6th & 7th Dec 2025, Sat-Sun
Venue: TBD
10:00am onwards
OPEN ENTRY FOR ALL VISITORS
Kahaniyon ka Safar, The Hyderabad Annual Theatre Festival is a grand celebration of drama, culture, and creativity! Held in the heart of the City of Pearls, this vibrant festival brings together a diverse range of theatrical performances from across India and beyond. From timeless classics to contemporary plays, from thought-provoking monologues to high-energy musicals, the festival offers something for every theatre lover.
Beyond the stage, the festival features open mic, interactive talkshows, panel discussions, open marketplace for books, music, art and those alike and food stalls offering local and global flavours. It’s not just a theatre event — it’s an immersive cultural experience where stories come alive, audiences connect, and the city pulses with artistic energy.
Join us for this unforgettable fusion of performance and entertainment — where every act tells a story, and every moment is pure magic.
Introducing Our Partners for HATF2025:
Knowledge Partner: The Federation of Indian Publishers & Amar Chitra Katha
Support Partners: Incredible India Ministry of Tourism, Govt of India
Program Partner: NSHM Centre for Language & Communication
Event Partner: Shagufta Hanaphie Events
Promotional Partner: Conqor Ventures LLC
Venue Partner: Jodhpur Park Institute
Meet Our Partners & Sponsors from KLC2024:
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Agenda
Guests of Honour
Delegates Attending
Ms Rajlakshmi Syam, Womens Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Ms Gitanjali Alagh Jolly, Spotlite Events
Ms Shagufta Hanaphie, SHE Events
Ms Bratati Bhattacharyya, Universal Education Equity Foundation
11th Jan'25 : 11:30 am onwards
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1pVQAqsGkjBb8cmm8
Venue: Jodhpur Park Durga Puja Grounds, Kolkata
Opening Session
Storytelling & Narrative Poetry by Debanjali Nag
Poetry Composition by Sarbajit Choudhury
Lunch Break (1:30pm to 2:00pm)
Creative Writing Memorabilia
Selected Animation Film Screenings
Premium Collection Book Releases & Photo Sessions
Book Launch by Aryan Majumdar
Talkshow by Anangsha Alammyan
5:00pm - Prime Time
Lamp Lighting & National Anthem
Premier: Chatshow with Mr. Savio Mascarenhas (Group Art Director & TEDx Speaker) and Rishabh Dubey (Sci-Fi Author & Creator)
Topic: Evolution of the Characters of Amar Chitra Katha over time & Impact of Digital media
Followed by QnA and Amar Chitra Katha book signing by Mr. Savio Mascarenhas
Book Launch by Meenal Dighe (Author of Guilty in Gwailor)
Premier: Fireside Chat with Mr. Pranav Gupta (Secretary General, The Federation of Indian Publishers), Dr. Debanjan Chakrabarti (Director, East and North East India, British Council) and Prof Dr. Soujanya Pudi (Head, Language and Communications, Social Entrepreneur) moderated by Mr. Sanjai Banerji (Best Seller Author & Host)
Topic: Dynamics of Publishing Industry with the Market Trends and evolving Consumer Behavior
Premier: Keynote Speech by Mr Shahanshah Mirza (IRS Officer, GST Dept. Min of Finance)
Premier: Keynote Speech by Mr Om Prakash Gupta (IPS (Retd), Ex-Inspector General of Police, Kolkata
Talkshow by Aurobindo Ghosh (Author of Tales of Mahabharat, Ramayana, Yudh Shastra and many more)
Talkshow by Sankalita Roy (Author of Olive Green)
Talkshow by Mitrajit Biswas (Author of The Knifepoint)
Author Awards Felicitation
Musical Night with "Delve with Fusion"
Networking Dinner
12th Jan'25 : 11:30 am onwards
Awardee Open Session
Open Mike
CLC Award Felicitations
Creative Writing Memorabilia
Networking Lunch (1:30pm to 2:30pm)
Poetry Composition by Hussainul Rahman
Panel Discussion - The Evolution of Storytelling: From Classics to Contemporary Literature
Panel Members - Kuntala Bhattacharya, Sanjai Banerji, Sharada Ghosh
Singing Performance by Heaverina RC
Panel Discussion - Cross-Cultural Storytelling: How Globalization Impacts Literature
Panel Members - Debanjali Nag, Dr. Aurobindo Ghosh, Anish Kanjilal
Singing Performance by Gairik Dasgupta
Panel Discussion - Books as Catalysts for Social Change
Panel Members - Dr. Mainak Ghosal, Soumeek Chowdhuri
Panels are moderated by Sarbajit Chowdhury
Singing/Karaoke by Ishan Bbx and Co
Singing Performance by Sankha Subhra Chatterjee
Open Marketplaces & Exhibition Stalls will be operating throughout the program
What do our Authors say?
Saudamini Mishra
Author
"A carnival celebrating the exchange of words and art, adding to the dispersion of culture across a wide demography— this is how I'd describe KLC 2024. It provided the perfect platform for authors and creators to put forth their ideas, share their artistry and meet like-minded people. Here is looking forward to more of such initiatives."
Binoy Gupta
Author
"KLC2024 was a unique event organized by Ukiyoto. It gave opportunity to authors and the book trade to meet together and engage in fruitful discussions. Looking forward to KLC2025."
Kajari Guha
Author
"KLC2024 was a stepping stone for budding writers like me. A celebration of literary talent and creativity, KLC2024 highlighted the talents of the writers who dedicated themselves to their art. Igniting inspiration and provoking contemplation, the event served as a mirror for the writers to peep into their inner worlds and was a meaningful acknowledgement of their contributions. This was an eternal journey that will ever be remembered."
Moumita De
Author
"The KLC 2024 program of Ukiyoto publication stands out as a beacon of literary excellence. With its diverse range of voices and perspectives, it offers a captivating journey through the minds and hearts of talented authors. From poignant poetry to gripping prose, each piece is a power of storytelling. Ukiyoto publication's commitment to fostering creativity and nurturing emerging talents shines through the compelling anthologies.
KLC 2024 is not just a collection of words, but a celebration of imagination and expression that leaves a lasting impression on its readers."
Glimpses of KLC 2024
Glimpses of KLC 2023
Music Nights
Talk Shows
Book Launches
Award Felicitations
