A heart to heart interview based exclusive show started in 2011 on Rajya Sabha TV. Guftagoo is an explorative-inquisitive and intimate conversation with celebrated personalities from various fields of Cinema, Theatre, Visual Arts, Literature and Culture.
The show focuses on the life experiences, emotional conflicts, inspirations, struggles that brought out the the real self in them and shaped the way they perceived the world.
Show’s host is Syed Mohd Irfan.
Irfan is an industry veteran with a rich media experience of over three decades. He has been associated with all forms of media from print, radio, television to the digital media.
As a host and media personality Irfan has been the marvelous communicator and and bridge builder known for his knowledge, precision and compassion, as a television host his appeal exists from art and culture doyen to all people together, evolved.
Guftagoo is an attempt to put together the guest’s concerns, ideas, passions towards his/her fields and reflections on existing time and society. Interspersed with relevant visuals/songs/video clips and inputs from person’s work.
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I have compiled a collection of carefully chosen recordings from my extensive collection of sounds, encompassing various aspects of people, places, and cultural studies. Additionally, I have included snippets from my personal music archive, which I have painstakingly gathered through immense dedication and hard work. Throughout the podcast, I will also intersperse readings from classical and contemporary literature, as well as other relevant texts. I am thrilled to create and produce new podcast series, and I eagerly await your feedback in the upcomin
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Guftagoo | Sher Tookhi – On Parallel Cinema in India
Recorded on 13th of September 2024
Sher Tookhi, a cultural enthusiast, calls Virginia, USA, his home. A lover of books, cinema, music, and all forms of artistic expression, Sher's life is a beautiful tapestry woven with diverse influences. His journey began in Afghanistan, a land he was forced to leave behind due to conflict, but his spirit remains unbroken.
In the U.S., Sher has built a modest yet fulfilling life in the hospitality sector, earning his bread while nurturing his love for the arts. His curiosity and passion for learning have made him a keen collector of world's best films, literature, and music. Whether it’s a latest book, a rare film, or a periodical that stirs the soul, Sher treasures these moments as reminders of the beauty that exists in the world, no matter the circumstances.
A wonderful human being, Sher Tookhi is admired by those around him for his persistence, warmth, and love for life. His story is one of resilience, a testament to how the human spirit can thrive even after displacement, and how cultural passions can serve as a bridge between past and future.
Cover Image: Sher Tookhi/NFDC
Cover Art: Irfan
