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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.

As October passes by dry and unexpectedly warm, Hyderabad begins looking hopefully towards November, waiting for those first hints of winter in the evening air. In much the same way, Lamakaan welcomes the season with The Coen Brothers Film Festival, held every Wednesday evening throughout November 2026. November is also a special month for the Coens, as Joel Coen was born on November 29, 1954. Their films are perfect companions for long autumn evenings: funny yet profound, entertaining yet philosophical, and always unpredictable. Whether they are telling stories about criminals, dreamers, musicians, ordinary workers, or lost souls, the Coens remind us that life is often stranger, funnier, and more mysterious than we imagine. Their films reward repeated viewing and continue to inspire filmmakers and audiences across generations.

Joel Coen (born November 29, 1954) and Ethan Coen (born September 21, 1957) are among the most celebrated filmmaker siblings in cinema history. Born and raised in Minnesota, USA, the brothers have spent more than four decades creating films that blend dark comedy, crime, drama, noir, satire, and American folklore in uniquely original ways. Their cinema is known for eccentric characters, razor-sharp dialogue, visual precision, unexpected twists, and a distinctive blend of humor and tragedy. Their remarkable body of work includes classics such as Barton Fink (1991), Fargo (1996), The Big Lebowski (1998), O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), No Country for Old Men (2007), A Serious Man (2009), and Inside Llewyn Davis (2013). No Country for Old Men won the Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay, cementing their place among the masters of contemporary cinema. Unlike many filmmakers who work within a single genre, the Coens effortlessly move between comedy, thriller, western, musical, and drama, while maintaining a voice that is unmistakably their own. Their contribution to cinema lies in redefining American storytelling through films that are at once entertaining, literary, ironic, and deeply human.

Film Title: FARGO | 1996 | 98 Mins | USA | English with English Subtitles.

About the film: Fargo is a 1996 crime comedy film written, directed, produced and edited by Joel and Ethan Coen. It stars Frances McDormand, William H. Macy, Steve Buscemi, Harve Presnell, and Peter Stormare. The film follows a pregnant police chief (McDormand), who investigates after a car salesman (Macy) hires two dimwitted criminals (Buscemi and Stormare) to kidnap his wife to extort a ransom from her wealthy father.

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

Deccan Heritage Academy Trust
Invites you for the talk on

THE EARLY HISTORY OF TELANGANA, INCLUDING SATAVAHANAS

An illustrated presentation featuring coins from each historical period.

DR. DAME RAJA REDDY
Renounced Numismatist

Moderator :
Er. Veda Kumar
Urban & Regional Planner

Venue : LAMAKAAN
On : 12th November ‘26.
At : 6. 30 pm.

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) being carried out by the Election Commission of India has resulted into the possibility of disenfranchisement for whopping 13.3 crore people. After the Indian Express expose, it has become abundantly clear that this entire exercise is illegal and unconstitutional and is being carried out at the behest of fascist RSS-BJP machinery. It is the single biggest attack on the right to vote in this country which happens to be the most fundamental democratic right which the people of India won after immense sacrifices during the freedom struggle. It is also the biggest ever electoral fraud in independent India and is meant to prolong the fascist rule of RSS-BJP by excluding those voters who are likely to vote against BJP.

In order to discuss about the gameplan of RSS-BJP and what needs to be done to counter it, we invite all pro-people and pro-democracy voices in Hyderabad to attend this special program by In Defense of Reason.

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

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

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...

We love kids for who we have a kids book club. 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.

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

As October passes by dry and unexpectedly warm, Hyderabad begins looking hopefully towards November, waiting for those first hints of winter in the evening air. In much the same way, Lamakaan welcomes the season with The Coen Brothers Film Festival, held every Wednesday evening throughout November 2026. November is also a special month for the Coens, as Joel Coen was born on November 29, 1954. Their films are perfect companions for long autumn evenings: funny yet profound, entertaining yet philosophical, and always unpredictable. Whether they are telling stories about criminals, dreamers, musicians, ordinary workers, or lost souls, the Coens remind us that life is often stranger, funnier, and more mysterious than we imagine. Their films reward repeated viewing and continue to inspire filmmakers and audiences across generations.

