Lamakaan

🎬 Remembering Michelangelo Antonioni

Every Wednesday evening this September, we celebrate the enigmatic genius of Michelangelo Antonioni with a curated selection of his most iconic films. From the haunting silences of L’Avventura to the visual poetry of Blow-Up, Antonioni’s work reshaped cinematic language—favoring mood, ambiguity, and existential depth over conventional storytelling. His films invite us to linger in the spaces between words, where alienation, desire, and modernity collide.

Born on September 29, 1912, in Ferrara, Italy, and passing away on July 30, 2007, in Rome, Antonioni left behind a legacy that continues to challenge and inspire filmmakers worldwide. He was the only director to win the Palme d'Or, Golden Lion, Golden Bear, and Golden Leopard, and received an Honorary Oscar in 1995 for his masterful visual style. His trilogy—L’Avventura, La Notte, and L’Eclisse—remains a cornerstone of modernist cinema, exploring the discontents of contemporary life with unmatched elegance and introspection.

Film Title: THE PASSENGER| 1975 | 126 Mins | Italy, Spain & France | French, Spanish, German, English with English Subtitles

About the film: The Passenger (Italian: Professione: reporter) is a 1975 drama thriller film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. Written by Antonioni, Mark Peploe, and Peter Wollen, the film is about a disillusioned Anglo-American journalist, David Locke (Jack Nicholson), who assumes the identity of a dead businessman while working on a documentary in Chad, unaware that he is impersonating an arms dealer with connections to the rebels in the civil war. Along the way, he is accompanied by an unnamed young woman.

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!

A 3 hour film screenings cum interaction around the theme of Gender Equity and Inclusivity. A bunch of outstanding films curated by Harish Sadani- noted gender rights activist from Mumbai, will be screened followed by interaction. These are films with subtitles, part of SamaBhav International Travelling Film Festival now in its 7th edition.

The 9th edition of BEFF Babul Eco Film Festival 2025; brings to you the best and latest of green films from all over the globe . We have an interesting schedule lined up for you. Film screenings and many eco activities and games with a dose of entertainment. Part of the Festival is held at Lamakaan. Check the full schedule for the specific event details for Lamakaan venue.

Art and literature can be seen as extensions of the human mind. Very often they can reveal what lies within, sometimes visibly, and, sometimes, not quite so visibly. The movie club is (we hope) a fun way of looking deeper into the emotions, perceptions and thoughts that weave human relationships together or tear them apart. A movie may be treated as a true story or, alternatively, can be used as a tool to try and figure out what went on in the directors head when the movie was made. Either way, it’s a different way of understanding human behavior and relationships. In the end, by looking deeper into another’s story, we hope, perchance, to understand ourselves better.

रात के विरुद्ध प्रात के लिए
*कोरस*

‘कोरस’, हमारे महादेश की रंग-बिरंगी संस्कृति का मंच है. जनता के मेहनतकश तबकों, स्त्रियों, बच्चों और बुजुर्गों के जीवन का समूह - संगीत, उनके सुख -दुःख, संघर्ष और आशाओं का कोरस देश-दुनिया को बेहतर बनाने के काम आए, यही इसका उद्देश्य है. ‘कोरस’, हिंसक शोर-शराबे के बीच जनता के संघर्षमय जीवन-संगीत को डुबो देने के खिलाफ प्रतिरोध का मंच है. ‘कोरस’, पूंजी की सभ्यता का विकल्प रचने वाले सच्चे जन-आंदोलन का हमराही है. सदियों से शास्त्र व शस्त्र बल से खामोश किये गए लाखों मूक नायक - नायिकाओं की मुखरता है. हमारे देश और दुनिया में चल रही हजारहां सांस्कृतिक पहलकदमियों के बीच एक पहल ‘कोरस ‘ भी है.

कोरस ने पिछले 10 वर्षों में देश के अनेक हिस्सों में नाट्य महोत्सवों, नाट्य व गीत कार्यशालाओं, मंच व नुक्कड़ नाटक, विचार व काव्य गोष्ठियों, लोक व जनगीत गायन के संजीदा आयोजनों के जरिए सांस्कृतिक बहुलता और एकता पर हमलों के सबसे खतरनाक दौर में ‘हम भारत के लोग’ का समूह स्वर बनने की कोशिश जारी रखी है. रंगशालाओं, सभागारों व विश्वविद्यालय परिसरों के साथ ही गांव–मोहल्लों की गरीब बस्तियों से लेकर सड़कों पर जनसामान्य के बीच पहुंचकर संघर्षमय जीवन संगीत का प्रतिरोध रचा जा सके, कोरस इस अभियान में शरीक है.

