The 16th edition of the Mumbai Literature Festival (Literature Live! The Mumbai LitFest) is scheduled to take place from November 7 to 9, 2025, at the NCPA, Nariman Point. Presented by the Godrej Industries Group, the festival promises to showcase leading voices across diverse fields including fiction, poetry, history, science, business, philosophy, health, and justice, truly capturing the vibrant spirit of Mumbai.
### Star-Studded Lineup of Writers and Personalities
This year’s festival will feature celebrated figures such as former Chief Justice of India, D Y Chandrachud, and author-politician Shashi Tharoor. Other notable attendees include acclaimed journalist Faye D’Souza, author Shobhaa De, filmmaker Paromita Vohra, and actors Lillete Dubey, Soha Ali Khan, and Jim Sarbh.
### Global Voices and Diversity on Display
The festival will host over 100 writers, speakers, and performers from more than 10 countries, highlighting a rich diversity of genders, communities, and languages. Distinguished guests include Jerry Pinto, Shubhangi Swarup, Luke Coutinho, Jeet Thayil, Omar Musa, Yang Shuang-zi, Shehan Karunatilaka, Venki Ramakrishnan, and Wikipedia co-founder Jimmy Wales, among others.
### Awards and Recognitions
In addition to the engaging sessions and performances, the event will present the Poet Laureate and Lifetime Achievement Awards, honoring exceptional contributions to literature and culture.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Mumbai Literature Festival as it brings together a spectacular array of talent and ideas this November!
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