ABUNDANCE ABOARD
Innishari Newsletter
Abundance is aboard! Innishari now boasts a space of its own, pulsating with experiences that nourish the soul. Immerse yourself in the arts – be it music that elevates, dance that liberates, or literature that sparks conversation. Delve into transformative ideas through talks on science, technology, and philosophy. Or, seek inner peace in our meditative haven, perfect for yoga and holistic wellness workshops.
The last 12 months have been a whirlwind of vibrant energy. We've hosted inspiring performances, curated impactful talks, and witnessed transformative musical evenings. It's heartwarming to see Innishari Studio flourish, finding its rightful place in Pune's vibrant landscape, where Bhakti and Shakti converge effortlessly.
Join us on this beautiful journey. Click here to discover upcoming events and become part of our growing community.
Literature Jam | Sahitya Manthan
Innishari collaborated with “Sahitya Manthan" to rediscover the rich landscape of Hindustani literature through talks and interactive discussions. The readings are done by Namita ‘Prakash‘ and Prashant Katyayan, who despite their busy work schedule, read, research and bring for us a curated presentation dedicated to a specific author every month.
It was heartening to see the enthusiasm in audience participation in all the sessions. We are excited to be a part of this literary journey!
Literature Jam | Mushaira
Our memorable Mushaira evening in May and in August at Innishari was a true celebration of poetry and connection. The poets captivated us with their profound yet relatable verses and soulful recitations, filling the atmosphere with emotion and reflection.
The evening fostered a deep connection
between the audience and poets, resulting in a beautiful exchange of thoughts and feelings. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who attended and made this event truly special.
Children’s Film Festival | Jadui Pankh
Innishari curated a Childrens’ Film Festival with expert interactions. ‘’Jadui Pankh’, included a collection of regional and international award winning children cinema. The films included ‘Killa’ (Marathi), Jadui Pankh (a collection of 7 films in Hindi), ‘Sing’ (Hungarian), ‘’Udaan (Hindi), ‘Elizabeth Ekadashi’ (Martahi) and ‘The Blue Umbrella’ (Hindi). Each of the films were chosen for their exceptional storyline, screenplay, videography and editing. The highlight was the expert interaction with renowned film editor Suchitra Sathe (of Gabhricha Paus, Ringan, Dhappa etc). She answered all our questions regarding film making, editing and also how to get into these professions. Here are the glimpses.
Film Festival | UGIFF Underground International Film Festival
The Underground International Film Festival (UGIFF) was a cinematic journey unlike any other at Innishari Studio, bringing together short films from across the globe to celebrate creativity and storytelling. From zero-budget productions to AI-generated masterpieces, the festival offered a captivating showcase of innovative filmmaking.
Attendees explored a spectrum of genres, including horror, sci-fi, experimental, fantasy, comedies, thrillers, and musicals. Each film provided a unique interpretation of the festival's intriguing theme: 'Underground.'
The festival wasn’t just about films; it was an experience. Audiences engaged with diverse perspectives, fresh ideas, and groundbreaking techniques, all while immersing themselves in the magic of storytelling.
Missed last year’s festival? Stay tuned for upcoming events and join us next time to uncover more untold stories from the underground world of cinema! Here are the glimpses.
Film Festival | ALT EFF - All Things Living Environmental Film Festival
At Innishari Studio, we had the privilege of hosting ALT EFF – All Things Environmental Film Festival and experiencing remarkable cinema addressing climate change and its urgent realities. These films offered a closer connection to nature and illuminated perspectives often overlooked.
A standout moment was the interaction with filmmaker Hadley Austin, whose environmental activism journey began at just 17. Her film, Demon Mineral, powerfully depicted the fight against uranium mining's devastating impact on indigenous communities. The film’s poignant portrayal of life in the radioactive Navajo Reservation highlighted the resilience of indigenous scientists, elders, and activists working tirelessly to protect their land.
Equally captivating were Stenzin Tankong’s Last Days of Summer and Jack Cooper Stimpson’s Spirit of Place. Their simplicity and compelling storytelling added depth to the evening’s cinematic experience.
This event reminded us of storytelling's transformative power to ignite change and connect us to critical causes.
Music Events | with Kinara Academy | Arpan, Tan Tarangam
The first offering at the studio was a 5-day immersive and experiential introductory course on Hindustani Classical Music conducted by vocalist Kirandeep Pruthi. What better way to initiate a space than the sound of music! Kiran’s intent was to break down the perceived complexity of this form to make it enjoyable and relatable to the participants. The sessions were a mix of serious ’must know’ foundational theoretical aspects, understanding patterns and making connections to popular songs, not to mention a hands-on experience with the harmonium and tanpura. Overall, a wonderful course to spark the love for Hindustani music!