Joel Coen (born November 29, 1954) and Ethan Coen (born September 21, 1957) are among the most celebrated filmmaker siblings in cinema history. Born and raised in Minnesota, USA, the brothers have spent more than four decades creating films that blend dark comedy, crime, drama, noir, satire, and American folklore in uniquely original ways. Their cinema is known for eccentric characters, razor-sharp dialogue, visual precision, unexpected twists, and a distinctive blend of humor and tragedy. Their remarkable body of work includes classics such as Barton Fink (1991), Fargo (1996), The Big Lebowski (1998), O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), No Country for Old Men (2007), A Serious Man (2009), and Inside Llewyn Davis (2013). No Country for Old Men won the Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay, cementing their place among the masters of contemporary cinema. Unlike many filmmakers who work within a single genre, the Coens effortlessly move between comedy, thriller, western, musical, and drama, while maintaining a voice that is unmistakably their own. Their contribution to cinema lies in redefining American storytelling through films that are at once entertaining, literary, ironic, and deeply human.

Film Title: O BROTHER, WHERE ART THOU? | 2000 | 107 Mins | USA, UK & France | English with English Subtitles.

About the film: O Brother, Where Art Thou? is a 2000 satirical comedy-drama musical film written, produced, co-edited, and directed by Joel and Ethan Coen. It stars George Clooney, John Turturro, and Tim Blake Nelson, with Charles Durning, Michael Badalucco, John Goodman, and Holly Hunter in supporting roles. It follows three escaped convicts searching for hidden treasure while a sheriff relentlessly pursues them. Its story is a modern satire which, while incorporating social features of the American South, is loosely based on Homer's epic Greek poem, the Odyssey

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

Interactive Book Club and Fundraiser, bring readers together to discuss the influence of childhood experiences on adulthood, relationships, trust, and emotional wellbeing.
The event will include guided group discussions, icebreaker activities, an anonymous question session, and a letter-writing activity to create messages of encouragement for young people.
The event will also raise funds in support of Criança NGO – Child Safety and Education Foundation. The intended use of the funds will be communicated transparently to participant.

Women have shaped Telangana’s arts, its movement for formation and the wider history of India. Yet their names rarely appear on our streets, in our public spaces or in our shared memory, and they tend to surface only when it is convenient to celebrate women. This session brings together women historians, artists, activists and community leaders to ask who we remember, who decides, and how we change it.

As an organisation that works primarily with women, it’s a theme we’ve been thinking about a lot lately and want to bring it to more of an open discussion.

Discover your inner artist and dive into a vibrant day of pure creativity, color, and self-expression! Whether you are a seasoned painter or holding a brush for the very first time, this high-energy workshop is designed to spark your imagination and let your ideas flow freely onto the canvas.
Expect an inspiring, hands-on environment filled with great music, dynamic guided activities, and an enthusiastic community of fellow art lovers. Leave your everyday routine at the door and get ready to create something truly unique to take home!

Event Highlights
• All-Inclusive Materials: Premium canvases, paints, and brushes provided - just bring your enthusiasm.
• Guided Step-by-Step Experience: Expert tips and active guidance to help you master new techniques effortlessly.
• Engaging Atmosphere: Upbeat tunes, creative prompts, and interactive group activities.
• Take-Home Masterpiece: Walk away with your very own completed custom artwork.
• Networking & Fun: Connect with local artists and art enthusiasts in Hyderabad's vibrant creative community.

Event Details
Venue: Lamakaan, Hyderabad
Duration: 2 Hours
Skill Level: All levels welcome (No prior experience required!)
Age Limit: 16+ years and above

As October passes by, dry and unexpectedly warm, Hyderabad begins to look hopefully towards November, waiting for those first hints of winter in the evening air. In much the same way, Lamakaan welcomes the season with The Coen Brothers Film Festival, held every Wednesday evening throughout November 2026. November is also a special month for the Coens, as Joel Coen was born on November 29, 1954. Their films are perfect companions for long autumn evenings: funny yet profound, entertaining yet philosophical, and always unpredictable. Whether they are telling stories about criminals, dreamers, musicians, ordinary workers, or lost souls, the Coens remind us that life is often stranger, funnier, and more mysterious than we imagine. Their films reward repeated viewing and continue to inspire filmmakers and audiences across generations.

