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On the occasion of the birth centenary of legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak (1925–2025), Lamakaan presents a special three-day screening series celebrating his cinematic legacy. Known for his intense portrayal of displacement, human suffering, and th ... Read More »

Join us for the launch of the Book IKIGAI - A blend of Japanese mindful culture and Indian living for a happier life. by Rekha Parvathala and published by Jhansi Publications.

Come let's meet and interact with authors and speakers for this session ... Read More »

So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate a ... Read More »

On the occasion of the birth centenary of legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak (1925–2025), Lamakaan presents a special three-day screening series celebrating his cinematic legacy. A sweeping river-centered narrative that captures the life, culture, and ... Read More »

The event is to spread awareness on the events happening in Myanmar and the upcoming elections.It will include a film screening of documentary "Thabyay: Creative Resistance in Myanmar" Read More »

On the occasion of the birth centenary of legendary filmmaker Ritwik Ghatak (1925–2025), Lamakaan presents a special three-day screening series celebrating his cinematic legacy.Set against the aftermath of Partition, Subarnarekha tells the story of m ... Read More »

We’re setting up a simple, friendly Community Legal Help Desk at Lamakaan — nothing formal, nothing heavy, just an open space where you can walk in, ask the questions you’ve always had, and finally get some clarity without feeling overwhelmed.
All o ... Read More »

As the final segment of our three-film retrospective, this event is dedicated to celebrating the life and work of Ritwik Ghatak.
We will screen a set of interviews and a biographical film that offer rare insights into his creative mind.The session w ... Read More »

Join us for the launch of the Book ZINDAGI - 11 telugu stories compilation by 11 telugu authors and published by Jhansi Publications.

Come let's meet and interact with authors and speakers for this sessions.

An evening with Telugu literature Read More »

QIFLIF is hosting a special screening of Arnav’s short Film Officially selected & screened at Dharmashala International Film Festival 2025
Film : Rafu
Director: Arnav Utmani
25 mins. | Hindi

About Film :
Noor, a queer writer in his early twen ... Read More »

In memory of Sophia David, her friends and well‑wishers are hosting a memorial gathering to honor her life, courage, and legacy. Please join us on 6th December 2025, from 8PM onwards at Lamakaan, Hyderabad as we come together in remembrance, solidari ... Read More »

Step into the world of miniature gardens with Sia Studio’s Terrarium Workshop a mindful, hands-on experience where nature meets design. Learn the art of creating self-sustaining glass ecosystems as you build your own lush little world from soil, moss ... Read More »

KOLAJ, curated and directed by Swapan Mondal, is a dynamic, multilingual mosaic that pays homage to the timeless voice of Badal Sircar. Seamlessly blending excerpts from Spartacus, Udyogporbo, Pagla Ghora, Micchil, Bhoma and Khat Mat Kring, this perf ... Read More »

Rubaroo with Gender is an annual event we do at Lamakaan as part of the 16 days of Activism against Gender Based Violence where number of youth joins in. The events includes stalls from various organisations working with communities, activities aroun ... Read More »

The Centre for Development Policy and Practice (CDPP), in collaboration with the Digital Empowerment Foundation (DEF) and A-CODE, warmly invites you to a vibrant edition of Bazm-e-Sukhan—Chand Nagar ke Inshaji: An Evening of Ibn-e-Insha’s Writings an ... Read More »

So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate a ... Read More »

Topic: History of Waqf in India: Muslim Endowments, Origin and Laws
By Syed Ubaidur Rahman

Syed Ubaidur Rahman's book is a valuable addition to Indian awqaf scholarship. It covers the developments of over fourteen hundred years- from the Islamic ... Read More »

There are a lot of misconceptions about mental health in the general public. There are students, working professionals, young adults alike that are struggling with how to manage their mental health and work / studies. This workshop is mindful and exp ... Read More »

BhanuKrishna proudly presents the launch of Kaarchichu, a vibrant collection of Telugu poems by touching various topics. Kaarchichu brings together verses woven from everyday emotions, fleeting memories, and the quiet intensity of human experience. W ... Read More »

Read-a-Kitaab - Book Lovers Monthly Meetup. Read-a-Kitaab (RAK) is a PAN India book lovers community. It's Hyderabad chapter connects every month to discuss favorite books, book of the month and theme based discussions. We are a passionate community ... Read More »

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, mov ... Read More »

'Merupu', the Telugu translation of Nobel Laureate Jan Fosse’s novella 'A Shining', evokes the author’s meditative exploration of faith, solitude, and revelation through luminous prose. Hrudaya Deepam, the Telugu translation of the Booker Internation ... Read More »

Samahaara Workshop Productions
presents

Ranjit Kapoor's
CHAINPUR KI DAASTAAN
(An adaptation of Nikolai Gogol's Inspector General in Hindi)

Chainpur ki Daastaan is a satirical comedy set in the quirky princely state of Chainpur—an imagina ... Read More »

Goethe-Zentrum Hyderabad, in association with Lamakaan, invites you to the German Movie Night of December 2025.

