TL;DR: The 14th Hyderabad Literature Festival was a blast, with 15,000 peeps vibing to lit talks, choco meditations, and climate chats. Author Amish Tripathi spilled the tea on his latest book, and new streams like Climate Conversations and Indigenous Languages stole the show.
Hey fam! Guess what? The Hyderabad Literature Festival 2024 just wrapped up, and it was nothing short of epic! Held at the swanky Sattva Knowledge City, the fest saw around 15,000 lit enthusiasts from all walks of life.
Star-Studded Lineup 🌟
The fest kicked off with a bang as the Drama Association of the Deaf hoisted the flag and belted out the national anthem. The main highlight? Author Amish Tripathi, who dished on his new book, 'Unearthing the Power of Murti Puja'. He also dropped a bombshell: the fifth book in the Ramachandra series is on its way and will merge with the Shiva trilogy! Talk about a crossover!
Choco Bliss 🍫🧘♂️
Ever heard of chocolate meditation? Chaitanya Muppala, the brain behind Manam Chocolates, led a session where attendees savored chocolates mindfully. The mantra: observe, smell, and let it melt. A sensory delight that left everyone craving for more!
Climate Chats 🌍💬
This year, the fest introduced 'Climate Conversations'. A panel discussed 'Imagining an Alternative World: Curiosity, Compassion, and the Planet'. Rohan Chakravarty shared insights from the COP28 conference, highlighting unexpected links between personal issues and climate change. Eye-opening stuff!
Honoring Indigenous Languages 🗣️📖
The fest also shone a spotlight on Indigenous and Endangered Languages. Discussions emphasized the importance of preserving ancient tongues in our modern world. A beautiful reminder of our rich linguistic heritage.
More Than Just Books 🎭🎶
Beyond the talks, the fest buzzed with book stalls, art exhibitions, film screenings, and workshops. Evenings were lit with performances by bands like Parvaaz, who rocked the stage with their unique blend of psychedelic rock and folk.
Looking Ahead 🔮📅
The next two days promise even more excitement with authors like Gurcharan Das, Meena Kandasamy, and MP Shashi Tharoor set to grace the stage. Workshops, film screenings, and cultural performances are lined up to keep the vibes high.
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