An extraordinary memoir from one of Tamil Nadu’s most acclaimed novelists. The great Tamil novelist Jeyamohan came from the region of Tamil Nadu that originally belonged to Travancore (in Kerala), and grew up in a unique, syncretic culture straddling two distinct worlds. In this memoir, originally written in Malayalam, he draws a vivid picture of his family which followed the matriarchal family systems of Kerala. He especially focuses on his powerful mother and grandmother, who pitted their wills against and were constantly at odds with his abusive father. Moving between the stories o Read More..

Our emotions and memories are intrinsically related to the food we eat and the genre of food literature combines them in a way that helps us connect not only to our past and our present, to different cultures, and communities, values and rituals, events both life-changing and mundane but to each other as well. So, if viewing the world through the lens of food and literature interests you, then join us to begin a dialogue on “Food in Indian Literature” and to celebrate those stories and their diversity. Each month with Prachi Grover, we will be reading our way through several pow Read More..

From Chennai to Kanyakumari to Madurai to each and every corner of the Tamil Land lies tales that are rooted in the soil. From Rajas and Ranis to personal relationships and adultery, the tales have something for every audience. Inspired from Folktales and Folk myths across the land, the performance storytelling in English and Tamil will be smattered with folk songs, lullabies and riddles that are ingrained in the culture. Over the 60 minutes, the audience will travel through the tales into forgotten dynasties, unheard flowers, unspoken narratives that retain the flavor of the soil and peopl Read More..

Get ready for a fun-filled storytelling session with Scaly Tales: Indian Lizards, an engaging and educational children’s picture book! Discover the fascinating world of Indian lizards—their amazing abilities, unique characteristics, and the important roles they play in nature. 📅 Event Highlights: 📖 Book Reading Session – Enjoy an interactive storytelling experience. 🎲 Fun & Learn Games – Exciting activities that bring the book to life! 🦎 Explore & Discover – Learn cool facts about Indian lizards in a playful way. Perfect for youn Read More..

What have you been reading? Come, discuss your latest read. Each member gets 5-7 mins to talk about the book, theme, plot with 2 mins to answer any question others might have. Special Theme: European Literature Read More..

For hard-core Potterheads age 12 and above! Get into the minds of the characters, ferret out the intricacies of the plot - enter the wizarding world and share your thoughts and insights! Will help if you have read all the Harry Potter books - this discussion will be based only on the books and not the movies. The event is curated by Lahe Lahe Caravan and is being hosted at Atta Galatta. Read More..

An Evening of Magic is a most amazing magic show presented by `Nakul Shenoy & Friends’, featuring top entertainers and magic acts. Curated and hosted by the internationally-acclaimed mentalist Nakul Shenoy, each event in this series brings unique acts and performances by nationally and internationally acclaimed magicians, alongside some of the most notable up-and-coming stars of magic. This is an evening that is truly magical, and one you will want to experience many times over. Read More..

The AG Lit Sisters Book Club – Meetup #2 📚✨ A celebration of Sisterhood & Female Friendships! ✨📚 After the incredible success of our first meetup, The AG Lit Sisters Book Club is thrilled to announce our second gathering! This time, we’re diving into the heartwarming theme of Sisterhood & Female Friendships, exploring stories that celebrate the bonds between women—whether through books, personal experiences, or shared literary journeys. What to Expect? 💬 Thought-provoking discussions on books that highlight sisterhood and friendships
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Indian Gond Art - A Tribal Folk Art practiced by one of the largest tribes in India called Gondi, from Madhya Pradesh. The history of the Gond people dates nearly 1400 years from the Dravidian origin and this community has a unique painting style that makes extensive use of dots, fine lines, dashes and other geometric shapes. The imagery of these paintings are borderless, bold and loud. Blended with mystery, humour, these art pieces depict a modern psyche. A great form of art to start with your basic art skill, interesting and electrified art that gets you fascinated about I 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..