The 2025 KALA Annual will be held on Saturday, 18th October 2025, at the Berkhamsted School Centenary Theatre. This year, the celebration will be extra special as the community welcomes Dr. Resul Pookutty, Oscar-winning sound designer, as the chief guest and recipient of the KALA Puraskaram.
Dr. Pookutty, who achieved international fame by winning the Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing for Slumdog Millionaire, has worked across multiple Indian film industries—Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, and Malayalam—as well as British cinema. He will also take part in an interactive session, offering audiences a unique chance to hear about his journey and experiences.
The Annual will be a festive evening filled with dance, live music, and theatre, showcasing the cultural richness of the Malayalee community in the UK.
Programme Schedule
- 3:00 pm: Tea/Coffee and snacks
- 3:45 pm: Formal programmes begin
- 7:00 pm: Dinner service
- 8:30–10:30 pm: Post-dinner cultural performances
Pass Information
Passes are available through kala.org.uk
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Members must log in with their registered email to access discounted rates.
- QR-coded passes will be emailed and must be shown at entry.
- Member prices apply only to members and their immediate family (spouse/children).
- Guest passes can be purchased separately.
- Non-members and guests are warmly welcome.
- For assistance, contact webmaster@kala.org.uk
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With its blend of art, culture, food, and community spirit, the KALA Annual 2025 promises to be a memorable gathering for all.
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