Eindeloos India Festival Program
Festival Start: 14:00 hrs
Festival End: 22:00 hrs
Concerts
Debasmita Bhattacharya & Gurdain Singh Rayatt
Start: 17:00 hrs
End: 18:30 hrs
Maithili Thakur & Brothers + Band
19:30 hrs – 21:00 hrs
Festival Program – First part
14:30 hrs – 16:50 hrs
14:00 hrs - 14:38 hrs
Moving Mountains – a portrait documentary about Ma Anand Sheela (38 mins)
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
15:00 hrs - 15:45 hrs
Talk: Nakshatra
Get to know about Indian Cosmology by Anaadi Europe
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
15.00 hrs -15.30 hrs
Signing books Mahesvari Autar x SMRTI books
Jurriaanse Zaal boven
16:00 hrs - 16:50 hrs
Premiere Documentaire Homies & Yogi’s – Kabaalmakers
Last summer, nine young people worked on developing and producing their very first documentary about yoga. Their lived experiences and questions served as the starting point. The film focuses on three perspectives: a contemporary perspective, a religious perspective, and a personal perspective. How is yoga experienced today? Where does yoga actually come from? And how can that ancient wisdom still help me today?
This documentary was created in collaboration with more experienced filmmakers. The Kabaalmakers Foundation partnered with DesiYUP.
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
Concert 1:
Debasmita Bhattacharya & Gurdain Singh Rayatt
17:00 hrs - 18:30 hrs
Jurriaanse Zaal
Virtuoso Debasmita Bhattacharya embodies an unparalleled artistry and has dedicated her life to the Indian stringed instrument, the sarod. Through it, she has made her mark on the world of Indian classical music. Her music transcends boundaries and effortlessly bridges tradition and innovation. With her inspiring performances, she captivates audiences worldwide, from India to Europe and the Middle East to the United States. Time and again, she moves and inspires music lovers with her artistry.
She is accompanied by tabla player Gurdain Singh Rayatt, who gave a sold-out concert at the Concertgebouw alongside sarod maestro Shoumik Datta two years ago.
18:30 hrs - 19:00 hrs
Meet and Greet with Debasmita Bhattacharya and Gurdain Singh Rayatt
17:00 hrs - 18:08 hrs
Documentary: Journey in Dream + Q&A with documentary maker Silvia Formiconi
A poetic portrait of the great master of sitar Ustad Usman Khan in the form of a musical journey into his world:
After following him in France where he initiates the western public to Indian classical music, we discover him in India in his role of highly respected Guru, devoted to the transmission of his musical knowledge, within his institution, the Naad Mandir (‘the temple of Sound’), in the spirit of the traditional mode of teaching, namely the transmission from master to disciple (the guru-sishya-parampara).
Getting to know Guruji, his family, his students, his own spiritual guru, we are finally invited to celebrate his 75th year in music.
A music that going beyond virtuosity flows directly to the depths of the heart, thus opening to the sacred.
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
Between Concerts Program (Second Part)
18:40 hrs - 19:20 hrs
Talk + Q&A Shred the Patriarchy x cultuurplatform ONNI
Through striking images of women skateboarders in India, award-winning photographer Chantal Pinzi captures more than a sport. She reveals courage, self- expression, and the determination to challenge social expectations.
Presented by Shylini Baboeram Panday and cultural platform ONNI.
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
Concert 2:
Maithili Thakur
+ Brothers & Band
19:30 hrs - 21:10 hrs
Jurriaanse Zaal
For the first time in the Netherlands, Maithili Thakur, one of India’s most influential Gen-Z vocal icons and internationally recognized, will perform for her exceptional contribution to Indian folk (Uttar Pradesh/Bihar region), devotional, and classical music. With a powerful digital presence and a rapidly growing global audience, she has become one of the most important contemporary cultural voices preserving India’s rich musical heritage and making it popular among younger generations. She has already shared the stage with legendary greats such as Shankar Mahadevan. Through her music, Maithili connects with listeners around the world. She performs alongside her 7-piece band from India.
21:20 hrs - 21:50 hrs
Meet and Greet with Maithili Thakur
+ Brothers (30 min) – Group Pictures
19:30 hrs - 20:38 hrs
Documentary: Journey in Dream
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
21:00 hrs - 22:08 hrs
Documentary: Journey in Dream
Location: Van Cappellen Zaal
Extensive foyer program
14:00 hrs – 21:30 hrs
The afternoon of Endless India x de Doelen begins the moment you step into the Jurriaanse Foyer, which transforms for one day into a vibrant world full of the scents, colors, and flavors of South Asia.
Signing session of Children's book: Sari Speurneuzen by author Mahesvari Autar x SMRTi Books
Kathak dansworkshop by Mahima
Meditatie clinic by Pooja
Signing session by author Astrid Lindenberg
Workshops Colors Delight and Aurakaars
Mehendi Art by Deepa
Get to know Rasique Music School
Chaat Tasting by Spice Sisters
Shopping
Primula Ayurveda
Parbo Travel
ZeniVerse
Heirloom
Kanchic Sari
Divine Bites
Maharishi Ayurveda Europe
Vegetarian Sarnami and Indian dishes by Baramaribo and Anjappar
Practical Information
During the Endless India festival, only vegetarian sweet and savory treats will be available for purchase at Baramaribo and Anjappar.
Endless India promises a total experience. A ticket—with a seat number for the Jurriaanse Hall—grants access to all program events.
It is possible to leave de Doelen once your admission ticket has been scanned. Visitors will receive a stamp or a festival wristband. Concerts in the Jurriaanse Hall start on time.
We ask that you take your seat as soon as you hear the gong. Seat numbers are listed on your admission ticket, and de Doelen staff will also guide visitors to their seats.