Literary Arts: The World of Words
From the timeless verses of Urdu poetry to the cinematic adaptation of Shakespeare, explore the magic of language and storytelling. Whether you are decoding a ghazal or analyzing a screenplay, find your voice here.
What connects a 17th-century Scottish tragedy to Mumbai’s underworld? Our 'Macbeth x Maqbool' workshop explores how timeless themes of ambition and guilt are reimagined in contemporary cinema.
"It was so fun because I loved literature." Hear from participants of our 'Macbeth meets Maqbool' workshop, who rediscovered their love for Shakespeare through this unique and enriching session.
See how the iconic characters of Macbeth were recast in Vishal Bhardwaj's Maqbool. This is a core part of our workshop, analyzing the brilliant adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy to an Indian context.
Our workshop delves into the parallel themes that connect Macbeth and Maqbool. We explore how ambition, guilt, betrayal, and prophecy are translated from a Scottish kingdom to the Mumbai mafia.
Shakespeare's Macbeth: A king's murder, a prophecy fulfilled, and a mind consumed by ambition and guilt. We unpack the original tragedy to better understand its powerful cinematic adaptation.
In 2003, Shakespeare moved to Mumbai. The crown remains the same, the kingdom is the mafia. This is the premise of our deep dive into Vishal Bhardwaj's masterpiece, Maqbool.
Why compare them? Because Shakespeare is timeless, and Bhardwaj makes him ours. This comparison reveals how universal human struggles like ambition and betrayal never grow old.
Based on your reading habits, which Shakespeare play are you? We love making literature fun and relatable.
Are you a Hamlet? If you love dark academia and morally grey characters, you might be. We explore different Shakespearean archetypes in our workshops.
Or perhaps a Macbeth? If you're drawn to villain origin stories and revenge arcs, this tragedy might be your vibe.
About Literary Arts: The World of Words
Think of these sessions as a baithak (gathering) rather than a lecture hall. We don't just read Shakespeare or Urdu classics; we unpack the tehzeeb (culture) behind them, connecting a 17th-century tragedy to Mumbai’s underworld or finding our own stories within a ghazal. Come with an open mind and leave with a new lens for everyday life.
Our literary arts program is designed to break down the walls between high-brow literature and daily conversation. We believe that art is a rozmarra ki zindagi (everyday life) experience, not something kept behind glass.
Shakespeare Beyond the Text
We take Shakespeare out of the dusty library and into the local context. In our 'Macbeth x Maqbool' workshops, we analyze how Vishal Bhardwaj translated ambition, guilt, and the pursuit of power from a Scottish kingdom to the Mumbai mafia. It is about understanding the human condition through character archetypes and storytelling that feels immediate and relevant to our city.
The Art of Urdu Adab
Led by Alleyah Asghar, these sessions are dedicated to the depth and delicacy of the Urdu language. Whether we are exploring the theme of Fursat (leisure), Intezaar (waiting), or Dosti (friendship), the goal is to listen closer and feel deeper.
We bridge the gap between classical ghazals, modern nazms, and even the lyrical poetry found in Hindi cinema.
- Baithak Format: Seating is informal, designed to encourage dialogue.
- Interactive Discussion: These are not lectures; they are moderated exchanges where your perspective on a poem matters as much as the text itself.
- Accessible Context: You do not need to be an expert in Urdu or Shakespeare to join. We provide all the context and handouts needed to engage fully.
Whether you are a reader, a budding writer, or just someone who enjoys a good story, there is a place for you in our circle.
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