Film: Winter Adé
Director: Helke Misselwitz
Year: 1988
Language: German (with English subtitles)
Runtime:116 minutes
Colour: Black ... Read More »

So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate a ... Read More »

You are cordially invited to join us for the launch of Fasl-e-Sukhan — the final poetic work of Aslam Farshori. Aslam-saab left behind not just verses, but a spirit of devotion to Urdu, Na’at, and heartfelt poetry.

Let us gather to remember him, r ... Read More »

Lamakaan invites you to talk on
'Faith-Based Organizing and Social Justice' by Sravya T.

About the topic:
Faith communities have long played a crucial role in advocating for human rights and social justice worldwide. From Zohran Mamdani’s electo ... Read More »

This workshop is a beginner class for teaching participants to create bleach art on plain old clothes. The learning module includes teaching safety protocols for handling bleach, techniques for making variations in bleach solutions, different strokes ... Read More »

Hello Team Lamakaan,

Greetings!
I’m Rushi Kumar, an independent filmmaker from Hyderabad. We have recently completed a Telugu short film titled “Aahvanam”, shot across Hyderabad and Kulashekarapattanam, exploring themes of spirituality, ancestral ... Read More »

Morning Melodies & Musings” is a two hour -long journey through poetry intertwined with soulful live music and dance performance. Curated by TAURUS — The Alchemy of Unique Reels & Universal Stories along with KAHANIWALA by Suhas Bhatnagar, this sessi ... Read More »

We, Bong Beats, the cultural wing of Bengalis & Hyderabad Collectives, seek approval to host a musical community gathering at Lamakaan. Our group consists of passionate music lovers who come together to celebrate songs across cultures and languages, ... Read More »

Fahrenheit 451 is a film by legendary French filmmaker Francois Truffaut. This film is based on a novel of the same name by American writer Ray Bradbury. The events of the film unfold in a totalitarian society of the future, where people are punished ... Read More »

“Bhoomi ni Nenu” is a unique literary work that reflects human emotions through the voice of the Earth. In some parts, the Earth speaks like a mother; in others, she takes the form of a girl, responding to social issues, emotions, and experiences.
T ... Read More »

Whither Federalism inIndia?
A talk by Justice B.Sundareshan Reddy at Lamakaan. Justice B.Sudarshan reddy is a distinguished Indian jurist who served as a judge of the supreme court of India. He combined constitutional idealism with an emphasis on a ... Read More »

The story follows a heartfelt and painful conversation between a man and a woman who care deeply for each other but are forced apart by the invisible walls of society. After quietly loving her for years, the hero finally learns that she knows about h ... Read More »

An evening of Christmas Carols and Hymns. Totally appropriate for the festive season.
Come and Join us as we celebrate the season of Hope and Blessinsgs.
Join us with your loved ones. Read More »

So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate a ... Read More »

Many women spend their entire day caring for family, home, and responsibilities, often forgetting their own dreams, talents, and voice. “Open Sky for Women – Ghar Se Gagan Tak” is a heartfelt initiative created to bring such women out into the open—i ... Read More »

Kadali Alalaaga is a cozy, interactive sing along evening curated to help audiences unwind after a long workday and ease into the weekend. Featuring Band Kadali, the session brings together nostalgic 1990s and 2000s Telugu melodies along with other g ... Read More »

Sisters Connect Club is organizing its 1st Anniversary Celebration, bringing together women from our community for an evening of networking, activities, and a curated open mic. The event will include:

• Open Mic Segment:
A limited-slot, pre-reg ... Read More »

"Taalsen," is a dynamic vocal workshop held by Vandana Susheel, designed especially for beginners looking to explore the world of music with a registration fee of just ₹500!

Vandana Susheel is an 20-year-old passionate singer-songwriter, who has b ... Read More »

A man named Holo is stopped, questioned, and watched — but no one, not even he, knows what his crime is. From a rolling bottle to bureaucratic interrogation, from fragmented memories to doubles who speak in riddles, Olo ka kya unfolds as an absurdist ... Read More »

What you get to learn
This is a 400-year-old Cheriyal doll/mask making workshop from the artisans of Cheriyal village. Guided session on sanding of coconut shell and using tamarind seed and saw dust paste for making traditional cheriyal mask. The co ... Read More »

SPIN YOUR NAME WITH CREATIVITY!
Create your own colourful string-art initial ✨

What we provide:
• Pre-designed wooden base (your chosen initial)
• Nails, colourful threads & all materials
• Step-by-step guidance in a relaxed setting

What yo ... Read More »

బర్మా తెలుగు తోబుట్టువులతో ఆత్మీయ సమావేశం

అక్కడ ఉనికి అంటే పోరాటం…
అక్కడ జీవితం అంటే ఆరాటం…
ఒకవైపు మిలిటరీ పాలన…
మరోవైపు అంతర్యుద్ధం…

అయినా సరే,
మిణుకు మిణుకుమంటున్న తెలుగు దీపాన్ని ఆర్పకుండా
కాపాడుకోవడానికి విశ్వప్రయత్నం చేస్తున్నారు.
వా ... Read More »

So, as the winter evenings in December unfold at Lamakaan, audiences will journey through Takita’s cinematic universe—where humor, history, and humanity converge. Each Wednesday promises not just a film screening, but an immersion into the delicate a ... Read More »