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A promising new voice in cinema, Isha Chhabra, a filmmaking student from the United States, has made a striking impression with her latest directorial project — the visually stunning music video Gulistan Chale, directed and featured by Isha Chhabra herself, with music composed, sung, and written by the legendary A.R. Rahman.
The video, now streaming on Global Glow Films’ YouTube Channel, beautifully captures a blend of emotion, storytelling, and melody — seamlessly weaving together Isha’s refined cinematic sensibility and Rahman’s soulful soundscape. With its expressive visuals and deeply evocative tone, Gulistan Chale is already earning praise for its artistic maturity and emotional depth.
What makes this project stand out is Isha Chhabra’s ability to convey raw human emotions through visual poetry — a skill she continues to hone while studying filmography in the USA. Despite being a student filmmaker, her direction and on-screen performance reflect remarkable confidence, aesthetic precision, and a strong understanding of rhythm and emotion in visual storytelling.
Speaking about her inspiration, Isha Chhabra shared,
“This project was born out of my desire to tell stories through emotion rather than dialogue. Working both behind and in front of the camera was a rewarding challenge. A.R. Rahman’s music gave life to every frame, making this experience unforgettable. I am so thankful to ARR for the guidance and grateful to be a part of such a beautiful song by ARR, produced by Global Glow Films. My journey studying filmmaking in the USA has allowed me to explore storytelling from a global lens.”
Music maestro A.R. Rahman, who composed, sang, and penned the lyrics for Gulistan Chale, brings his signature emotional depth to the project. His haunting melodies and introspective words infuse the film with soul, elevating it beyond a conventional music video into a moving cinematic experience.
The collaboration between Isha Chhabra and A.R. Rahman marks the meeting of two creative minds — one bringing fresh cinematic vision, the other timeless musical mastery — unified by emotion and artistry.
With Gulistan Chale, Isha Chhabra establishes herself as one of the most exciting young filmmaker-actors to watch — blending her international training with heartfelt Indian storytelling. Her work signals a bright future, where new-age creators merge global aesthetics with the emotional essence of Indian cinema.
The video Gulistan Chale is now live on YouTube (Global Glow Films) and is quickly gaining attention for its emotional resonance and visual artistry — marking a beautiful debut for a filmmaker who’s just getting started.
Young Filmmaker Isha Chhabra From The USA Impresses With Her New Music Video Gulistan Chale – Music By A.R. Rahman
Nadamrutham By Kalashri Dr Lata Surendra, Nmacc
The Cube
Oct 24, 2025
An Ode unto Diksha it was absolutely through Nadamrutham – a visual prayer addressed unto her legendary Guru Vidwan Kalaimamani Shri T.S. Kadirvelu Pillai by Kalashri Dr Lata Surendra, the city’s very senior Artist in the field of Bharatannatyam for over six and half decades Nadamrutham was a dedicated disciple’s tribute unto the creative genius of her Guru , Kalaimamani Vidawan Shri T. S. Kadirvelu Pillai, at the intimate space of the Cube , NMACC ,Mumbai that had each rasika present , enter into a journey through an intriguing path – a margam to awaken to silence as the seed of all sound and stillness as the pulsating womb of all movement.
The programme was sponsored by the Reliance Cultural Foundation Known for establishing a one to one connect with the audience Dr Lata Surendra in her signature style of loftiness laced with humour led witnessing hearts to the pulsating romance of rhythms, poetry of love in union and seperation through the times.
“The Nadamrutham cosmos within the cube has two ‘suns’ today she said drawing attention to crisp Nattuvangam by Shri Kaliswaran Pillai and Mridangam by Mumbai K Dakshinamurthy – the two talented Suns creating waves in the rhythmic world of dance today ,the Sangeetamrutham by mellifluos vocalist Shri N.N.Shivaprasad , the stirring Violin by Satish Seshadri, mesmerising Flute by Shri Bharat Raj .
The performance commenced in a unique way through a choreography highlighting the eloquent poetry of silence and sound .One could hear Dr Lata’s meticulous and strong footwork resonate all around the Cube through an intricate calculation of her distinguished Mentor Shri Kadirvelu Pillai, which then unfolded the supreme effulgence of the Guru who awakened in her the truth of unity and the universe as an unfragmented reality embracing the one life force in all through an ongoing cyclic order ‘ Akhanda mandalakaram ‘ Very vivid sancharis brought out the deep truth encushioned in timeless lines by His Holiness Adi Sankara charya . One often sees dancers only touching on the superficial padartham of the lines, but the artist drew attention to every word in the lines. culminating in the greatness of the Guru- leading her from light to Light through lighting of the lamp within the temple of her heart! It opened out the pathways to notes embracing the Ragam Vasanta and a visually arresting Jathiswaram item not done by any of the senior artists today. The’Jathiswaram’ by Tanjore quartet was a visual delight and intriguing by virtue of its obvious cross rhythmic patterns in Rupaka thalam woven by the formidable Vidwan Guru Kadirvelu Pillai. The Nattuvangam by Kaliswaran and Mridangam by Dakshinamurthy with the complimenting vocals had all senses engulfed in the blissfulness of Nadamrutham unfolding through the experienced and consummate Artist.
