The short film ‘When Mirrors Had Meaning’ will be screened at Kalaa Utsavam this year. The film follows 70-year-old Krishan as he sets off on a journey in search of his distant memory, leaving behind a letter to his family.

Migrant workers’ contributions will be a paramount in nation building: Saleem Haidi

Haidi discusses his film ‘Nodigal Sivanthaal – Vaergalaada’ that spotlights the distressed migrant workers’ relentless battle against the Covid crisis and how the pandemic-induced lockdown has left them stranded far away from home.

Celebration of Mohamed Raffee’s 50 years in music at Kalaa Utsavam 2021

On November 19, a special show, Raffee 50 – A Musical Jubilee by Vasantham Boyz, will be held at the grand Esplanade Theatre as part of the festival lineup.

Kalaa Utsavam includes award-winning short films by Singaporean filmmakers in this year’s programme

Turning 20 this year, Singapore’s premier Indian arts festival Kalaa Utsavam has included film screenings in its ensemble for the first time, with short films made by Singaporean and international filmmakers on the agenda.

Bhumi Pranam: musical tribute to Mother Earth at Kalaa Utsavam 2021

In a Connected to India, Spotlight, hear what the two musicians and other artists had to say about what audiences in Singapore have in store in Bhumi Pranam at Kalaa Utsavam 2021.

About Category: Kalaa Utsavam

A cultural festival that celebrates traditional and contemporary Indian arts during Deepavali in Singapore, performed by artists all over the world.