Rasan Piya

Directed by – Niharika Popli

 Gyaan Adab invites you to a screening of Rasan Piya – A documentary on the life of the renowned Hindustani Classical vocalist – Ustad Abdul Rashid Khan, musician, poet and teacher, who has inspired a whole generation of musicians and music lovers.

The film explores the various influences that have shaped his life and music and reflects on the changing face of his art form in India with the decline of the riyasats (kingdoms) and the patronage they offered.

Writer and director, Niharika Popli has directed plays, written stories and has been a teacher. This is her first feature length documentary and has won Special Jury Mention at Mumbai International Film Festival 2016.

Date – Friday, 25^th November

Time – 6.30 PM

Donation Pass – 50/-