What one marvelled at was Lata’s unflagging stamina. Post each item she quiet simply walked over to the waiting mike to reach out with eloquent details about the ensuing item. With a sense of humour that went well with the receptive audience she recounted the cyclic drama of life replayed over and over in age -old chronicles of love. The Padam- Netrandi Nerathile in Huseini by Subbarama Iyer – a prolific composer of Tamil padams in the late 19th century was a visual delight. Lata explained to the audience how it be the realm of the Gods or humans the age-old lover’s tiffs- be it’ shy sweetness of that first meeting or distressful tears of farewell ‘the plot embracing all navarasaa continues to engage life all around. She highlighted how the Raagam Husseini was just ideal for gentle roasting by the uttama nayika confronting her Lord Karthikeya.
In fact, she beautifully brought through a variety of ways the question that the Nayika gently kept nudging her beloved with as a refrain – “‘ in that golden twilight hour as women were bathing and as all nature sought to settle for the oncoming night who was she who kept seeking your attention and beckoning you towards her ? “Rarely do we see performers establish such a personal one to one connect with the audience. Lata took up another composition in Saveri by the same composer to underline how a proper Khandita nayika ..irate with the endless deception of her Lord confronts him with packed levels of sarcasm through evocative sancharis . The evening transformed to a visual SSatsang. Itwas a reaching out by an artist who loved her art and truly longed to have all love it through feeling for it as she did.
The Vocalist was in his elemit asploring the melody content as she explored the lyrical content with fluid intensity. The Varnam in Anandabhairavi, Adi thalam by Sivanandam Tanjore quartet was the highlight of the evening. The mathematical patterns in the nritta sequences of Varnam was unique with Mridangam Moras that were created by her legendary Guru instead of Jathis. The flourish and ease with which Lata tackled these merited an ongoing applause from the audience. The spell bound audience were totally captivated by the chemistry between the Orchestral support and the Artist. With expressions and movements, the Senior Artist brought to life the Nayika’s longing for her Lord Rajagopala . Persuasion on one side, reluctance on the other, longing on the one side and indifference on the other. There were fresh analogies drawn in the description of her Lord. In the highlighting of lyrics Lata mentioned how reading enriched and enhanced the depth vital to explore the content in the lyrics.
It was interesting to see her apply Surdas’s etching of how futile it was to compare Krishna to the world created by Him alone. The lotus and fish escaping to waters shying away from the beauty of his eyes, the moon hiding indark clouds seeing his effulgent face, the snakes slithering away to dark holes seeing the sinous strength of his hands .. The dilemma of Arjuna too ‘To be or not to be’ was veryloignantlybrought out. It was absolutely a command performance by a veteran.
The 12th Cy Poet Shri Jayadeva’s A shtapadi.- Priye Charusheelein in Ragam Vasanthi was deeply stirring and performed with intensity and sung with feeling by the experienced Vocalist Shri Shiva Prasad, wherein Krishna, after causing Radha pain, pleads for her forgiveness with deep love and humility, culminating in his earnest request to place her feet on his head. This act represented his complete surrender unto Radha …
The sublime union of krishnamayi Radha and Radhamayi Krishna unfolded to a Thillana in Behaag by Poniah Pillai. Nadamrutham truly impacted one and all present and proved that the dancer’s body at 71 is the visible form of an invisible passion,’ Dr Lata Surendra revealed not just her strength, but the heart and discipline that forged it.”
What stayed. long after the performance was the deceptive ease with which she navigated the most demanding sequences all through the performance. The precision was never sterile; it was the quiet confidence of a dancer completely in control. Witnessing her sustain that intensity was a lesson in dedication, a visual testament to the sentiment that, ‘True artistry isn’t just about what is seen, but about the unseen strength that makes the impossible look inevitable.’ This was a dancer who didn’t just perform; she persevered and became the dance!
Orchestral Support
Nattuvangam – Shri Kalishwaran K Kalishwaran K
Vocal support – Shri Siva Prasad N N Siva Prasad N N
Mridangam – Mumbai K Dakshinamurthy
Violin – Shri Satish Seshadri
Flute – Shri Bharat Raj
Lights – Sri Saurabh Tawde
[Review by Abhishek Dubey ]
A Divine Soulful Visual Ode To Diksha
Actress Karnika Mandal steps into the spotlight as the lead actress of ‘YANA…?, undertaking what the production team describes as a “surprising and challenging role.” Her character reportedly draws from historical figures of the 1840s period, requiring extensive preparation and emotional range.
Karnika Mandal says ” after hearing the narration I am sure this is the my dream film for which I had been waiting for in my film career.”
“Karnika Mandal brings exceptional depth to her portrayal in this biopic,” notes a production insider. “The role demands both physical transformation and psychological immersion into a character from a vastly different era.”
