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Hyderabad:The official trailer of the upcoming web series Kundanbagh – Ek Anhoki Kahani was launched at the Media Plus Auditorium, marking the formal unveiling of a new horror-suspense-comedy offering by a Hyderabadi team for digital audiences. Kundanbagh – Ek Anhoki Kahani is a genre-blending web series that combines horror, suspense, …

Hyderabad, December 1:  A segment on Nizam’s-era clothing traditions was presented by fashion curator Shafeeq ur Rahman at the Times Fashion show held in the city on Sunday afternoon. The showcase brought attention to garments and textile practices associated with Hyderabad’s historic court culture, interpreted for a contemporary runway. The …

Khaled Shahbaaz On a short, two-day maiden visit to Hyderabad, actor Junaid Khan, Aamir Khan’s son, but very much his own person, slipped quietly and effortlessly into the 20-year celebrations of the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival. He spent more time beneath the stage lights than under the wide Hyderabadi …

The seemingly inescapable rural–urban fault lines have resurfaced once again in B. Narsing Rao’s Matti Manushulu at the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival, where the National Award-winning film was screened as part of the festival’s 20th year celebrations. More than three decades after its release, the film’s unflinching portrayal of …

Hyderabad, November 8: The landmark 20th edition of the prestigious Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival opened to a full house with Outhouse, a heartwarming and humorous film featuring the legendary Sharmila Tagore as Adima Roy-Phatak and veteran actor Dr. Mohan Agashe as Nana Modak. Following the screening, Senior Bureaucrat Ajay …

Featuring Sharmila Tagore and Dr. Mohan Agashe, marking the festival’s 20th year of celebrating theatre and life Hyderabad, November 8: The 20th edition of Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival opened with Outhouse, a heartwarming and humorous film featuring the legendary Sharmila Tagore as Adima Roy-Phatak and veteran actor Dr. Mohan …

Hyderabad, November 2025: Tn The Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival 2025, presented in association with Telangana Tourism and GHMC, returns this November with an inspiring blend of plays, film screenings, and workshops that celebrate the finest voices of Indian and international theatre curated by Padma Shri Mohammad Ali Baig. Inaugurated …

Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Foundation’s popular series ‘Remembering Razia Baig’ presented multiple national award-winning actress Suhasini Maniratnam in conversation with celebrated theatre revivalist Mohammad Ali Baig talking about women’s role and conviction in cinema and theatre at Radisson Blu Plaza. The large turnout were treated to insights from an actress …

20 years ago, social media was barely the ubiquitous thing it is today, and entertainment was confined to radio and sporadic TV programs, constrained by the technology of the time. People had very limited ways of consuming entertainment. Fast forward two decades, and we are now surrounded by a colorful …

Remembering Razia Baig Series honours their contributions The Remembering Razia Baig series continued its journey of celebrating the performing arts with a soul-stirring tribute to Bollywood legends Dev Anand, Chetan Anand, and Vijay Anand. Hosted at Radisson Blu Plaza, Hyderabad, the evening featured a special audio-visual presentation by actress-director Sohaila …

Hyderabad is set to witness a nostalgic and star-studded evening as the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Foundation presents Anand Hi Anand, a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Bollywood actor Dev Anand. Scheduled for February 28th at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Banjara Hills, this unique program promises an engaging audio-visual journey …

Hyderabad, January 20: As the velvet calm of a star hotel settled over the gathering, there was an unmistakable energy in the air. It wasn’t just another event – this was a night to celebrate unsung heroines, to honor those whose quiet strength had shaped the arts in ways that …

Hyderabad, November 7, 2024: Renowned singer and actress Ila Arun is set to grace the stage at the 19th edition of the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival, where she will showcase her versatile talents in a special performance titled ‘Miracle on Matunga Street’. The festival, which kicked off on November …

Hyderabad, November 6: Telangana Governor Shri Jishnu Dev Varma inaugurated the 19th edition of the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival on Wednesday at Hyderabad’s historic Taramati Baradari Cultural Complex. Opening the ceremony, the Governor commended the festival’s remarkable influence on Hyderabad’s theatre culture over the past two decades, stating, “This …

Hyderabad, Nov 6: The Governor of Telangana, Mr. Jishnu Dev Varma, paid glowing tributes to the late theatre icon Qadir Ali Baig on the 40th anniversary of his passing. The governor was the Chief Guest at the premiere of “Sunset Sunrise”, held at the Novotel HICC in Hyderabad, as part …

This November, the stage is set for the 19th edition of the Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Festival, a celebration of meaningful theatre that has been held for the past 18 years. It is organized by Qadir Ali Baig Theatre Foundation. Scheduled from November 6th to 11th, this year’s festival takes …

The “Sunset Sunrise” is a poignant exploration of the evolving dynamics between parents and their children, framed through the lens of a mother and her NRI son. The play delves into the subtle yet powerful changes that occur when children leave their homeland for foreign shores, seeking higher education and …

In Hyderabad to attend the centenary celebrations of Hyderabad Public School, renowned Ghazal Singer Talat Aziz, an alumni of the 1972 batch, cast a nostalgic spell on the audience. He performed classic renditions such as “Aaj Jaane Ki Zidd Na Karo.” This was his third visit to the school in …

In the captivating world of gemstones, few have captured the human imagination quite like the Kohinoor Diamond. Its luminous beauty and storied history have not only made it a treasured jewel but a cultural icon that has left an indelible mark on art, literature, and, notably, the world of pop culture. Journey …

Even though Hollywood is the oldest and most grossing film industry in the world at over 2.4 billion viewers, the Indian film industry leads in viewership with a staggering 3.6 billion viewers. Yet, the diversity and colossal variety of films produced in India have confined representation in Oscar awards. As …

C.I.D., one of India’s most loved and longest running TV series aired on Sony Television, unfolds the secret behind the team’s unprecedented 19-year long successful stint on the show and the journey from the silver screen to the hearts of millions. Here are excerpts from the interview with Director-Producer B.P.Singh …

Jeddah: Community, Cultural and Cricket Excellence Association (CCCA) have been formed by few members of expatriate community of Jeddah. With the launching ceremony they gave a brief introduction and announced and felicitated their awards for the first year at a local restaurant here in Jeddah. Distinguished guests and representatives of …