We are going through the most challenging time in the history of our country. Unabated and rampant violations of democratic and civil rights are making the life of the people miserable. Women and down-trodden people are the worst victims.
The vested interests are inflaming communal and caste tensions and hatred between different communities. Elections no longer reflect the will of the people but are manipulated by money, media and muscle power. Voter list manipulation and organized rigging have evolved overtime and attained ugly face with the use of modern technology. Many citizens of our country are apprehending that they might lose the right to vote seeing the way the S.I.R. is being implemented in Bihar.
Right to food remains elusive as shown in the governmental data that more than 80 crore people are hunger-stricken, and they need free rations. Poor rankings of the country in the Global Hunger Index and Human Freedom Index have tarnished the image of the country in the eyes of international community. The list is only illustrative and not exhaustive. In this background, we are conducting this small meeting here in Lamakaan to discuss the implications of the present scenario and how the civil society should respond to it.
We invite you to participate and share your valuable thoughts in the meeting.

All are Welcome!

🧩 JUMBLE WORD COMPETITION 🧩
Organized by:Talent Development Center (TDC), Hyderabad
In association with BSICI – a group of premium International Educational Institutions
Calling all young word wizards!
Join us for an exciting Jumble Word Competition for Junior and Senior students, designed to spark creativity, boost vocabulary, and bring out the hidden talent in children.
Event Details:
• Date: 2nd October 2025
• Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
• Participation: Maximum 30 contestants in each category (Junior & Senior) – First come, first served.
Note: Only one student from each school will be allowed to participate.
• Registration Deadline: 30th September 2025
Contact for Registration & Details: Mahomed Salman – 9908179810
Hurry! Limited seats – let your words win the day!

🎨 Kulhad/Matka Painting Workshop at Lamakaan – ₹399

Step into an evening of creativity and culture at Lamakaan as we bring you a hands-on Kulhad/Matka Painting Workshop. 🌿✨

In this session, you’ll get to paint and personalize your very own clay kulhads or matkas, blending traditional charm with your unique artistic touch. Whether you’re a beginner or a hobbyist, this workshop is designed to help you relax, explore colors, and create a piece you can proudly take home.

What’s included:
✅ All materials provided (kulhad/matka, paints, brushes, and tools)
✅ Guided session with easy techniques
✅ A chance to explore creativity in a fun and soothing atmosphere
✅ Your very own hand-painted kulhad/matka to take home

📍 Venue: Lamakaan
💰 Fee: ₹399 (inclusive of all materials)
🗓️ Date & Time: [Add date & time here]

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

Kaleidoscope is the new title written by Devika Das. It is a compilation of artist interviews reflecting on their association with art. Also, the book features one piece of artwork of each contributor. In this anthology, artists reflect how art has impacted and made a difference in their outlook towards life.

Organized by artalyst.change, a youth community promoting arts and literary values. On 07th October, as it is marking two years of the current ongoing inhumane genocide in Ghaza. We stand in solidarity with Palestine.
The program includes:
1. Screening of documentary on the occupation and genocide in Palestine
2. talk by experts reflecting on the inhumane oppression
3. Art installation symbolizing resistance and resilience

through film discussion and art the event seeks to create awareness empathy and collective commitment to justice
The event is open for all and free for everyone.

Premiere screening of Oh Satyabhama and Hey Chinnavada Oh Satyabhama and Hey Chinnavada — two soulful Telugu indie music videos — will premiere at Lamakaan, bringing together music, poetry, and cinema in one intimate evening.

Created by lyricist Alamkrutha Gamini and composer Raghuvamsh Chavali, these songs are part of a larger indie vision: to craft original Telugu music rooted in emotion yet resonant with global audiences. Produced in collaboration with UTP Networks, an emerging production house supporting new creative voices, this event reflects the growing strength of independent art in Hyderabad.

✨ The Songs
These twin tracks offer a unique duet experience, exploring love from both male and female perspectives. Sung by Kalyan Vasanth and Vaishnavi Kovvuri, the songs capture two sides of the same story, creating a rare musical conversation.

✨ On Screen
The stories come alive through the heartfelt performances of Ravi Teja Mahadasyam and Madhoo Damaraju, whose portrayals capture love, longing, and tender moments in a deeply relatable way.

