DEBJANI – THE UNTOLD STORY OF SURPANKHA

Surpanakha had lost both, her husband and her son, and was left all alone in her fight for revenge. She was distraught with misery and panic. An unusual loneliness engulfed her in Dandaka Forest..

DEBJANI unfolds the legend.

AHMAD FARAZ – HORROR STORY

“Mano to Sach, na mano to rahasya” – Reality if you believe, and a mystery if you don’t. This chilling tale, inspired by true events, will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Ahmad Faraz, is a captivating storyteller who will transport you to a world where reality blurs with the unknown.

AJAY KUMAR – BADA BHAND (बड़ा भांड) – Mixing fiction with realty

The art of “Katha-Vachan-Gayan” (storytelling-reading-singing) is rare and legendary, and has roots in both myth and legend.

AJAY KUMAR, faculty of National School of Drama (NSD), relates Vijaydan Detha’s breathtaking tale in his own distinctive style.

QUTUBI BROTHERS – Haji Mohammad Idris and Arshad Qutubi

Qutbi Brothers are one of India’s most celebrated qawwali             singers, having created a world record of 12 hours of nonstop live singing. They belong to the illustrious family of the Sarawa Gharana. Inheritors of a 750 year-old tradition have mesmerised national and international audience, and are renowned all over the world for their soulful and meaningful music.

VICKY AHUJA – SARDAR JI

“Sardar ji” is the immortal story of K.A. Abbas. A poignant tale of changed emotions during the partition of 1947. A story of the death of hatred & fear.

The emotion of the memories will be brought alive by an unforgettable rendition by Vicky Ahuja.

NEHA BAHUGUNA – PAHADI KAHANIYAN

Memories of the pristine hills, music rolling down the slopes and apples ready to be plucked. Then, a journey within and outside. A story of evolution of a “Pahadi”…

Jungli jee and Pehchan, two intertwined stories from the remote corners of Uttarakhand by Neha Bahuguna.

DEVDUTT PATTNAIK – SATI SAVITRI

Sati Savitri presents the complex web of Indian culture and how gender dynamics are portrayed in it. He explores the rich mythological traditions of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism in a thought-provoking way, revealing the complex relationship between feminism and patriarchy.

DEVDUTT PATTNAIK, a mythologist, thru sati Savitri, throws light on how male energy correspondingly depends on female energy to create the balance of good and bad.

SHILPA MUDBI Kothakota and ADITHYA Kothakota – TRACING THE ROOTS THROUGH FOLKLORE

The folklore of Yellamma: the transformation of a young beautiful princess Renuka to powerful Goddess Yellamma, narrated in captivating style through a music and storytelling performance. The story narration will be in English, interspersed with songs in Kannada, Marathi, Urdu and Hindi

SHILPA MUDBI Kothakota and ADITHYA Kothakota bring to the fore, lesser-known folk forms in the Yellamma and other stories.

PRIYANKA CHATTERJEE – “WHISPERS OF THE FORGOTTEN:The echoes from the silent past”

A Journey within a journey, of echoes of unsung melodies, untold stories,   unshared emotions and all that was locked away inside us. Do they become ghost that come back to haunt us?

Whispers of the Forgotten: a mesmerising tale, intertwining ancient narratives with a contemporary style, by Priyanka Chatterjee, the famous Golpo Didi of Kolkata

RAJAT MENGHNANI – MOHABBAT KE PHOOL

Rajat, the maestro of voices, will bring to life a heart-wrenching love story from ancient times. This tale of a passionate king and a talented poetess is a timeless reminder of love’s enduring power.

Join us as Rajat weaves this tragic romance into the tapestry of Udaipur Tales.

SHWETA NADKARNI – ROMEO & JULIET WITH A SPIN 

“Happily ever after…or what if it didn’t?” Shweta Nandkarni reimagines the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet, exploring what might have been if their love story had taken a different turn.

Most fascinating spin to Romeo and Juliet by Shweta Nandkarni , Her unique interpretation of this classic tale will leave you pondering the enduring power of love and the choices we make.”

 JULIANA MARIN FRYLING (Latin America) – THE SCARECROW IN THE SKY

Colombia is a land where stories are still alive, and you kind of have to still believe in magic. Through tales of magical realism from the heart of South America, join a travelling storyteller on a journey to a world of dreams. A world where indigenous myth tangles with the city, the impossible hangs out behind the sunrise, and no matter how far your heart breaks, you can always find your way back home.

FOUZIA – DASTANE-GHALIB

Choosing apt incidents from the poet’s life, the dastan etches out this legendary poet in a biographical format, showcasing Ghalib’s attributes well. Recalling how he lost his father and uncle early in life, it moves on to cover his childhood, youth and the later period.

FOUZIA, the first female dastango narrates the story and the poems compellingly. She succeeds in bringing out the pathos, humour, wit and finer nuances of the great poet, through the right pauses and stress, facial expressions, and hand, body and eye movements.

SAMEER RAHAT

Sameer Rahat, aka SR, is a Bombay-based polymath who effortlessly blends the roles of performer, poet and a film composer. His musical journey, spanning over 17 years, has evolved from indie singer-songwriter to a critically acclaimed and award-winning architect of cinematic soundscapes, poems and songs.

Rooted in a childhood immersed in the poetry of his legendary Urdu poet parents, Anjum Rehbar and Rahat Indori, SR’s music is a profound exploration of human experiences. SR’s contributions to the Indian entertainment industry, including collaborations on major projects for Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Sony Liv, cemented his status as a versatile and influential artist.

A perfect finale with a regaling performance of finely woven blend of his poetic compositions.