Shaam-e-Rekhta: A Celebration of Urdu Poetry & Culture in Mumbai

We are thrilled to announce the second edition of Shaam-e-Rekhta, a magical evening dedicated to the rich heritage of Urdu poetry and culture, returning to Mumbai. Hosted by the Rekhta Foundation and generously supported by the Harish Bina Shah Foundation, this event promises an unforgettable experience of dance, music, poetry recitations, and performances by renowned artists.

Shaam-e-Rekhta Mumbai

September 21 – Jamshed Bhabha Theatre, NCPA, Nariman Point

Programme Schedule – 21st September

1) 5:30 PM Onwards 

REKHTA MUSHAIRA

An evening of Urdu poetry, where celebrated poets will come together to present verses that echo love, longing, and life.

2) 7:30 PM Onwards 

RANG AUR NOOR - 

Urdu Shairo’n Ke Filmi Shahkaar

A Rekhta Show.

Written and Directed by Huma Khalil.

( Shinjini Kulkarni, Amrish Mishra, Supriya Joshi, Sarvesh Mishra, Yamika Mahesh, Shruti Mishra and others) 

Synopsis of ‘Rang Aur Noor’

Written and Directed by Huma Khalil ( Creative Director of Rekhta Foundation)

‘Rang Aur Noor’ is a vibrant, two-hour extravaganza that promises to captivate the audience with a blend of dance, live singing, music and a compelling audiovisual journey through the golden era of Urdu poets who wrote those eternal lyrics.

The show aims to take the audience down memory lane, highlighting the invaluable role these poets have played in shaping the music and lyrics that define Bollywood's cinematic history.