The actress has been spotted at various historical locations during pre-production, studying artifacts and historical documents to better understand the societal context of women in 1840s India. Her dedication to historical accuracy demonstrates the film’s commitment to authentic storytelling despite its genre-bending musical elements.
Under the direction of Mr. Prajapati, ‘YAANA…? takes shape as a multilingual production that will be simultaneously released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. This ambitious approach reflects the pan-Indian significance of the historical events portrayed in the film, as well as the production team’s commitment to reaching diverse linguistic audiences across the subcontinent.
The multilingual production strategy involves not merely dubbing the film but adapting cultural and linguistic nuances for each regional version, ensuring authentic resonance with varied audiences. Prajapati’s directorial vision encompasses this complexity while maintaining narrative cohesion across all language versions.
Supporting Mr. Prajapati’s creative vision is a team of accomplished professionals, The film’s screenplay and dialogs have been crafted by Pinku Dube and Sonu Dandoria This collaborative approach to storytelling ensures that the historical narrative maintains both factual integrity and dramatic impact.
Composer Dev Chauhan has been tasked with creating a musical landscape that bridges nearly two centuries of musical evolution. His soundtrack for ‘YAANA…? will include traditional compositions authentic to the 1840s setting while also featuring contemporary elements—most notably an English-language song positioned to achieve international appeal.
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Karnika Mandal Actress to share screen in Epic Period historical movie ‘‘YANA…? with Dashing Rahul B Kumar
Mumbai – 3rd November 2025 – The 5th Edition of Culture Cinema (C2F2) concluded after three days of screenings, discussions, and cultural exchange that celebrated cinema as a vibrant reflection of human stories and shared heritage. On the closing day, the 5th Edition C2F2 Awards recognized outstanding films and filmmakers whose works stood out for their cultural relevance, storytelling strength, and creative innovation.
Mr. Tim Curtis, Director and Representative, UNESCO Regional Office for South Asia emphasized the global value of such initiatives, stating, “Cinema is one of culture’s most powerful expressions. It allows us to honour our past, engage with the present and imagine a more inclusive future. Festivals like this one remind us of the creativity and diversity that unite humanity, inspiring us to safeguard the many ways people tell their stories. It also shows how cinema transcends borders, giving voice to different experiences and shared dreams. In celebrating culture through film, we celebrate humanity itself.”
In the 5th Edition C2F2, the Top Award of Film of The Festival Award was shared by Indian Film, SWARAM directed by Lijin Lohithakshan and Belgian Film HOLDING UP THE SKY directed by Pieter Van Eecke. Both the films will be sharing the prize money of USD 501, where each of them will receive USD 251 for their outstanding achievement. Both the films also won BEST Film in their respective categories, viz. SWARAM in Social Practices, and HOLDING UP THE SKY in Tribal Community category. The festival had BEST in Category Awards for 14 films, and Jury Special Mentions for 4 films.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Praveen Nagda, Festival Director of Culture Cinema (C2F2), expressed his gratitude to the participants, jury, and partners, saying, “Each year, Culture Cinema continues to grow as a platform where filmmakers and audiences come together to celebrate the beauty and complexity of culture. This edition has shown how cinema can transcend borders and generations, thereby reminding us that stories remain our strongest link to each other.”
Earlier, the closing day began with an interaction with Mr. Livingston Antony Ruben, an Indian film editor, well-known for his work in prominent Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada films including Pushpa-The Rise, and Jawaan etc. It was followed by an insightful panel discussion “Directing Change: Women Shaping the Future of Indian Cinema,” moderated by Ms. Shubha Shetty Saha and Prof. Navya Singh, featuring Ms. Akriti Singh, Prof. Malati Rao, Ms. Rupali Saxena, and Ms. Piyana Bandyopadhyay. The discussion explored representation, leadership, and the evolving female gaze in Indian cinema, setting an empowering tone for the festival’s finale.
Over its three-day run, C2F2 featured a diverse showcase of films from India, Japan, Italy, France, Brazil, and several other countries, alongside panels such as “Courage on Screen: The Business and Art of Patriotic Filmmaking” and cultural performances that blended tradition with modernity.
As the curtains come down on this milestone edition, Culture Cinema reaffirms its vision of promoting cinema as culture’s most universal language, and the one that connects people, preserves heritage, and inspires collective creativity.
Organized in collaboration with Amity University Mumbai, CIFEJ, and GMEC, the 5th Edition C2F2 reaffirmed the festival’s growing reputation as a meaningful platform for cultural dialogue through film.
