The Literati

8220;DILF is a grand meeting of fine writers from India and abroad in a milieu that is intellectually stringent, culturally vibrant, and full of bonhomie and good cheer,8221; says Sudeep Sen, poet and director of the festival. It begins today with readings by British-Iranian writer Mimi Khalvati, Delhi-based poet Keki Daruwalla, French-Vietnamese writer Anna Moi and Canada8217;s Kim Morrissey. 8220;Apart from the usual readings and performances, there will be panel discussions on subjects like Literary Translation, Editing 038; Publishing. It is a platform for multicultural exchange between the best in India and the world in creative writing,8221; adds Sen.

Among the writers and performers to watch out for is Delhi8217;s own Sarnath Banerjee who has branched out of the graphic novel to include video performances and murals as well.Awarded the 2008 Best Young Publisher Award by the British Council, Banerjee8217;s next big event is an exhibition of his latest works at Mori Museum, Tokyo. As for the international writers present for this inaugural festival, don8217;t miss readings by Moi who was awarded the prize for the best French-language deacute;but novel at the Festival Du Premier Roman in Cuneo. The last day of the festival is Monday.

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