The Mahabharata is not just an epic—it is a living, breathing force that shapes the very fabric of our land. From rituals to sculptures, from dance to literature, from song to the very landscapes we inhabit, its echoes are everywhere. Join Aparna Jaishankar for an enchanting evening of Oral Storytelling, where she brings to life the stories of the Mahabharata that continue to thrive in the heart of cosmopolitan Tamil Nadu. Based on primary research, this session will reveal the epic’s enduring presence in contemporary traditions. Whether you are new to the Mahabharata or a pa Read More..

Poetry is the pond where the heart blooms. On this New Year's Day, discover the coolness of the female gaze as you join us for a heartbreaking commentary on love, life and the yearning for both. Bring your poems to share with us, as we explore the shape of contemporary poetry.  This session is hosted by Sindhu S.P., an engineer and Tamil poet from Bangalore. Entry is free. Read More..

From the warrior likened to a chariot painstakingly forged by a master, to a casanova-turned-sage that weaves a net of words, this session explores the metaphors and beauty buried in the external. Join us for an interactive session as we discuss the vivid language of Puranaanooru. The discussion is accessible to non-tamil patrons as it will be in English as well as Tamil. This session is hosted by Sindhu S.P., an engineer and Tamil poet from Bangalore. Entry is free. Read More..

An interactive storytelling session filled with humor, lively songs, and a fun coloring activity that brings "Kadai Veedhi Kalakalakkum" to life, by Priya MuthuKumar, Storipur®! Witness Kumudha's market adventure in the streets of Mukkudal. Written by Ramya and Sethu Ram Illustrated by Bhavya Desai  Priya Muthukumar is a learner, educator, passionate storyteller & the founder of the storytelling company, Storipur based in Bengaluru. She is a resource-faculty handling storytelling in reputed colleges and schools in the city. She has written sustainabi Read More..

What if you were told nonsense isn't random. From manufactured outrage in news cycles to advertising's linguistic sleight of hand, from legal documents that read like absurdist theater to TikTok trends that defy explanation—these seemingly meaningless fragments are quietly but constantly reshaping our reality. What if the cultural static you mindlessly scroll past – viral dance trends, reality TV drama, and daily soap dialogues that make you cringe – isn’t really mindless and impacts your life? This is your chance to find out how. Decide hidden architecture of l Read More..

Watch a modern take on the classic Panchatantra Story, “The Thirsty Crow” – with a handmade puppet! In a theatrical setting, the imagination goes on a ride with songs, edutainment and a moral for a lifetime! Discover the magic of puppet-making as you dive into the creative process and learn how to bring your puppet to life! For ages 2-6, and anyone who loves puppetry! Art. Story. Repeat! Seeming like a traditional Virtual Reality (VR), Aditi is amused by this loop - Art creates a character and the Story is your imagination - endless possibilities! Starting h Read More..

Food is such an integral part of our lives that we cannot imagine any worship without food. Keeping this in mind, we welcome you to a unique experience where we shall serve you samples of prasadams from various temples and share stories of places of worship and the perceived food preferences of the divine. Join Aparna Jaishankar for Divine Delicacies, only at Atta Galatta. Read More..

Come join me for a deeply meditative painting workshop, where we will explore the flow of creativity, presence, and surrender through alcohol inks.  We will begin with a guided meditation to awaken your inner artist, tuning into breath and sensation to open the channels of intuitive expression. As the inks move and blend effortlessly, so too will we explore the principles of fluidity, spontaneity, and embodied awareness. To amplify the experience, music will guide our process, acting as a muse to deepen our connection with the moment. What to Expect: ✨ A sensory-rich and medita Read More..

What about some Filter Coffee and Unfiltered conversations on a fine Sunday morning? Listeners Circle is an initiative to facilitate listening without judgment, hence giving a safe space for anyone to speak their heart out without the fear of judgment. We at Listeners Circle are committed to building a community where there are no unsaid words, held back emotions and buried feelings because of the fear of being judged. After 50+ Editions of Tell your Story, Listeners Circle relaunching a lighter format - Coffee and Conversations! Coffee lightens us up. Coffee gives us clarity. Coff Read More..

The Qu for Quiz is based on a grid format with the grids formed by topics on one axis and level of difficulty (and hence the points) on the other. The topics could be varied like History, Sports, Music, Literature, Movies and more. A team of two members would get to choose a topic and the level of difficulty and the question would be revealed. The rest of the teams can go for the buzzer if they know the answer. Depending on the number of teams registering, the size of the grid would be decided.  SAMPLE Qu: 2. The name is inspired by the traditional malt whisky distillation process Read More..