LIST OF AWARD WINNERS
| Category | Best Film Details | |
| Architecture
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Name – The corridor of heaven
Country – IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF Director – Mohammad Hassan abedinezhad Producer – Mohammad Hassan abedinezhad
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| Arts & Artisans | Name – DEVI A Woven History
Country – INDIA Director – Manas Holkar Producer – Manas Holkar |
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| Biodiversity | Name – Flamingos: Life after the meteorite
Country – MEXICO Director – Lorenzo Hagerman Producer – José Cohen |
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| Cultural Taboos | Name – Spider-Zan
Country – IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF Director – Maryam Khodabakhsh Producer – Ali Tabe emam
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| Cultural Reforms | Name – Spider-Zan
Country – IRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF Director – Maryam Khodabakhsh Producer – Ali Tabe emam
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| Diaspora | Name – Vinola sets the tone
Country – FRANCE Director – Marie Sushila Le Ny Producer – Les Ateliers Varan
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| Education | Name – I am Banni- Daughter of Kutch
Country – INDIA Director – Nitin Choudhary, K K Makwana Producer – Anil Garg
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| History | Name – My Radio My Life
Country – INDIA Director – Bidit Roy, Makarand Waikar Producer – Makarand Waikar
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| Music | Name – BASSNINJA film the live in the ring episode０
Country – JAPAN Director – Kenji Ogusu Producer – Quagero Imazawa
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| Philosophy | Name – From Death to Oblivion
Country – MEXICO Director – Andrés Durán Moreno Producer – Andrés Durán Moreno, Mikel de la Barcena
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| Social Practices | Name – SWARAM
Country – INDIA Director – Lijin Lohithakshan Producer – Lijin Lohithakshan
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| Sports | Name – The documentary of the 10 (Maradona)
Country – ARGENTINA Director – Lucas Martin Costa Producer – Damian Pablo Originario
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| Travel & Tourism | Name – AMAZORIOCA
Country – PORTUGAL Director – Antonio Aleixo Producer – Antonio Aleixo, Joana Madruga
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| Tribal Community | Name – Holding Up The Sky
Country – BELGIUM Director – Pieter Van Eecke Producer – Hanne Phlypo
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| Category | Best Film Details | |
| History | Name – Cheenee
Country – Trinidad and Tobago Director – ANDREAS ANTONOPOULOS Producer – ANDREAS ANTONOPOULOS, DEBOLEENA PAUL
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| Biodiversity | Name – Thar: Sacred Groves and Waterscapes
Country – INDIA Director – Pranjal Joshi Producer – Ashoka University, The Helen Hamlyn Trust
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| Cultural Taboos | Name – Light Memories
Country – ECUADOR Director – Misha Vallejo Producer – Mayfe Ortega Haboud
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| Social Practices | Name – Djurdjevdan Is Yet to Come
Country – SERBIA Director – Predrag Todorovic Producer – Predrag Todorovic |
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Indian & Belgium Films Share The Top Award At 5th Edition C2F2
Celebrating Women in Sports with Glamour, Grace and Grit
Kolkata, 1st November 2025: The city witnessed an evening of elegance, empowerment, and inspiration as Aneebee Entertainments presented Sharanya Season 5 × Aqua Divine Season 2 “Shakti in Motion” in association with Eastern Metropolitan Club and TRI Events & Entertainment. The grand event, curated by Anita Dutta and her dedicated team, took place at the Eastern Metropolitan Club, Kolkata celebrating the powerful theme — “Women in Sports.”
This year’s edition honored the remarkable achievements of women and men athletes who have represented India at national and international levels. The event blended fashion, performance, and empowerment spotlighting women and men who have redefined boundaries through their passion and perseverance.
Celebrating excellence and resilience in sports, the event honoured achievers, Hupi Majhi (Odisha), Captain of the Indian Women’s Rugby Team, who led India at the Olympic Qualifiers in Osaka, Tarunika Ghosh (21 years), a young para-athlete who started as a swimmer and evolved into a multi-sport runner, winning medals in the Para Olympics, Arun Kumar Singh (70+ years) a veteran athlete and Asian Masters gold medalist, who began his athletic journey at 55 and continues to inspire generations and Mr. Shital Prasad Gupta, Entrepreneur working for women empowerment, recognized for his contributions to uplifting women through entrepreneurship and community work.
The evening also featured an energetic Taekwondo demonstration by athletes from the Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI) Ms. Mallika Samanta, Ms. Jaya Rozario, Mr. Pallab Malo and Mr. Ajoy Sardar. Their performance embodied the event’s theme of discipline, strength and self-belief — qualities central to both sports and womanhood.
Adding star power and elegance, Bollywood celebrity Aman Verma graced the occasion as Guest of Honour and Celebrity Anchor, captivating the audience with his charm and energy. Tollywood celebrity Darshana Banik and Neel Bhattacharya added a touch of glamour to the evening. The distinguished guest also include Dr. Andrew Fleming, Deputy High Commissioner, British Deputy High Commission, Mr. Kevin Goh, Deputy Consul General, Consulate General of Australia, Shiv Kumar Agarwala, Honorary Consulate General of Romania, Representing Team Sharanya Anita Dutta, Founder & CEO, Aneebee Entertainment and Organiser Sharanya, Soumi Dutta, Creative Director, Sharanya, Ankita Pramanik, Digital Marketing Head, Sharanya, Ranadeep Karmakar, Curator and Marketing Director, Sharanya, Neelay Sengupta, Show Choreographer and Designer, Sanjeeb Ghosh, Owner, Eastern Metropolitan Club, Neelay Sengupta, Show Choreographer & Designer, Adwitya Dutta Banik, Co-host of the event and Abhishek Singhania, Co-founder of Mediashine PR & Advertising were also present, making it a truly star-studded and prestigious evening.
