1st to 3rd September 2026, Bal Gandharva Art Gallery & Theatre, Pune

URGYEN ART FESTIVAL

Organized by Urgyen Art Global, the cultural wing of Karunadeep Foundation & Triratna Vairochana Centre, Pune

Explore the Festival Programme

Discover three inspiring days of art, culture, cinema, theatre and dialogue.

Urgyen Art Festival 2026

Day 1

Tuesday, 1 September 2026
11:00 AM Morning
Inauguration

Savi Sawarkar’s Solo Art Exhibition

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

Inauguration of the solo art exhibition of internationally acclaimed artist Savi Sawarkar.

Prominent Presence
Padma Shri Dr. Sukhdeo Thorat Economist · Educationist · Former Chairman, University Grants Commission
Raju Parulekar Senior Journalist, Writer & Social Reformer
Kiran Mane Actor · Writer · Socially Engaged Public Figure
3:00 – 4:00 PM Afternoon
Live Art

Live Performance of Painting

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

Experience the creative process unfold before you through a live painting performance.

Mogglan Shravasti Prof. · J. J. School of Art
5:00 PM Evening
Theatre Performance

Shivaji Underground in Bheemnagar Mohalla

📍 Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir

Popular and critically acclaimed Marathi play written by Rajkumar Tangade and directed by Nandu Madhav / Kailas Waghmare.

The play focuses on the secular and pro-people legacy of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj rather than restricting him to specific regional or religious identities.

🎟 FREE PLAY PASSES
Free passes for the play will be available at Balgandharva Kaladalan between September 1 and 3, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, upon registration.
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Urgyen Art Festival 2026

Day 2

Wednesday, 2 September 2026
10:00 AM Morning
Mindfulness & Practice

Meditation Workshop

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

A dedicated meditation workshop offering participants an opportunity to pause, reflect and engage in contemplative practice.

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Late Morning
कलाकार परिसंवाद · Artist Symposium

Artist Symposium

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan
Prominent Presence
Padma Shri Sudharak Olwe Documentary Photographer
Savi Sawarkar Internationally Acclaimed Artist
Mogglan Shravasti Painter · Educator
Sanjay Jiwane Playwright & Filmmaker
3:00 – 4:00 PM Afternoon
Live Art

Live Performance of Sculpture

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

Witness the artistic process unfold live as artists demonstrate the creation of sculpture before an audience.

Prashant Gaikwad J. J. School of Arts
Kishor Pawar J. J. School of Arts
5:00 PM Evening
Theatre Performances

Krantima & Kabir

📍 Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir

Two plays written by Sanjay JiwaneKrantima and Kabir.

🎟 FREE PLAY PASSES
Free passes for the play will be available at Balgandharva Kaladalan between September 1 and 3, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, upon registration.
REGISTER NOW →
Urgyen Art Festival 2026

Day 3

Thursday, 3 September 2026
10:00 AM Morning
Mindfulness & Practice

Meditation Workshop

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

A dedicated meditation workshop offering participants an opportunity to pause, reflect and engage in contemplative practice.

11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Late Morning
साहित्यिक परिसंवाद · Literary Symposium

Literary Symposium

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan
Prominent Presence
Venerable Professor Geshe Ngawang Samten Padma Shri and Former Vice Chancellor, Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies, Sarnath, Varanasi
Dr. Vimal S. Thorat Dalit Feminist Leader of India
Kiran Mane Prominent Marathi Television, Film, and Theatre Actor, Writer, and Political Activist
Loksahir Sambhaji Bhagat Renowned Maharashtrian Folk Singer, Poet, Playwright, and Revolutionary Activist
3:00 – 4:00 PM Afternoon
Live Art

Live Performance of Calligraphy

📍 Bala Gandharv KalaDalan

Witness the beauty and precision of calligraphy through a live artistic demonstration.

Prof. Manohar Desai Symbiosis School of Visual Arts and Photography
5:00 PM Evening
Special Theatre Presentation

The Kiran Mane Show

📍 Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir

Story: Shivrajyabhishekachi

🎟 FREE PLAY PASSES
Free passes for the play will be available at Balgandharva Kaladalan between September 1 and 3, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, upon registration.
REGISTER NOW →
Art Transforms Lives

Festival Highlights

Join us for the Urgyen Art Festival, where we celebrate creativity and compassion. Over three days, experience art exhibitions, inspiring talks, and immersive workshops. Engage with artists and thinkers from various disciplines, all sharing their perspectives on culture and society.

Prominent Speakers

Through thought-provoking discussions, artistic presentations, literary conversations, and cultural performances, the festival creates a space for meaningful dialogue on art, society, culture, and human values. Their diverse experiences and perspectives contribute to making the festival a vibrant platform for creative expression, cultural exchange, social awareness, and deeper engagement with the role of art in contemporary society.

Art Exhibition

Explore an array of artworks that reflect diverse narratives and artistic expressions. This exhibition will showcase pieces from both established and emerging artists, creating a dialogue through visual art.

Film Screenings

Experience a selection of thought-provoking films that tackle themes of culture, identity, and social change. Engage with filmmakers and take part in discussions that follow each screening.

Theatre Performances

Enjoy live theatre that explores various cultural narratives. Each performance invites the audience to reflect on human experiences and societal issues, enhancing the overall festival atmosphere.

Prominent Speakers

Urgyen Art Festival 2026 brings together a distinguished gathering of artists, scholars, writers, actors, social reformers, cultural practitioners, and creative voices from diverse fields.