Co-presented by Rekhta Foundation & Harish & Bina Shah Foundation
Prestige Centre For Performing Arts, Bengaluru
Ek Mulaqaat
Ek Mulaqat is a poignant, critically acclaimed Hindi-Urdu theatrical play that explores the unrequited love story between the legendary poets Sahir Ludhianvi and Amrita Pritam.
The production features actor Shekhar Suman in the role of the famous poet and lyricist Sahir Ludhianvi, while Geetika Tyagi (and previously Deepti Naval in earlier iterations) portrays the eminent Punjabi author and poet Amrita Pritam.
Written by Summana Ahmed and Saif Hyder Hasan
Designed and Directed by Saif Hyder Hasan
Rang aur Noor
Rang aur Noor is a vibrant, two-hour spectacle that promises to captivate the audience with a unique blend of dance, live singing, music and storytelling.
The show takes the audience on a compelling audiovisual journey through the golden era of Urdu poets, who wrote these timeless lyrics that continue to inspire and complement all our moods even today.
The show aims to highlight the invaluable role these poets have played in shaping the music and lyrics that define Bollywood's cinematic history, taking the audience on a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
For the first time ever, Rekhta is coming to Bengaluru with Shaam-e-Rekhta, an intimate cultural evening celebrating poetry, music, theatre, storytelling, and live artistic expression through performances by renowned artists and performers. Curated by the Rekhta Foundation, the experience brings together language, culture, and music in a thoughtfully designed live setting.
The World's Largest Urdu Festival
An evening of wonderful artforms and genres of Urdu literature
A gathering where Urdu poets recite their poetry before a live audience.
An oral storytelling tradition of tales of love, magic and adventure.
Devotional music that builds through powerful voices, rhythm and spiritual poetry.
Soulful musical renditions of poetry rooted in Sufi thought and devotion.
Dance & drama inspired by the lives, ideas and enduring works of Urdu’s great figures.
Musical renditions of ghazals that explore themes of love, longing and passion.
From Rekhta's global events
Shaam-e-Rekhta Bengaluru will take place on Sunday, 9 August 2026, at the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts. The event begins at 5:00 PM and runs for approximately 4 hours. We recommend arriving at least 30 minutes before the show begins.
Not at all. The performances combine music, theatre, storytelling, and visuals, making them enjoyable for everyone. The evening features a blend of Urdu and Hindi, with a format designed to appeal to both enthusiasts and first-time audiences.
Tickets are available exclusively on BookMyShow. You can choose your preferred seating category while booking, subject to availability.
Yes, the Prestige Centre for Performing Arts offers convenient parking options for attendees. Please check the venue website or the event details for specific parking information.
Yes. Shaam-e-Rekhta is a family-friendly event, and children are welcome to attend when accompanied by an adult.
