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ACT Desi 'A Glimpse of India': ANU Immersia 2024
10 September 2024
ACT Desi, a community organisation in Canberra, brings to you A Glimpse of India – a vibrant showcase of rich multicultural diversity of India.
This year we present an ancient Indian Martial Art form workshop as part of Immersia 2024, hosted by the ANU School of Culture, History & Language.
Known as SILAMBAM, this martial art form originated in the southern part of India in Tamil Nadu and was primarily used for self-defence.
Learn a few defence techniques to boost your self-confidence or just come and sample the impressive show of skills by Aishwarya and Ananth, dedicated students and promoters of this art form in Australia.
Did you know?
This ancient Indian martial art form is believed to be over 3,000 years old. Join us to experience the 'martial mastery' of Silambam and uncover its rich history!
Note: Wear comfortable clothing.
13 September 2024
ACT Desi, a community organisation in Canberra, brings to you A Glimpse of India – a vibrant showcase of rich multicultural diversity of India.
This year we are bringing a traditional folk-dance workshop as part of Immersia 2024, hosted by the ANU School of Culture, History & Language.
Known as GARBA, the dance form originated in the western part of India, in Gujarat, and is celebrated during Navaratri, a festival that lasts nine nights.
Garba is not just popular in India but all over the world. Much of its adaptation can be seen in some popular Bollywood movies. Pick up a few steps and have some fun dancing your calories away with Rucha, a trained dancer and choreographer in Canberra.
Did you know?In December 2023, UNESCO recognised Garba with the Intangible cultural heritage tag.
Come, let’s Garba!
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Content Collaboration
A unique cinematic collaboration between Content Artist and Soulbird Productions to bring alive the romance of 90s and 00s.
Pehli Mulaqat | The First Meet
Concept and Direction: Vikas
Location: Canberra, Australia
Vocals: Mamta Singh and Yog Veer
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PAST EVENTS (click on photos for more info.)
ACT DESI AT WELCOME2CANBERRA EXPO
3 AUGUST 2024
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MASTER OF CEREMONIES - HOLI IN CANBERRA
02-03 MARCH 2024
NATIONAL SCIENCE DAY QUIZ - BANDANA CULTURAL SCHOOL
28 February 2024
ACT Desi 'Glimpse of India': ANU Immersia 2023
15 September 2023
22 September 2023
JASHN-E-ZINDAGI
30 July 2023