Listen to them on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yzroGTSjsxbZYfwJ2tBjO?si=-AA1n0lCQAG6z_zI2OC0ng

Performing Classical Dance (Bharatnatyam)

🎬 Remembering Michelangelo Antonioni

Every Wednesday evening this September, we celebrate the enigmatic genius of Michelangelo Antonioni with a curated selection of his most iconic films. From the haunting silences of L’Avventura to the visual poetry of Blow-Up, Antonioni’s work reshaped cinematic language—favoring mood, ambiguity, and existential depth over conventional storytelling. His films invite us to linger in the spaces between words, where alienation, desire, and modernity collide.

Born on September 29, 1912, in Ferrara, Italy, and passing away on July 30, 2007, in Rome, Antonioni left behind a legacy that continues to challenge and inspire filmmakers worldwide. He was the only director to win the Palme d'Or, Golden Lion, Golden Bear, and Golden Leopard, and received an Honorary Oscar in 1995 for his masterful visual style. His trilogy—L’Avventura, La Notte, and L’Eclisse—remains a cornerstone of modernist cinema, exploring the discontents of contemporary life with unmatched elegance and introspection.

Film Title: THE PASSENGER| 1975 | 126 Mins | Italy, Spain & France | French, Spanish, German, English with English Subtitles

About the film: The Passenger (Italian: Professione: reporter) is a 1975 drama thriller film directed by Michelangelo Antonioni. Written by Antonioni, Mark Peploe, and Peter Wollen, the film is about a disillusioned Anglo-American journalist, David Locke (Jack Nicholson), who assumes the identity of a dead businessman while working on a documentary in Chad, unaware that he is impersonating an arms dealer with connections to the rebels in the civil war. Along the way, he is accompanied by an unnamed young woman.

Screening followed by Discussion. All are Welcome. Entry is Free & Open to all!

A 3 hour film screenings cum interaction around the theme of Gender Equity and Inclusivity. A bunch of outstanding films curated by Harish Sadani- noted gender rights activist from Mumbai, will be screened followed by interaction. These are films with subtitles, part of SamaBhav International Travelling Film Festival now in its 7th edition.

The 9th edition of BEFF Babul Eco Film Festival 2025; brings to you the best and latest of green films from all over the globe . We have an interesting schedule lined up for you. Film screenings and many eco activities and games with a dose of entertainment. Part of the Festival is held at Lamakaan. Check the full schedule for the specific event details for Lamakaan venue.

Art and literature can be seen as extensions of the human mind. Very often they can reveal what lies within, sometimes visibly, and, sometimes, not quite so visibly. The movie club is (we hope) a fun way of looking deeper into the emotions, perceptions and thoughts that weave human relationships together or tear them apart. A movie may be treated as a true story or, alternatively, can be used as a tool to try and figure out what went on in the directors head when the movie was made. Either way, it’s a different way of understanding human behavior and relationships. In the end, by looking deeper into another’s story, we hope, perchance, to understand ourselves better.

रात के विरुद्ध प्रात के लिए
*कोरस*

‘कोरस’, हमारे महादेश की रंग-बिरंगी संस्कृति का मंच है. जनता के मेहनतकश तबकों, स्त्रियों, बच्चों और बुजुर्गों के जीवन का समूह - संगीत, उनके सुख -दुःख, संघर्ष और आशाओं का कोरस देश-दुनिया को बेहतर बनाने के काम आए, यही इसका उद्देश्य है. ‘कोरस’, हिंसक शोर-शराबे के बीच जनता के संघर्षमय जीवन-संगीत को डुबो देने के खिलाफ प्रतिरोध का मंच है. ‘कोरस’, पूंजी की सभ्यता का विकल्प रचने वाले सच्चे जन-आंदोलन का हमराही है. सदियों से शास्त्र व शस्त्र बल से खामोश किये गए लाखों मूक नायक - नायिकाओं की मुखरता है. हमारे देश और दुनिया में चल रही हजारहां सांस्कृतिक पहलकदमियों के बीच एक पहल ‘कोरस ‘ भी है.

कोरस ने पिछले 10 वर्षों में देश के अनेक हिस्सों में नाट्य महोत्सवों, नाट्य व गीत कार्यशालाओं, मंच व नुक्कड़ नाटक, विचार व काव्य गोष्ठियों, लोक व जनगीत गायन के संजीदा आयोजनों के जरिए सांस्कृतिक बहुलता और एकता पर हमलों के सबसे खतरनाक दौर में ‘हम भारत के लोग’ का समूह स्वर बनने की कोशिश जारी रखी है. रंगशालाओं, सभागारों व विश्वविद्यालय परिसरों के साथ ही गांव–मोहल्लों की गरीब बस्तियों से लेकर सड़कों पर जनसामान्य के बीच पहुंचकर संघर्षमय जीवन संगीत का प्रतिरोध रचा जा सके, कोरस इस अभियान में शरीक है.

