HUM FEST 2019
HUM FEST 2019 Is Going to be held in Mumbai, India’s premiere literature and cultural event. The event will be organized by HUM Fest. It's a 3 days Fest at Mumbai . “HUM FEST 2019” brings together 3 streams of literature and Cultures HINDI, URDU & MARATHI in a unique and extravagant amalgamation of delight. It is a curated event that features poetry, Fashion, seminars, discussions, contests, food festival, book fair and performances (Singing & Dance ). HUM FEST Mumbai seamlessly merges aspiring, emerging and award winning talent together in a united show of excellence.
We are going to become a stepping platform to many aspiring poets, writers, singers, artists and students to go one step closer to achieve their dreams and we take this responsibility very seriously. Being committed to this cause of promoting and building talent.
ABOUT OUR SUPPORTING GEMS
Mr.Sachin Pilgaonkar often known by his first name Sachin, is an Indian film and television actor, director, singer and producer.Starting as a footballer in the Marathi film, Ha Majha Marg Ekla (1962),he went on to act in around 65 films as a child artist, before switching to adult roles, and giving hits like Geet Gaata Chal (1975),Balika Badhu(1976), Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se (1978) and Nadiya Ke Paar (1982) as a lead actor. He has worked in Hindi, Marathi and also in Bhojpuri cinema, and has acted, produced and directed successful comedy shows on Indian television, including Tu Tu Main Main (2000) and Kadvee Khatti Meethi. Besides that, he also directed several hit Marathi films starting with Mai Baap (1982), Navri Mile Navryala (1984), Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi(1988), Amchyasarkhe Aamich (1990) and Navra Mazha Navsacha(2004).
Mr.Sachin Pilgaonkar
Mr. Salim Arif
Salim Arif is an alumnus of the National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi. In theatre, he has several production oriented workshops to his credit in a number of places in India. He was awarded an NSD fellowship to work on the subject of Interaction between Traditional and contemporary Indian theatre with reference to the works of Habib Tanvir, B.V.Karanth, Ratan Thiyam and K.N.Panikker.
Innovative in approach , exploring new contents for staging, his Taj Mahal Ka Tender, Kaifi Saab, Ghalibnaama, Kharaashein, Peele Patton Ka Ban , Dil Chahta Hai , Shyam Rang, Agar Aur Magar, Bayaane Ghalib, Rakt Kalyan, Parwaaze Bayaan Aur, Kachche Lamhe and Aapki Soniya have made him one of the most popular directors of the Hindi theatre scene in India.
Aap Ki Sonia has been performed extensively in India and abroad while Kharaashein and Ghalibnaama were showcased by the Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan, New York at the Lincoln Center, NY in 2004. Some other important plays designed by him are Ismat Apa Ke Naam, Shyam Rang, Mrigtrishna, Jisne Lahore Nahin Vekhya and Madhyamvyayoga.
He has been a Theatre Critic for Mid-Day, New Delhi and has written articles and reviews for the Free Press Journal, Mumbai on Theatre and films and is currently a regular contributor to Hardnews, a magazine published from New Delhi since 2003.
He made his mark as a Designer of substance with Shyam Benegal’s Bharat Ek Khoj, Gulzar’s Mirza Ghalib, Dr.Chandraprakash Dwedi’s Chanakya and Nirja Guleri’s Chandrakanta.
His important films as a designer are Ketan Mehta’s Sardar Patel, Gulzar’s Maachis & Hu-Tu-Tu , Govind Nihalani’s Takshak and Anil Sharma’s Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo. He has been a consultant for period details in Anil Sharma’s Gadar and Mani Ratnam’s Guru. He was commissioned by Encyclopaedia Britannica (India) to do an appraisal on Costumes in Hindi Cinema titled The Essence and Fabric for Encyclopaedia of Hindi Cinema published in 2003.
He is a recipient of the prestigious Bhartendu Harishchandra Award of the U.P.Hindi Urdu Adab Society for his contribution in putting literary works on stage.
