Third World Culture Festival kicks off at Arts Council Karachi
KARACHI (News Desk): The third World Culture Festival organised by the Arts Council of Pakistan Karachi in collaboration with the Sindh Government kicked off with a splash of colours, music and art, bringing together artists from 150 countries on one platform.
The festival began on a spiritual note on the first day as renowned qawwal Hamza Akram captivated the audience with his soulful Sufi performance. The beat of tabla and the magic of Sufi kalam enthralled the packed audience, who swayed to the mesmerizing tunes.
Arts Council Karachi turned into a hub of fine arts, with glimpses of visual arts, enchanting music, and enthusiasm of culture lovers everywhere. The festival aims to showcase diverse dimensions of art, music, and cultural traditions from around the world.
Speaking on the occasion, Arts Council officials said the World Culture Festival has become a signature identity of Karachi and Pakistan, promoting soft image, cultural harmony and global artistic exchange. With the support of the Sindh Government, the Arts Council is hosting artists from 150 countries who will perform in every genre of art including music, dance, theatre, fine arts and literature.
The first day featured Sufi night with Hamza Akram’s qawwali that set the tone for the multi-day extravaganza. The soulful renditions created a spiritual ambiance that kept the audience spellbound till late night.
On the second day, the festival will feature an exhibition of artworks, along with theatre and music performances by international and local artists.
The World Culture Festival will continue for over a month with daily performances, exhibitions, workshops and dialogue sessions. Entry is free for the public.
Culture enthusiasts have termed the festival a major initiative to promote Karachi as a cultural capital and provide citizens with quality entertainment and exposure to global cultures.
Arts Council President Ahmed Shah said that Karachi is ready to welcome the world through art.