Speaking about the event, Anita Dutta, Founder & CEO of Aneebee Entertainment said, “Sharanya and Aqua Divine have always been about celebrating strength, talent and individuality. This season we wanted to bring focus to women in sports — their struggles, triumphs and relentless spirit. It’s a celebration of those who dare to dream beyond limits.”
Sharanya and Aqua Divine, conceptualized by Anita Dutta and her team, is a premier fashion and talent platform dedicated to promoting empowerment and diversity through creative expression. Each season celebrates a unique theme, bridging social causes with art, beauty, and performance.
Heartfelt thank you to our esteemed sponsors and partners – Eastern Metropolitan Club, Transitics, Avenger Plywood, The Soumi’s Can Product, Artage TV, Karukrit, Enkon, Indulge, SITI Networks, 91.9 Friends FM, Zee 24 Ghanta, Firefox, Sajit Krishnan Kutty, VLCC, Abhishek Agawal, Sourav Halder, Aayushee, Prestige Realty, Sudip Mullick, Atul Aggarwal, Irony, Dr Deepali Banerjee, Chatterjee Carriers, Style Addict, Bloosm Kochhar Aroma Magic, Perfect, Mediashine PR & Advertising, Swagat Karta, Playful Venture, Image Clinic and Doctor Shiv for making this celebration of “Women in Sports – Shakti in Motion” a grand success.
Aneebee Entertainments Presents Sharanya Season 5 × Aqua Divine Season 2 In Association With Eastern Metropolitan Club And TRI Events & Entertainment
Mumbai. Dr. Krishna Chouhan has been gifting the Bhagavad Gita to people on the occasion of Shri Krishna Janmashtami. Producer, director, and social activist, Dr. Krishna Chouhan has been gifting the Bhagavad Gita on Krishna Janmashtami for the past eight years. Known as the “Award King,” Dr. Krishna Chouhan is the Founder and National President of the Krishna Chouhan Foundation (KCF). Dr. Krishna Chauhan successfully organized the Bollywood Legends Film Festival 2024 in Mumbai on August 15th, where numerous Bollywood celebrities were present.
Dr. Krishna Chouhan presented the Bhagavad Gita to several celebrities, including Surendra Pal, Deepak Parashar, Deepa Narayan Jha, Abhishek Khanna, Deepak Desai, Ramesh Goyal, Anupama, Kiran Parmar, singer NK Naresh, Vicky Nagar, and Bheru Jain.
Dr. Krishna Chouhan stated that Krishna Janmashtami holds special significance in Hinduism. This day marks the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. I have continued the tradition of gifting the Bhagavad Gita to people on the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami.
He extended his heartfelt greetings to everyone on Krishna Janmashtami and said, “May Lord Krishna shower his blessings upon you all and may you have happiness, peace, and prosperity in your lives.”
Dr. Krishna Chouhan Presented The Bhagavad Gita On Shri Krishna Janmashtami
Digifilming and Mirrro Films proudly present “Me No Pause Me Play” — India’s first Hindi feature film that dares to talk about menopause, a chapter long overlooked in both cinema and conversation. Set for release on November 28, 2025, the film shines a light on the strength, struggles, and silent stories of women who embrace life beyond change.
Starring Kamya Punjabi, Deepshikha Nagpal, Manoj Kumar Sharma, Aman Verma and Sudha Chandran, the film dives deep into the emotional and physical realities of menopause — portraying not just biological transformation, but a woman’s rediscovery of herself.
Adapted from Manoj Kumar Sharma’s acclaimed book, Me No Pause Me Play is a courageous cinematic leap that blends social relevance with heartfelt storytelling. Directed by Samar K Mukherjee, with a screenplay by Shakeel Qureshi and Manoj Kumar Sharma, and cinematography by Akram Khan, the film is as visually evocative as it is emotionally profound.
Director Samar K Mukherjee remarks, “For generations, menopause has been whispered about in secrecy. With this film, we are breaking that silence — it’s not the end of womanhood, it’s the evolution of it.”
Leading star Kamya Punjabi echoes this sentiment: “This film gives voice to millions of women who go through menopause in silence. It’s raw, real, and deeply personal — a celebration of change, not fear of it.”
The ensemble cast, including Amiee Misobbah and Aman Verma, brings diverse and authentic perspectives on womanhood, aging, and acceptance, creating a tapestry of emotion and empowerment.
By bringing menopause — a universal yet silenced experience — to the forefront of Indian cinema, Me No Pause Me Play stands as a movement for awareness, empathy, and pride. It encourages viewers to see menopause not as a pause, but as a powerful play — a new act in the theatre of life.