Joel Coen (born November 29, 1954) and Ethan Coen (born September 21, 1957) are among the most celebrated filmmaker siblings in cinema history. Born and raised in Minnesota, USA, the brothers have spent more than four decades creating films that blend dark comedy, crime, drama, noir, satire, and American folklore in uniquely original ways. Their cinema is known for eccentric characters, razor-sharp dialogue, visual precision, unexpected twists, and a distinctive blend of humor and tragedy. Their remarkable body of work includes classics such as Barton Fink (1991), Fargo (1996), The Big Lebowski (1998), O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000), No Country for Old Men (2007), A Serious Man (2009), and Inside Llewyn Davis (2013). No Country for Old Men won the Academy Awards for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay, cementing their place among the masters of contemporary cinema. Unlike many filmmakers who work within a single genre, the Coens effortlessly move between comedy, thriller, western, musical, and drama, while maintaining a voice that is unmistakably their own. Their contribution to cinema lies in redefining American storytelling through films that are at once entertaining, literary, ironic, and deeply human.

Film Title: NO COUNTRY FOR OLD MEN | 2007 | 122 Mins | USA | English & Spanish with English Subtitles.

About the film: No Country for Old Men is a 2007 American neo-Western crime thriller film written, directed, produced, and edited by Joel and Ethan Coen, based on Cormac McCarthy's 2005 novel. Starring Tommy Lee Jones, Javier Bardem, and Josh Brolin, the film is set in the desert landscape of West Texas in 1980, United States. The film revisits the themes of fate, conscience, and circumstance that the Coen brothers explored in Blood Simple (1984), Raising Arizona (1987), and Fargo (1996). It follows three main characters: Llewelyn Moss (Brolin), a Vietnam War veteran and welder who stumbles upon a large sum of money in the desert, Anton Chigurh (Bardem), a hitman who is sent to recover the money, and Ed Tom Bell (Jones), a sheriff investigating the crime. The film also stars Kelly Macdonald as Moss's wife, Carla Jean, and Woody Harrelson as Carson Wells, a bounty hunter seeking Moss and the return of the money.

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

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

This November, join us for a special screening of The Universal Theory (Die Theorie von allem)
Director: Timm Kröger
Year: 2023
Running time: 118 minutes

Synopsis: Set in 1962, the film follows Johannes, a young physicist who travels with his doctoral supervisor to a scientific conference in the Swiss Alps. When the expected speaker fails to arrive and a series of mysterious incidents and deaths begins, Johannes becomes drawn into an investigation involving an enigmatic jazz pianist named Karin. As reality becomes increasingly uncertain, the film explores the boundaries between science, mystery, and the possibilities of parallel universes.

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

Discover your inner artist and dive into a vibrant day of pure creativity, color, and self-expression! Whether you are a seasoned painter or holding a brush for the very first time, this high-energy workshop is designed to spark your imagination and let your ideas flow freely onto the canvas.

Expect an inspiring, hands-on environment filled with great music, dynamic guided activities, and an enthusiastic community of fellow art lovers. Leave your everyday routine at the door and get ready to create something truly unique to take home!

Event Highlights
• All-Inclusive Materials: Premium canvases, paints, and brushes, provided - just bring your enthusiasm.
• Guided Step-by-Step Experience: Expert tips and active guidance to help you master new techniques effortlessly.
• Engaging Atmosphere: Upbeat tunes, creative prompts, and interactive group activities.
• Take-Home Masterpiece: Walk away with your very own completed custom artwork.
• Networking & Fun: Connect with local artists and art enthusiasts in Hyderabad's vibrant creative community.

Event Details
Venue: Lamakaan, Hyderabad
Duration: 3 Hours
Skill Level: All levels welcome (No prior experience required!)
Age Limit: 16+ years and above

Kontho, Awaaz, Arupu: Unsilenced" is a multilingual production by Shudrka Hyderabad. Directed by Swapan Mondal, the play explores power's fear of knowledge and the consequences of questioning authority, drawing inspiration from the works of Bertolt Brecht, Utpal Dutt, and Harold Pinter.

he Young Orators' Club (YOCS) is a long-running, member-driven forum in Hyderabad dedicated to public speaking, critical thinking, discussion and intellectual exchange. It was founded in 1969.

Its motto is “Cogitas Veritas” — “Think Truthfully.” The club describes itself as a community built around thinkers, knowledge, oratory and experience, encouraging participants to examine subjects from different perspectives rather than simply speaking for the sake of speaking.