HT City Delhi Junction: Catch It Live on 6 May 2025
Where: Triveni Kala Sangam, 205, Tansen Marg, Mandi House
When: May 6
Timing: 6pm
Entry: Free
Nearest Metro Station: Mandi House (Blue & Violet Lines)
What: Roop Aroop
Where: Dhoomimal Gallery, G-42, Connaught Circus, Connaught Place
When: April 26 to May 23
Timing: 11am to 7pm
Entry: Free
Nearest Metro Station: Rajiv Chowk (Blue & Yellow Lines)
What: Lusophone Film Fest | Súlu S'Áua
Where: CD Deshmukh Auditorium, India International Centre, 40 Max Mueller Marg, Lodhi Road
When: May 6
Timing: 5pm
Entry: Free
Nearest Metro Station: Jor Bagh (Yellow Line)
What: Jo Bolta Hai Wohi Hota Hai ft Harsh Gujral
Where: The Laugh Store, CyberHub, Sector 24, Gurugram
When: May 6
Timing: 7pm
Entry: www.bookmyshow.com
Nearest Metro Station: Cyber City (Rapid Metro)
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