Me No Pause Me Play Makes History As India’s First Feature Film On Menopause Starring Kamya Punjabi
Mumbai, October 15, 2025. The muhurat of “Daanv,” the second home production of award-winning Dr. Krishna Chouhan as producer and director, took place today at Kumar Sanu’s Spice Studios in Mumbai. Produced under the banner of Krishna Chouhan Productions, the thriller film “Daav” is produced by Dr. Krishna Chouhan and Anil Singh, with co-producer Dilip Patel. It is directed by Krishna Chouhan.
A song was recorded in the voices of Deepa Narayan Jha and Tarannum Malik, with music composed by Dilip Sen and lyricist Vicky Nagar. Guests included Dilip Sen, Deepa Narayan Jha, Tarannum Malik, Ramesh Goyal, and producer Anil Singh. Praveen Wadkar, the lead actor of the film “Daanv,” was also present at the muhurat.
Producer Anil Singh is collaborating with Dr. Krishna Chouhan for the first time.
Anil Singh is very excited about this film, which is his first as a producer. He praised Dr. Krishna Chouhan and also praised Dilip Sen, Deepa Narayan Jha, and Tarannum Malik.
This will be Krishna Chouhan’s second film after Atma.com. Several celebrities were present at the muhurat ceremony of Daav.
On this occasion, producer-director Dr. Krishna Chouhan said, “I am grateful to all the guests who attended the muhurat ceremony of the thriller film Daav. More songs will be recorded soon, and we will begin shooting as soon as possible.”
All the guests congratulated producer-director Dr. Krishna Chouhan and said, “The film has a unique name. Congratulations to him. Best wishes to the entire team.” On this occasion, Dilip Sen praised the work of producer-director Dr. Krishna Chouhan.
Daanv music director is Dilip Sen, writer is Shiv Omkar, DOP is Pappu K. Shetty, publicity designer is R. Rajpal, production manager is PK Gupta, and line producer is Kunal Sidhu. The songs of the film are lyrics by Vicky Nagar, Gazi Moin and M. Prakash.
Muhurat Of Dr. Krishna Chouhan’s Film DAANV, Song Recorded In The Voices Of Deepa Narayan Jha And Tarannum Malik, Music Composed By Dilip Sen
Mumbai is set to immerse itself in the rich traditions of Urdu literature, art, and music as the Maharashtra Urdu Sahitya Academy marks its golden jubilee with a grand celebration titled Bahar-e-Urdu. The three-day cultural extravaganza, organised by the Minority Department of Maharashtra, will be held at the iconic DOME SVP Stadium, Worli, on 6th, 7th and 8th October 2025.
A Festival of Words, Melody and Heritage
The event promises to be a confluence of Urdu’s timeless charm — from thought-provoking seminars, panel discussions, and storytelling sessions, to soulful renditions of ghazals, qawwali, and sufi music. Exhibition stalls will add to the cultural mosaic, showcasing works that celebrate Urdu’s literary and artistic journey.
Each day will bring a unique mix of performances:
Day One (6th October) opens with an exhibition and inaugural ceremony, followed by a stirring Qaumi Yakjehti Geet, an Urdu theatrical drama, and a celebrity Mushaira featuring acclaimed poets. The evening crescendo’s into an awards distribution ceremony, a session with humourist Surendra Sharma, a panel on Filmon Mein Urdu with Sachin Pilgaonkar and Rumy Jafri and others, and an engaging Q&A session with Javed Akhtar and Rumy Jafri. The show will be hosted by Shekhar Suman and Ali Asgar, closing with a spirited Sufi/Qawwali night led by the legendary Sabri Brothers.
Day Two (7th October) continues the celebration with a Mushaira by young poets, an academic seminar on the Urdu language, a vibrant fashion show, and a dastangoi performance. The evening highlights include a soulful Sufi performance by Jhelum Singh, alongside the distribution of 156 awards across various categories. The day will be hosted by Priya Malik and Imtiyaz Khaleel.
Day Three (8th October) is marked by musical brilliance, featuring performances of sufi music, ghazals, and qawwali. Highlights include Mushairas, theatrical performances, and a stirring qawwali performance by Shabab Sabri. The finale will be hosted by Shekhar Suman, culminating in a grand finale by none other than Padma Shri Anup Jalota, whose ghazals have mesmerised audiences worldwide.
A Living Legacy
Urdu has always been more than a language — it is a bridge of cultures, emotions, and shared heritage. For fifty years, the Maharashtra Urdu Sahitya Academy has nurtured this legacy, encouraging poets, writers, artists, and performers to carry forward the flame. Bahar-e-Urdu is not just a celebration of the past but also a promise for the future — reaffirming the Academy’s commitment to preserve and promote Urdu’s beauty for generations to come.
Event Details
Dates: 6th, 7th, 8th October 2025
Timings: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM (6th & 7th), 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM (8th)
Venue: Dome SVP Stadium, Lala Lajpatrai Marg, Worli, Mumbai.
