY CHAI BISKET
Plot of the demo film is a world where 2 telugu states are in president's rule and is controlled by a military tyrant and the female protagonist is a mineral scientist. How all these character are connected and what happens next is the plot.

Bridging the Gap: Analogue and AI is a 4 hours, dialogue-driven workshop that brings together people from traditionally analogue disciplines such as arts, humanities, social sciences, craft, activism, and education with practitioners working in AI and digital systems.

Through a fireside conversation, structured small-group networking, lightning perspectives, and an open floor discussion, the event explores how human intuition, lived experience, and cultural knowledge intersect with artificial intelligence.

This is not a technical training session. It is a space for reflection, exchange, and collaborative sense-making on how analogue and AI worlds meet and influence one another.

Born into a renowned lineage of dacoits, Dheno struggles to make ends meet as his once-feared trade has become obsolete in the modern world. Despite his mastery, those around him abandon him for refusing to evolve, clinging stubbornly to the age-old ways of dacoity. The story follows his quest to carve out a place for himself in an ever-changing, technology-driven world. Will he adapt and survive, or be left behind? Beneath its layer of dark comedy, this satire offers a sharp commentary on the plight of today’s educated yet unemployed youth.

Ankura,” meaning tender sprout, symbolizes new beginnings and artistic growth.

This recital presents the young dancers of Tejas Academy of Arts as they take their first steps into the world of classical performance. Rooted in the tradition of Kuchipudi; one of India’s eight classical dance forms, known for its expressive storytelling and rhythmic grace.

Through foundational pieces and vibrant group presentations, these budding artistes showcase months of disciplined training, devotion, and dedication.

“Ankura” celebrates not just performance, but the blossoming of confidence, culture, and commitment in the next generation of artistes.

At Tejas Academy of Arts, we believe every artiste begins as a delicate sprout. With guidance, perseverance, and encouragement, that sprout grows into a strong and graceful tree rooted in tradition

'నన్ను వెన్నాడే కథలు' is a compilation of best indian and world stories. these are translated telugu stories. Book is compiled by Vadrevu Chinaveerabadrudu garu and published by Anil battula publications

Friends of Jilipibala (Jilipibalar Bondhura) is a 2025 Bengali documentary directed by Debalina Majumder (or Debalina Mow) that spans over a decade, capturing the bond between a young girl and a tamarind tree in Kolkata. The film highlights the importance of urban greenery and the devastating impact of deforestation on non-human life, serving as a call to action to preserve ecological diversity.

Screening by Art Against Oppression

This March, Lamakaan will host a special series of screenings dedicated to the legendary Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda, every Wednesday evening. The timing beautifully coincides with spring and the festival of Holi, Ugadi, and other festivals, making the event not just a cinematic celebration but also a cultural one—an occasion where the vibrancy of colors, renewal, and artistic expression come together. Just as Holi marks the triumph of joy and the blossoming of new beginnings, Wajda’s films will offer audiences a chance to reflect on resilience, history, and the enduring power of storytelling.

About the Director: Born on March 6, 1926, in Suwałki, Poland, Andrzej Wajda became one of the most influential voices in world cinema, shaping the Polish Film School movement and leaving a legacy spanning over six decades. He passed away on October 9, 2016, in Warsaw at the age of 90, but his contribution to cinema remains timeless. Wajda’s films often grappled with Poland’s turbulent history, weaving together themes of war, identity, and social struggle. His masterpieces include Ashes and Diamonds (1958), Man of Marble (1977), Man of Iron (1981), The Promised Land (1975), and Katyn (2007). Recognized globally, he received the Palme d’Or, an Honorary Oscar, and numerous lifetime achievement awards, cementing his place as a filmmaker who gave voice to a nation’s collective memory while influencing generations of directors worldwide.

Film Title: KANAL | 1957 | 95 Mins | Poland | Polish with English Subtitles.

About the film: Kanał (Polish pronunciation: [ˈkanaw], Sewer) is a 1957 Polish film directed by Andrzej Wajda. It was the first film made about the 1944 Warsaw Uprising, telling the story of a company of Home Army resistance fighters escaping the Nazi onslaught through the city’s sewers. The film is adapted from the story They Loved Life by Jerzy Stefan Stawiński. Kanał is the second film of Wajda’s War Trilogy, preceded by A Generation and followed by Ashes and Diamonds.

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

Postcolonial Bollywood and Muslim Identity: Production, Representation, and Reception examines how Hindi cinema has shaped, negotiated, and reframed Muslim identity in India from the post-independence period to the present. The book critically analyses cinematic narratives, industrial practices, and audience reception to reveal how nationalism, secularism, and majoritarian politics intersect within popular film culture. By situating Bollywood within broader postcolonial debates, the work offers a nuanced account of how Muslim identity has been constructed, marginalised, romanticised, and politicised on screen.
The book talk will be delivered by Dr. Nadira Khatun, Author and Associate Professor at XIM University Bhubaneswar. Her research focuses on media, nationalism, memory, and minority representation in South Asian cinema. She has published widely on Bollywood and identity politics, and her work bridges film studies, political theory, and postcolonial scholarship.
The session will be moderated by Dr. Meraj Ahmed Mubarki, Associate Professor at Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad. His academic interests include media studies, cultural politics, and minority discourse.
The event invites scholars, students, and the wider public to reflect on cinema’s role in shaping cultural memory and national imagination in contemporary India.

All are Welcome!

Discussion about Bandi Narayana Swamy’s Kadapati Yuddham Novel.
The author is a Kendriya Sahitya Akademi Award recipient for his work Saptabhoomi. Kadapati Yuddham is his latest book which is a historical fiction based on the 16-17th century Sri Krishna Devaraya’s kingdom during the reign of Aliya Ramaraju. This discusses the social, political, religious and cultural aspects of people’s lives during that time.

Dushala, the character from our epic Mahabharata, the only daughter of Dhritarashtra and Gandhari, talks about her pain and anguish over the ages and yearns for an identity for herself. Here, we are not only talking about the Kaurava princess, but about the women in general, about all the daughters, sisters, wives and mothers around us.
She talks of how she was neglected by her mother right from the time of her birth, in fact, much before that, describing how and why she was even made to take birth. How she was betrayed by her own brother, who bartered her to Jayadrath as a consolation for losing at Draupadi's swayamvar. What made her love the Pandavas and Draupadi more than her own brothers and their wives? The high point of the performance is a lesson on how to bring up sons, with Dushala setting an example of going against the grain and spending quality time with the child, much unlike her own mother. More importantly, she made her son Surath realize the futility of a war. Why and how she eventually breaks her bond with Hastinapur forms the climax of the performance.

This commemorative event, “80 Years of Dr. Keshava Reddy: Writing Beyond Time & Death,” seeks to honor his enduring legacy through literary discussions, readings, reflections, and tributes. Bringing together scholars, writers, readers, and admirers, the gathering will revisit his works, examine their continuing relevance, and celebrate the profound impact he has had on generations of readers and the landscape of Telugu literature.

This is not only a tribute to the memory of Dr. Keshava Reddy, but a reaffirmation that his writing remains alive—continuing to speak, challenge, and endure beyond time and death.

This play is based on the imagination of the writer about his fictional characters. During the play the fictional characters go beyond the story line. Regardless of the imagination, the writer wants to interrupt them. At the end the writer feels himself helpless.