Danish Javed, Writer of Zee TV show, Ishq Subhan Allah, is very happy at the initial success this Muslim social is getting. The Zee TV show is produced by Creative Eye.
Says he, “Any project works only if it is a team effort. Here, we have a complete package of good writing, acting, direction and costumes, etc.”
Danish, who has been a known TV writer for years (Tu Naseeb Hai Kisi Aur Ka, Nargis, Hawaian), further clears the air that his show is not based on triple talaaq. “Rather, it is a love story of two Muslim individuals, Zoya (Eisha Singh) and Kabir (Adnan Khan), who have different value systems. Sadly, we have taken many things as religion, when, in effect, they have no connection whatsoever to religion. We don’t want to hurt anybody’s religious sentiments. We respect all religions.”
Coming to instant triple talaaq, he says, “Zoya is right in saying that this practice of divorce is not mentioned in the Quran. Our team of scholars has vetted this. Instant talaaq is an Islamic divorce practice which is least preferred and should be avoided. Ideally, Islam does not favor divorce and always advocates reconciliation. We don’t want to be part of any controversy.”
Can we see mention of triple talaaq in the show, down the road? “How can we tell you the story? As far as Zara being a feminist is concerned, she has every right to defend her ilk. Point to be noted is that she is not against men. Plus, she makes it very clear that Islam gives women freedom and equality with men.”
He also assures fans that they have a strong story which will not deviate for at least a year, even in the wake of TRP pulls and pressures.
What do you feel about Muslim socials? “They have always worked in India, be it in films or on TV. Our first talkie, Aalam Ara, also had a Muslim backdrop. Even TV has such huge Muslim socials, a prime example being Qabool Hai. Our sizeable Muslim community ensures no shortage of good concepts.”
Mr. Danish Javed
Mrs.Dipti Misra
Dipti Misra (As a Shayara she tasted her success in her very first Mushaiyra and was welcomed with open arm in Urdu Literary World. From there, there was no looking back for her. Her Books got published, Gulam Ali cut an Album where all songs were written by her and she went on representing India, abroad in Mushayaras.)
But she was firmly established as Shayara In her first Mushaiyra in Raipur , which was attended by famous literary like Kaisarul Jaffery,Nidafajali, Hasan Kamal, Abdul Ahad Saaj etc which further enriched poetess in her, giants of Urdu world there she was critically applauded for her ghazals. This was a big achievement for her in the Male dominated world of Mushaiyara, where Shayara's had no presence on their own.
In 2005 came her second book "Hai to Hai", which was released by Pt. Jasraj Ji and he recited famous gazal "Hai To Hai" for the very first time in public.and this Book established her as the shinning star of the literary world. Now she was synonymous with this famous ghazal of the same name.
2008 was special year for her, when her Collection of Gazals and Nazm came in Urdu, tittled,"Baat Dil Ki Kah To De" which was well received in Urdu world. The same year an Album called "Hasaratein" was released, which was sung by Gulam Ali and Kavita Krishanmurti. All the Gazals of this album was written by her. Recently Hariharn sang her gazal for his album "Hazir 2".
She also was invited to recite her work in Mushayras hosted by Indian Embassy in Dubai, Jaddah,Riyad and Bahreen. She has arrived.
A.M. Turaz is an Indian poet, lyricist, and script writer. He has worked in television, music albums and films. He has written the lyrics for a number of Bollywood films including Kudiyon Ka Hai Zamaana of 2007, The Unforgettableof 2009 and Guzaarish of 2010. The songs "Aayat", "Kabhi Jo Baadal Barse", "Tera Zikr", "Udi" and "Tere Liye Mere Kareem" being the most well known.The Musical Album"We Indians "Sare Jahan se Achchha Hindustan Hamara" is Directed by him.The songs "Ghoomar", "Binte Dil", "Khalibali" of the currently released film "Padmaavat" are written by him.