Bahar-e-Urdu – 50 Years of Maharashtra Urdu Sahitya Academy
Day 1 – 6th October 2025
Hosts: Shekhar Suman & Ali Asgar
Open Mic by Young Poets: Ishtiyaq Asar, Abdussamad Safi, Abid Aseer, Riaz Matnavi, Ilyas Ghazi, Syed Shakir, Shadab Hussain, Afroz Alam, Arif Inamdar, Amjad, Afsar, Tabish Akhtar, Sajid Akhtar
* Opening Performance (Qaumi Yakjehti Geet): Farkhanda, Kohinoor Music Academy
* Urdu Theatrical Drama: Mujeeb Khan (Ishq Jale To Jale Aisa), Sahil Ludhianvi
* Mushaira (Celebrity Poets): Rajesh Reddy, Ubaid Azam Azmi, Shakeel Azmi, Mehsar Afridi, Qamar Siddiqui, Shikha Awadesh
* Q&A Session: Javed Akhtar & Rumy Jafri
* Panel Discussion – Filmon main Urdu: Sachin Pilgaonkar, Rumy Jafri, Syed Qadri, moderated by Shekhar Suman
* Hasya Kavi: Surendra Sharma
* Sufi/Qawwali Night: Sabri Brothers
Day 2 – 7th October 2025
Hosts: Priya Malik & Imtiyaz Khaleel
* Mushaira by Young Poets: Kayam Shah, Ahad Saeed, Zain Lakhimpuri, Riyaz Matnavi, Afroz Alam, Syed Shakir, others
* Seminar on Urdu Language: Dr. Abdullah
* Fashion Show: Faruk Saiyed Group & Bijnoi Ji
* Dastangoi Performance: Fouziya (Meena Kumari Play)
* Sufi Night Performance: Jhelum Singh (Sufi Music)
* Awards Distribution: 156 awards across categories
Day 3 – 8th October 2025
Host: Shekhar Suman
* Open Mic by Young Poets: Sayyed Salman Abbas, Ghulam Hussain, Azhar Shah, others
* Bait Bazi (Urdu Poetry Contest): Rais High School & Jr. College, Bhiwandi
* Tamseeli Mushaira (Theatrical Mushaira): Zahid Ali
* Urdu Theatrical Drama: Iqbal Niyazi
* Mushaira by Young Poets: Kaleem Samar and others
* Qawwali Night: Shabab Shanti
* Grand Finale – Ghazals: Padma Shri Anup Jalota
Bahar-E-Urdu: Celebrating 50 Years Of Maharashtra Urdu Sahitya Academy
، کیونکہ مہاراشٹر اُردو ساہتیہ اکیڈمی اپنی گولڈن جوبلی کا شاندار جشن “بہارِ اُردو” کے طور پر منانے جا رہی ہے۔ یہ تین روزہ ثقافتی میلہ، جو مہاراشٹر کے محکمۂ اقلیتی امور کے زیر اہتمام ہے، 6، 7 اور 8 اکتوبر 2025 کو وُرلی کے مشہور ڈوم ایس وی پی اسٹیڈیم میں منعقد ہورہا ہے۔
لفظ، سُر اور ورثے کا تہوار
یہ تقریب اُردو زبان کی لازوال خوبصورتی کا حسین امتزاج ہوگی۔ اس تقریب میں فکر انگیز سمینارز، پینل ڈسکشنز اور داستان گوئی کے سیشنز سے لے کر غزل، قوالی اور صوفی موسیقی کی روح پرور محفلیں شامل ہوں گی۔ علاوہ ازیں نمائشی اسٹال اُردو کے ادبی و فنّی سفر کی جھلکیاں پیش کریں گے اور اس ثقافتی منظرنامے کو مزید خوش رنگ بنائیں گے۔
“بہار اردو” کا ہر دن اپنی خاص پہچان کا حامل ہوگا۔
پہلا دن (6 اکتوبر) کا آغاز نمائش اور افتتاحی تقریب سے ہوگا۔ اس کے بعد قومی یک جہتی گیت، اُردو تھیٹریکل ڈرامہ اور مشہور شعراء کا مشاعرہ ہوگا۔ شام کے وقت ہاسیہ کوی (مزاحیہ شاعر) سریندر شرما اپنی ظرافت سے محفل کو لطف اندوز کریں گے۔ اسی طرح “فلموں میں اردو” کے عنوان سے ایک پینل ڈسکشن ہوگا جس میں رومی جعفری، سچن پلگاؤنکر اور دیگر اہم نام شریک ہوں گے۔ پینل ڈسکشن کے بعد رومی جعفری معروف فلم و نغمہ نگار جاوید اختر کے ساتھ سوال و جواب کے سیشن کا حصہ بنیں گے۔ بہار اردو کے پہلے دن کی میزبانی شیکھر سُمن اور علی اصغر کریں گے۔ دن کا اختتام صوفی/قوالی نائٹ سے ہوگا، جس میں معروف صابری برادران اپنے فن کا مظاہرہ کریں گے۔ پہلے روز کی ایک تقریب اردو اکیڈمی کے “مرزا غالب لائف ٹائم اچیومنٹ ایوارڈ” اور “ولی دکنی ایوارڈ” اردو زبان و ادب کی منتخب شخصیات کی عزت افزائی ہوگی۔