The students of Tan Tarangam, the renowned Music Academy, curated heart rendering performances to pay tribute to their beloved Guru Late Smt. Anita De. An auspicous moment for Innishari to be the venue for this curation. We know that wherever aunty, as we all lovingly call her, is, her love and blessings are continuously being showered upon us. Thank you Tan Tarangam for the opportunity to be a part of this wonderful music family.
Music Events | Awaze Khushe Sehtar | Surbahar
A melange of extraordinary and immersive performances by global artists and instrumentalists was the gift of abundance through the year. From the Indian Tabla and the Surbahar to the Iranian Sehtar, the space echoed with these divine sounds and it was a privilege to host these performers and their equally knowledgeable audience at Innishari Studio. In Awaze Khushe Sehtar, a unique play of time and melody along with impromptu improvisations left the audience spellbound. Both Akshay Jadhav and Saleh Mirsaeedi were at their best and it was a treat watching them in their musical conversation.
We are privileged to have hosted the first public recital of Korean musician and instrumentalist Wonseok, a student of Pt. Pushpraj Koshti. Wonseok performed in Dhrupad style on the Surbahar.
The studio was graced by renowned exponents of music like Dhrupad guru Sri Milind Nafday and that was a huge blessing for us.
Music Events | Barahmasi | Raga Reprise
Barahmasi was an interactive musical presentation of semi classical genres sung throughout the year in India. An enchanting curation of thumri, dadra, tappa, chaiti, kajri, hori, jhoola, ghazal, bhajan and beautiful Malwi folk tunes were set free by the mother-daughter duo - Smt Kanakshree Bhatt and Savni Bhatt.
And we finally had the gifted Mandar Karanjkar grace our studio with his heart rendering Khayal compositions and vocals at Raga Reprise. It was a unique concert with captivating interludes aimed at deepening our listening journey.
Music Events | Mehfil-e-Pune
Mehfil-e-Pune is a vibrant community of Singers (Taansens) and listeners (Kaansens) in equal numbers. This group was formed by ex-BARC scientist and BITS Pilani alumnus, Mr Atul Mishra
with a group of like minded alumnii. In no time, this group expanded to include all music lovers and has literally become a movement!
Innishari is privileged to host these quarterly mehfils at the studio. The uniqueness of these Mehfils is that the songs sung need to be all recorded before 1985. The energy is always at the peak and each time we discover emerging talent and older than old golden gems of yesteryears!
Workshops | Storytelling for kids | Once Upon a Workshop | Storytelling for adults
TALESPIN was an immersive experience for all of us—both, the tellers and the listeners. Here are some glimpses for you.
“Innishari’s abundance ambassador Vartika Gupta, a psychologist and Arts-based therapy practitioner facilitated a storytelling session for children, a storytelling session for adults, and a 3-day long intensive storytelling workshop for adults.
The session unlocked a sea of imagination for young storytellers, equipping them with techniques to dive deep, explore nuances, and craft their own unique endings. In children's words, it was “smooth", "fun", "creative", "interesting", "engaging", and "full of imaginations" and we were glad to have mothers join us for the session too.
The adult’s storytelling session was truly intriguing to see how everyone had a story to tell and a desire to be heard. The session brought out raw, authentic emotions, and opened the floor for sharing. Every story shared resonated with our audience.
‘Once upon a Workshop’ was an intense experiential program for educators encompassing all the ingredients, the psychology as well as the drama and movement involved in this art. The discussion also focused on the changing needs of students and the importance of context. The importance of storytelling in the corporate environment, in making presentations, the tools and techniques for it, were also discussed. It was amazing to see the participants immerse, create and perform with flair by the end of the program.
We are grateful to all who joined us—it was a memorable experience that reminded us of the power of storytelling.
Workshops | Embodied Expressions | Awareness through Movement
Diya Khurdiya made her debut in Pune with her dance workshop- Embodied Expressions- focusing on mindful body movement. The characteristics of 4 elements- earth, fire, water, and air were used to define the different movements in a flowy, yet controlled manner.
Through these creative dance movements, attendees explored their inner and outer energy, discovering new techniques to enhance focus and productivity. Diya's thoughtful design and skilled facilitation made the workshop a memorable experience, leaving everyone with valuable tools for personal growth.
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We hope you enjoyed reading the newsletter! Do reach out to us if you have an idea and would like to explore partnering with us :) Do take a look at our website- www.innishari.com for more information and updates on our events.
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