We are going through the most challenging time in the history of our country. Unabated and rampant violations of democratic and civil rights are making the life of the people miserable. Women and down-trodden people are the worst victims.
The vested interests are inflaming communal and caste tensions and hatred between different communities. Elections no longer reflect the will of the people but are manipulated by money, media and muscle power. Voter list manipulation and organized rigging have evolved overtime and attained ugly face with the use of modern technology. Many citizens of our country are apprehending that they might lose the right to vote seeing the way the S.I.R. is being implemented in Bihar.
Right to food remains elusive as shown in the governmental data that more than 80 crore people are hunger-stricken, and they need free rations. Poor rankings of the country in the Global Hunger Index and Human Freedom Index have tarnished the image of the country in the eyes of international community. The list is only illustrative and not exhaustive. In this background, we are conducting this small meeting here in Lamakaan to discuss the implications of the present scenario and how the civil society should respond to it.
We invite you to participate and share your valuable thoughts in the meeting.

All are Welcome!

🧩 JUMBLE WORD COMPETITION 🧩
Organized by:Talent Development Center (TDC), Hyderabad
In association with BSICI – a group of premium International Educational Institutions
Calling all young word wizards!
Join us for an exciting Jumble Word Competition for Junior and Senior students, designed to spark creativity, boost vocabulary, and bring out the hidden talent in children.
Event Details:
• Date: 2nd October 2025
• Venue: Lamakaan, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
• Participation: Maximum 30 contestants in each category (Junior & Senior) – First come, first served.
Note: Only one student from each school will be allowed to participate.
• Registration Deadline: 30th September 2025
Contact for Registration & Details: Mahomed Salman – 9908179810
Hurry! Limited seats – let your words win the day!

🎨 Kulhad/Matka Painting Workshop at Lamakaan – ₹399

Step into an evening of creativity and culture at Lamakaan as we bring you a hands-on Kulhad/Matka Painting Workshop. 🌿✨

In this session, you’ll get to paint and personalize your very own clay kulhads or matkas, blending traditional charm with your unique artistic touch. Whether you’re a beginner or a hobbyist, this workshop is designed to help you relax, explore colors, and create a piece you can proudly take home.

What’s included:
✅ All materials provided (kulhad/matka, paints, brushes, and tools)
✅ Guided session with easy techniques
✅ A chance to explore creativity in a fun and soothing atmosphere
✅ Your very own hand-painted kulhad/matka to take home

📍 Venue: Lamakaan
💰 Fee: ₹399 (inclusive of all materials)
🗓️ Date & Time: [Add date & time here]

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

Kaleidoscope is the new title written by Devika Das. It is a compilation of artist interviews reflecting on their association with art. Also, the book features one piece of artwork of each contributor. In this anthology, artists reflect how art has impacted and made a difference in their outlook towards life.

Organized by artalyst.change, a youth community promoting arts and literary values. On 07th October, as it is marking two years of the current ongoing inhumane genocide in Ghaza. We stand in solidarity with Palestine.
The program includes:
1. Screening of documentary on the occupation and genocide in Palestine
2. talk by experts reflecting on the inhumane oppression
3. Art installation symbolizing resistance and resilience

through film discussion and art the event seeks to create awareness empathy and collective commitment to justice
The event is open for all and free for everyone.

Premiere screening of Oh Satyabhama and Hey Chinnavada Oh Satyabhama and Hey Chinnavada — two soulful Telugu indie music videos — will premiere at Lamakaan, bringing together music, poetry, and cinema in one intimate evening.

Created by lyricist Alamkrutha Gamini and composer Raghuvamsh Chavali, these songs are part of a larger indie vision: to craft original Telugu music rooted in emotion yet resonant with global audiences. Produced in collaboration with UTP Networks, an emerging production house supporting new creative voices, this event reflects the growing strength of independent art in Hyderabad.

✨ The Songs
These twin tracks offer a unique duet experience, exploring love from both male and female perspectives. Sung by Kalyan Vasanth and Vaishnavi Kovvuri, the songs capture two sides of the same story, creating a rare musical conversation.

✨ On Screen
The stories come alive through the heartfelt performances of Ravi Teja Mahadasyam and Madhoo Damaraju, whose portrayals capture love, longing, and tender moments in a deeply relatable way.

Listen to them on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3yzroGTSjsxbZYfwJ2tBjO?si=-AA1n0lCQAG6z_zI2OC0ng