اسی طرح دوسرے دن (7 اکتوبر) کو نوجوان شعراء کا مشاعرہ، اُردو زبان و ادب پر علمی سمینار، ایک فیشن شو اور داستان گوئی کی تقریبات منعقد ہوں گی۔ اس روز جہلم سنگھ صوفی سنگیت میں اپنے فن کا مظاہرہ کریں گی۔ اس روز 156 ایوارڈز مختلف زمروں میں تقسیم کیے جائیں گے۔ اس دن کی میزبانی پریا ملک اور امتیاز خلیل کریں گے۔
تیسرا دن (8 اکتوبر) موسیقی اور شاعری کے نام ہوگا۔ اس میں مشاعرے، تھیٹریکل ڈرامے اور شباب صابری کی قوالی شامل ہوگی۔ اس دن کی میزبانی شیکھر سُمن کریں گے اور اس دن کا اختتام پدم شری انوپ جلوٹا کی دل نشیں غزلوں سے ہوگا۔
ایک زندہ روایت
اُردو صرف ایک زبان نہیں بلکہ تہذیبوں، جذبات اور مشترکہ ورثے کا پُل ہے۔ پچاس برسوں سے مہاراشٹر اُردو ساہتیہ اکیڈمی نے اس ورثے کو پروان چڑھایا ہے اور شعراء، ادیبوں، فنکاروں اور تخلیق کاروں کو آگے بڑھنے کا موقع دیا ہے۔ بہارِ اُردو محض ماضی کا جشن نہیں بلکہ مستقبل کا عہد ہے۔ یہ اکیڈمی کی اس وابستگی کا اعلان ہے کہ اُردو زبان کی خوبصورتی آنے والی نسلوں تک قائم و دائم رہے گی۔
پروگرام کی تفصیلات
تواریخ: 6، 7 اور 8 اکتوبر 2025
وقت: 6 اور 8 اکتوبر دوپہر 3:00 بجے سے رات 10:00 بجے تک
8 اکتوبر دوپہر 2:00 بجے سے رات 9:00 بجے تک
مقام: ڈوم ایس وی پی اسٹیڈیم، لالہ لاجپت رائے مارگ، ورلی، ممبئی
بہارِ اُردو – مہاراشٹر اُردو ساہتیہ اکیڈمی کے 50 سال
پہلا دن – 6 اکتوبر 2025
میزبان: شیکھر سُمن اور علی اصغر
مرزا غالب لائف ٹائم اچیومنٹ ایوارڈ اور ولی دکنی ایوارڈ کی تقسیم
اوپن مائیک (نوجوان شعراء): اشتیاق اثر، عبدالصمد صفی، عابد اسیر، ریاض متناوی، الیاس غازی، سید شاکر، شاداب حسین، افروز عالم، عارف انعامدار، امجد، افسر، تابش اختر، ساجد اختر
افتتاحی پیشکش (قومی یکجہتی گیت): فرخندہ، کوہِ نور میوزک اکیڈمی
اُردو تھیٹریکل ڈرامہ: مجیب خان (عشق جلے تو جلے ایسا)، ساحر لدھیانوی
مشاعرہ (مشہور شعراء): راجیش ریڈی، عبید اعظم اعظمی، شکیل اعظمی، محشر افریدی، قمر صدیقی، شکھا اودھیش
سوال و جواب: رومی جعفری اور جاوید اختر
پینل ڈسکشن – فلموں میں اُردو: سچن پلگاؤنکر، رومی جعفری، سید قادری،
نظامت شیکھر سُمن
ہاسیہ کوی: سریندر شرما
صوفی/قوالی نائٹ: صابری برادرس
دوسرا دن – 7 اکتوبر 2025
میزبان: پریہ ملک اور امتیاز خلیل
مشاعرہ (نوجوان شعراء): قیام شاہ، احد سعید، زین لکھیم پوری، ریاض متناوی، افروز عالم، سید شاکر و دیگر
اُردو زبان پر سمینار: ڈاکٹر عبداللہ
فیشن شو: فاروق سید گروپ اور بجنوئی جی
داستان گوئی: فوزیہ (مینا کماری پلے)
صوفیانہ پیشکش: جہلم سنگھ
ایوارڈ تقسیم: 156 ایوارڈز مختلف زمروں میں
تیسرا دن – 8 اکتوبر 2025
میزبان: شیکھر سُمن
اوپن مائیک (نوجوان شعراء): سید سلمان عباس، غلام حسین، اظہر شاہ و دیگر
بیت بازی : رئیس ہائی اسکول و جونیئر کالج، بھیونڈی
تمثیلی مشاعرہ (تھیٹریکل مشاعرہ): زاہد علی
اُردو تھیٹریکل ڈرامہ: اقبال نیازی
مشاعرہ (نوجوان شعراء): کلیم ثمر و دیگر
قوالی نائٹ: شباب صابری
گرینڈ فینالے – غزلیں: پدم شری انوپ جَلوٹا
بہارِ اُردو: مہاراشٹر اُردو ساہتیہ اکیڈمی کا 50 سالہ جشن
