Dubai is set to host the highly anticipated Tahbib Festival 2025, a two-day multilingual cultural celebration taking place on November 29 and December 1 at the India Club on Oud Metha Road. This year’s festival, renowned for uniting communities through cinema, poetry, literature, and performance arts, promises to be its most vibrant and inclusive edition yet. The event will feature prominent figures such as acclaimed filmmaker Kabir Khan and legendary poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar, drawing audiences from diverse backgrounds. Day one will kick off with an exclusive conversation on global storytelling led by Kabir Khan, whose films like ‘Bajrangi Bhaijaan’ and ’83’ have captivated audiences worldwide. The day will also include panel discussions with industry leaders, literary sessions in English and Arabic, and captivating music and theatre performances. Day two will focus on the literary soul of the region, featuring a grand Mushaira with distinguished poets, a performance by Mumbai’s specially-abled Audis Band, and the Tahbib Voice Award ceremony. The festival will conclude with a soulful Qawwali Night, offering an evening of spiritual and musical brilliance. Supported by sponsors like American Tourister and Kanz Jewels, the Tahbib Festival aims to highlight the richness of Urdu, Arabic, and English, creating a shared space for global storytellers and audiences. Media partners include Zee TV, Khaleej Times, and Infobahn, while volunteer efforts are supported by Community Champions.