Rishta — Indian Summer Festival
This event is supported by 大象传媒's David Lam Centre.
Step into a living archive of Punjabi expression at Rishta, a vibrant afternoon where poetry, music, memory, and community converge. This gathering honours the enduring love story between verse and music in Punjabi culture and is free to attend.
From the timeless words of Baba Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Waris Shah, Bulleh Shah, Amrita Pritam and so many others; to fresh works by emerging and professional poets, this event celebrates the legacy and future of Punjabi literary and musical traditions. Voices from across generations, including , , Hari Alluri, , , , , , and 鈥� will share the stage with cherished elders from the community.
Each reading is paired with live music performed by virtuosos (rabab/sarod), (tabla), and (dilruba), blending classical and contemporary textures into a sonic tribute to language and love.