People, Places, and Pilgrimages
Colombo Public LibraryWilliam Dalrymple, introduced by Angeline Ondaatjie
William Dalrymple, introduced by Angeline Ondaatjie
In this session, Mihiri Wikramanayake and Sunela Jayawardane share hilarious mishaps, unexpected encounters, and the thrill of capturing journeys on paper.
Shrayana Bhattacharya in conversation with Murtaza Jafferjee, Delve into Shrayana Bhattacharya’s Desperately Seeking Shah Rukh, highlighting how women navigate desires through fandom
Ratna Pathak Shah in conversation with Jerry Pinto , Celebrating the extraordinary talent of Ratna Pathak Shah with a focus on some of her iconic roles in Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai, Dhak Dhak, Happy Family, and Lipstick Under My Burkha
Suli Breaks in conversation with Julia Wheeler
Lal Medawattegedara and Kiran Desai engage in a dynamic conversation exploring the power of language and its ethical responsibilities.
Andrew Sean Greer in conversation with Molly Roden Winter, Andrew Sean Greer explores the concept of an unconventional hero in literature, with a focus on Arthur Less as an unconventional protagonist.
Ratna Pathak Shah, Naseeruddin Shah, Dinara Punchihewa, Nimmi Harasgama, Rehan Mudannayake, Ruwanthie de Chickera This roundtable brings acclaimed actors and theatre artists together to explore the darker side of
cinema and theatre
Pranay Lal in conversation with Vinod Malwatte, Explore the intricate interplay between nature and human history in the Indian subcontinent, drawing insights from Pranay Lal’s Invisible Empire.
A thoughtful discussion that highlights the key themes from Razeen Sally's travel memoir, Return to Sri Lanka. This session will explore how Sally's journeys illuminate broader themes of national recovery and the crucial role of individual experiences in shaping a larger narrative.
In this session, Naseeruddin Shah will reflect on his experience working with legends of the past and the rising stars of today
Neil MacGregor in conversation with Pramod Kumar KG, Explore Neil MacGregor's distinguished career as a curator and historian that has revolutionised the museum landscape worldwide.