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Dastan-e-Guru Dutt: A Musical Tribute to the Cinematic Legend
To mark the birth centenary of Guru Dutt, one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated filmmakers, Dastan-e-Guru Dutt presents a unique tribute through the art of dastangoi—the centuries-old oral storytelling tradition.
Rather than a conventional homage through film reels, this performance brings his world alive with poetry, music, and narration. The audience will experience his artistic spirit as though he were present, with stories woven together through songs and words.
The dastan will be performed by Fouzia Dastango, India’s first woman dastango, known for her powerful storytelling on figures like Meena Kumari, Madhubala, Krishna, and Ram. Her performance style blends narrative with soulful songs, either self-composed or drawn from cinema’s musical treasures.
Vocal renditions will be presented by Latika Jain from Mumbai, adding depth to the experience with her rich and emotive singing.
The research for this production has been led by Asha Batra, Founder of Cinemaazi, while the script is penned by Abbas Qamar. Together, they shape a performance that celebrates Guru Dutt’s legacy—artistic, experimental, and deeply human.
About Fouzia Dastango
Fouzia is widely recognized as India’s first woman dastango. For over two decades, she has revived the 13th-century art of Urdu oral storytelling, performing more than 500 shows across India and abroad. Her stories range from Old Delhi’s cultural tales to the feminist writings of Ismat Chughtai, touching upon themes of identity, harmony, and human emotions.
Event Details
- Date: 11 October 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Venue: Kamani Auditorium, New Delhi
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