Kolkata Literary Meet

14/08/2026

As we stand at the threshold of India's Independence Day weekend, here is a throwback to the 2023 Kolkata Literary Meet session on the novel 'Independence' by the acclaimed author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.

The novel traces the lives of three sisters against the backdrop of India's independence. The session was moderated by renowned professor Ankhi Mukherjee.

Click on the link to enjoy yhe full session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXbzjRuYY_M

09/08/2026

Last evening, Kolkata Literary Meet had the pleasure of launching the English translation of Alka Saraogi's acclaimed novel by John Vater - 'Register Me As Kulbhushan'.

The conversation brought together Alka Saraogi and the translator, John Vater and the session was moderated by Malavika Banerjee, Director, Kolkata Literary Meet. It was a truly insightful conversation on exile, identity and belonging with the backdrop of the river - a significant motif in the book. We thank Polo Floatel for the wonderful venue and warm hospitality.

28/07/2026

The Booker Longlist is here!

From humour to history to heartbreak, and from satire to sci-fi to surreality, here’s the lowdown on this year’s ‘Booker Dozen’

28/07/2026

Last Saturday (25th July), Gaurang Shah's book, 'Limitless Traditions: The Definitive Edition', was launched at KCC in collaboration with Kolkata Literary Meet. The renowned textile revivalist was in conversation with the co-founder of Bailou and Byloom, Bappaditya Biswas.

The conversation was enlightening and traversed through the past, present and future of textiles. The exhibition hall was adorned with Gaurang's work - showcasing the passion and commitment that goes into reviving textiles.

23/07/2026

The Republic has seen and continues to see moments when the country’s values and principles are tested. That is when the media comes into sharp focus.

Sanjoy Hazarika and Jyotsna Mohan discuss ‘Writing the Republic’ through trying times in conversation with Shreevatsa Nevatia.

Watch the full session here: https://youtu.be/BWYetUdNehM?si=_bHvTzpWe75HAUZB

18/07/2026

We are delighted to invite you to the book launch of 'Register Me as Kulbhushan', a modern epic on exile and the fundamental human need to belong. The conversation will feature the Sahitya Akademi award-winning writer Alka Saraogi and eminent translator John Vater. The session will be moderated by Malavika Banerjee, Director of Kolkata Literary Meet.

RSVP at: [email protected]

Date: 8th August | Saturday
Time: 5:30pm
Venue: Polo Floatel | Compass Ballroom

PS: There is limited seating, so RSVP at the earliest!!
Look forward to your presence.

15/07/2026

Kolkata Centre for Creativity and Kolkata Literary Meet invite you to the launch of the book that traces the journey of renowned textile revivalist and designer Gaurang Shah.

Join us for this exciting conversation between Gaurang Shah and Bappaditya Biswas, textile expert and co-founder of Bailou and Byloom.

🗓️ Date: 25th July 2026
⏰ 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
📍Kolkata Centre for Creativity, Ground Floor

Due to seating limitations, registration is mandatory.
Please register here: https://forms.gle/Q5HxTZgb4mKsBHfw5

02/07/2026

For this , Kolkata Literary Meet revisits this thought-provoking conversation between Raghuram Rajan and Rohit Lamba, moderated by Rudra Chatterjee. It explores a fresh perspectives on India's economy, growth, innovation, and the ideas that can help reshape the old mindset on growth.

Click on the link below to not miss the full session.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h0Gr4ygGzCo

18/06/2026

to Kolkata Literary Meet 2020!

In honor of Pride Month, revisiting this iconic conversation where Niranjan Iyengar hosted actor Ayushmann Khurrana and director Hitesh Kewalya to discuss cinema as a tool for social change and about Ayushmann’s deliberate choice of unconventional roles. 🏳️‍🌈

Click on the link below to watch the whole video and don’t forget to like, share and subscribe with your friends.

~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLLihPP_OtQ ~


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