CANCELLED

Flute concert by Hiroki Okano, renowned Japanese musician and sound artist, globally recognised in the ambient and new age music scene. His music blends electronic sounds, traditional music, and world music, centred on themes of earth consciousness, cosmic consciousness, and prayer.

Okano’s music offers a unique and immersive soundscape, providing audiences with a one-of-a-kind experience. Through his music, Okano aims to help audiences feel the healing power of music, connect deeply with life and nature, and spread the message of peace and harmony

(Collaboration: The Japan Foundation, New Delhi)

# MOG!

(120 minutes; 2023, Konkani with English subtitles)

Director: Jojo D'Souza

NRI chef Lionel (Bharath) returns to Goa to sell his estranged father’s café. A fiery misunderstanding leads him to Celina (Nakshatra Medhekar), a bubbly baker’s daughter. As their love story unfolds, a long-buried secret from Celina’s father threatens to unravel everything. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Goa, MOG! is a stirring tale of love, silence, and redemption.

(Collaboration: Goenkarancho Ekvot)

Mogacho Korar

(120 minutes, 2025, Konkani with English Subtitles)

Director: Silverio Cardoza

Mogacho Korar" is a Konkani phrase that translates to "Love's Promise" or "Pact of Love". It's also, the title of a Konkani film directed by Victor, which explores family relationships, particularly between a daughter-in-law and mother-in-law, and emphasizes the importance of building harmonious relationships and staying united. The film aims to convey the message that love and unity is essential for a happy family life, especially in challenging times.

(Collaboration: Goenkarancho Ekvot)

A festival of feature and documentary films organised in collaboration with Goenkarancho Ekvot

Inauguration

Followed by Film Screening

Pedru Poder

(115 minutes,2020, Konkani with English Subtitles)

Director: Jojo D'Souza

A light-hearted yet realistic romantic comedy that delves into the life of Pedru, a traditional Goan baker (Poder) who aspires to break free from his humble origins and achieve wealth. He forms a bond with Daisy, a wealthy girl who cherishes simplicity. However, Daisy is also promised to her childhood friend, the affluent model Donald. The narrative explores themes of ambition, love, friendship, trust, honesty, and deception, culminating in a story that is both entertaining and morally enriching

Manipuri Recital

By Shrobana Mitra Das from Kolkata, disciple of Guru Priti Patel

At 19:00

Kuchipudi Recital

By Washim Raja from Delhi, disciple of Guru Vanashree Rao

Bharatanatyam Recital

By Sujatha Ramanathan from Mumbai, disciple of Padmashri Guru Adayar K Lakshman, Guru Lata Raman and Sujatha Mohan

At 19:00

Kathak Recital

By Shipra Joshi from Delhi, disciple of Guru Prerana Shrimali

Accompanists: Karan Gangani (Padhant), Vijay Parihar (Vocals and harmonium ) Parminder Singh (Tabla) & Fateh Ali Khan (Sitar)

Dance Choreography by Dr Uma Sharma, a renowned Kathak exponent and Padma Bhushan awardee.

Accompanists: Gayan: Madho Prasad, Flute: Vinay Prasanna, Sitar: Khalid Mustafa, Padhant: Yograj Panwar and Compere: Sadhna Shrivastav

(Collaboration: Uma Sharma School of Dance and Music – Bharatiya Sangeet Sadan)

The Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) faces urgent threats from climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss. Regional cooperation, led by India’s soft diplomacy and ICIMOD’s apolitical role, is crucial to secure a resilient, greener, and safer future.

Speaker: Dr. Pema Gyamtsho, Director General of ICIMOD, former Minister of Agriculture and Forests (2008–2013), and former Member of Parliament, Royal Government of Bhutan

Chair: Dr. Shailesh Nayak, Director, National Institute of Advanced Studies, Indian scientist and Life Trustee, IIC

(55 minutes)

Director: Alexander Kronemer

Nominated for an Emmy Award in Outstanding Lighting Director and Scenic Design by the 39^th Annual News and Documentary Emmy Awards.

It is a powerful historical docudrama set during the Crusades. It tells the remarkable true story of Saint Francis of Assisi, who bravely crossed enemy lines to meet Sultan Muhammad Al-Kamil of Egypt. Their courageous encounter fostered mutual respect and planted the seeds of peace between Muslims and Christians in a time of brutal conflict. 

(Collaboration: Foundation for Universal Responsibility of His Holiness The Dalai Lama)

A talk by Guest of Honour Brigadier Ashok Abbey (retd), India’s best known Himalayan mountaineer

Followed by a short Film directed by Dr. Shankar Barua, a distinguished scholar-practitioner, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and start-up mentor

Winner of Best Animated short film in the Makizmithran Film Festival and Indian Independent Film festival.

Followed by a musical evening

Celebrating the Rains

By Minu Bakshi, a renowned Indian poet, classical singer, academic, and cultural ambassador whose distinguished career spans over four decades.

(Collaboration: The Mountain Climate Trust)