New Delhi, 24 October 2026: The legacy of legendary filmmaker and actor Guru Dutt will be celebrated through the traditional art of Dastangoi as Fouzia Dastango, India’s first female Dastango, presents Dastaan-e Guru Dutt – Cinema Ke Jadugar Ko Suron Mein Saji Ek Shraddhanjali at Natyakumbh 2026 – The Great Indian Drama Festival in New Delhi on 30th October 2026.

Through the evocative art of Dastangoi, the performance will offer a tribute to Guru Dutt’s enduring legacy and his remarkable contribution to Indian cinema. Blending the art of oral storytelling with literary and cultural expression, the presentation will bring audiences closer to the cinematic world and creative legacy of one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated filmmakers.

Known for her work in Urdu storytelling, Fouzia Dastango has brought diverse literary, historical and cultural narratives to contemporary audiences through the centuries-old tradition of Dastangoi. Her performance will revisit Guru Dutt’s artistic legacy through this distinctive storytelling form.

The event will be presented and curated by Roopali and Vikas Jalan,  with research by Asha Batra and performed by Fouzia Dastango and her team,The presentation is part of Natyakumbh 2026 – The Great Indian Drama Festival, celebrating theatre and the performing arts.

Event Details:

Event: Fouzia Dastango, India’s First Female Dastango, to Present a Special Dastangoi Tribute to Legendary Filmmaker Guru Dutt at Natyakumbh 2026

Date: Friday, 30th October 2026

Time: 7:30 PM onwards

Venue: Little Theatre Group Auditorium, Mandi House, New Delhi