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“There are legends of people born with the gift of making music so true, it can pierce the veil between life and death, conjuring spirits from the past and the future. In ancient Ireland, they were called Filí. In Choctaw land, they called them Firekeepers. And in West Africa…...
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Originally a European lore, myth and story, vampires have long held great fascination all around the world. While a huge number of literary and cinematic iterations vis-a-vis the blood sucking monster originating from Europe explored themes of love, obsession as well as the notions of East versus West, otherness...
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Some films do more than entertain—they challenge set norms, address injustice, and inspire change. Filmmakers and critics discuss the power of cinema as a voice of change. This year, Ananke’s Festival of Literature is organizing a first-of-its-kind series of sessions in collaboration with celebrated journalist, author and editor, Manju...
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The Comeback is a restrained yet incisive exploration of friendship, betrayal, artistic integrity, and the elusive nature of success. Set against the backdrop of the entertainment industry and small-town theatre, the novel weaves a poignant tale of two men—John K., a once-rising film star grappling with his fading relevance,...
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January 3rd, 2020, Dubai (UAE): – Sisters Grimm Co-founders Pietra Mello-Pittman and Ella Spira have been awarded MBEs for ‘Services to International Trade and to the Creative Industries’ in the New Year Honours list which recognises the achievements of a wide range of extraordinary people across the United Kingdom....
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What happens when a girl from the slums dares to dream? She bags an Engineering Degree, and Executive Education from Harvard Business School, becomes a Telecoms Head, and mentors others to do the same. In Be Fearless: Give Yourself Permission To Be You, Jane Egerton-Idehen draws from her over...
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February 17th, 2019, Dubai (UAE):How does a modern women dress in order to convey authority and competence at work? You can spend a lot of time and money shopping and still not get it right, and who wants to do that? So how can you know what’s worth investing...
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February 17th, 2019, Dubai (UAE): Homegrown Dubai-based designer and fashion label ASMARAÏA launches her latest fashion campaign named Nocturnal Animal featuring her latest collection focusing on sustainable metropolis chic-style, feline-inspired 2019 collection shot at Dubai’s wellness center, vegan cafe, concept shop and garden oasis Life’n One. The fast rising...
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Best-selling UAE author, Karen Osman, release second novel....