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Vani Prakashan Group commemorated the birth centenary of Dharamvir Bharati, one of Hindi literature\u2019s most revered figures, with a grand literary and cultural festival on January 16, 2025, at Mukti Auditorium, Mumbai. Hosted by theatre veteran Atul Tiwari, the event brought together an illustrious gathering of literary stalwarts, cultural icons, and celebrated performers to honor the enduring legacy of Bharati, whose masterpieces such as Gunahon Ka Devta and Andha Yug have left an indelible mark on Indian literature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The centerpiece of this tribute was the unveiling of the 164th edition of Gunahon Ka Devta, Bharati\u2019s seminal novel that has inspired generations. The edition was presented to Pushpa Bharti Ji, the late author\u2019s wife, as a token of gratitude for her role in preserving and nurturing his literary legacy.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The festival opened with the Dharamvir Bharati Poetry Symposium, where literary luminaries Vishnu Sharma, Bodhisattva, and Kamlesh Malik reflected on Bharati\u2019s poetic brilliance and its timeless relevance.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

This was followed by the launch of Alka Agarwal Sigtia\u2019s #Meera_Cool, with distinguished speakers Shoma Ghosh, Rajeshwari Sachdev, Vishnu Sharma, Vandana Sharma, Hemant Jha, and Vivek Agarwal delving into the contemporary themes explored in the book.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The festival also showcased Surya Bala\u2019s Yadon Ke Shilalekh, with esteemed speakers Sudarshana Dwivedi, Harish Pathak, Hari Mridul, and Chitra Desai offering their insights.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Later, Ambar Pandey\u2019s Matlab Hindu was introduced through an engaging discussion led by Prabhat Ranjan, Satya Vyas, Aditi Maheshwari and Priyanka Dubey, highlighting the intricate interplay of tradition and modernity in Hindi literature. Polyphony and delicate use of historical facts underlined Ambar’s genius.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

In another session, Chinmayi Tripathi\u2019s Aathven Maale Par Swadhisthan was launched, with celebrated figures Ashok Mishra, Anu Singh Chaudhary, Joell Mukherjee and Yunus Khan sharing their perspectives Chinmayi ‘s poetry on its literary depth.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The program also featured Sameer Anjaan\u2019s Sameer Lafzon Ke Saath Ek Safnama, where the acclaimed lyricist himself engaged in a thought-provoking conversation about his creative journey besides Yunus Khan, the famous Radio Jockey and film historian.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

A significant highlight of the day was the luminaries such as Ila Arun, Asgar Wajahat, Arvind Gaur, Atul Tiwari, Arun Maheshwari, Ajit Rai, and Prabhat Ranjan discussed Bharati\u2019s influence on contemporary literature, theater, and filmmaking. Atul Tiwari, Sameer Anjan, Asghar Wajahat, Piyush Mishra, Pushpa Bharti, Vishvnath Sachdev, Ram Gopal Bajaj joined for lighging of the lamp.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The festival concluded with an emotional crescendo in The Love Story of Five Generations, featuring captivating performances by celebrated actors Seema Pahwa, Pankaj Tripathi, Divya Dutta, Vineet Kumar, Sutapa Sikdar, Himani Shivpuri, and Anup Soni,\u00a0 who brought excerpts from Bharati\u2019s Gunahon Ka Devta and Andha Yug to life.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Arun Maheshwari, Managing Director of Vani Prakashan Group, shared, \u201cDharamvir Bharati\u2019s works have shaped the very soul of Hindi literature. This centenary celebration was our humble effort to honor his genius and inspire the next generation of writers and readers.\u201d Aditi Maheshwari Goyal, CEO of Vani Prakashan, added, \u201cAs Vani Prakashan celebrates its 61st year, this festival represented a bridge between timeless classics and contemporary voices, ensuring Bharati Ji\u2019s legacy continues to flourish.\u201d The program was attended by his wife and daughter Pragya Bharti.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Born on December 25, 1925, in Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Dharamvir Bharati\u2019s works, including Suraj Ka Saatvaan Ghoda, Andha Yug, and Yudh Yatra, have transcended time and geography, capturing the complexities of Indian society and human emotions. Honored with accolades such as the Padma Shri and Vyas Samman, Bharati\u2019s literary contributions remain a cornerstone of Hindi literature.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

The Dharamvir Bharati Birth Centenary Festival invited literature enthusiasts, academics, and cultural aficionados to come together and celebrate the life and works of a literary titan.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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