7 Reasons Spoken Fest Will Leave An Unforgettable Mark On Your Soul

Celebrating the infinite possibilities that art presents, Kommune’s beloved storytelling melting pot, Spoken Fest, braces itself for its seventh edition. The 2025 edition will host a stellar line-up of performers, both music and spoken word, regaling the audience on the 1st and 2nd of February at the Jio World Garden, Mumbai. 

A key highlight of Spoken Fest in Mumbai is a conversation with two of the most respected figures in music—Gulzar Saab and Shankar Mahadevan. In a candid discussion with Roshan Abbas, founder of Kommune, they’ll reflect on their careers, their art, and the moments in between. And that’s just the beginning. The seventh edition promises experiences that will stay with you long after the event. That’s the power of words. 

Lights. Camera. Words. 

At the Spoken Fest 2025, the actors and creators who have entertained us throughout the years from behind the screen will take centre stage, connecting with their fans through the intimate medium of storytelling. There will be some familiar faces from the entertainment business that will captivate the crowd with the magic of words. The line-up comprises a diverse group of people, which includes Huma Qureshi, Divya Dutta, Gajraj Rao, Ankur Tewari, Suhani Shah, Ankush Bahuguna, Nikhil Taneja, Ahilya Bamroo, Vivaan Shah, and other amazing performers. 

Literary Events 

To make the experience at the Spoken Fest more immersive, there are many experiential booths for the attendees. During the seventh edition, the festival has some interesting literary experiences that will be curated to unite the bibliophiles. 

There is a Blind Book Date, where strangers will become fellow book buddies, a delightful experience that will add another book to your expansive collection. Along with this exciting congregation of book lovers, Book Swap Library will add a new literary expedition to your list. A small nook will be dedicated to books brought in by your fellow readers. 

Poetry For Healing 

The seventh edition of Spoken Fest will also have a dedicated poetry section to experience the healing powers of words. Poetry Apothecary is a dedicated corner for poetry books. Another experience is Poetry Busker, a corner where our dedicated poets will write a customised poem for you on the subject of your choice. 

Tune In To Tune Out 

Spoken Fest, for its six editions, has created a space for artists for their talents to thrive. It has been a democratic space for music artists to present their talent. For the seventh edition, the cultural

evenings will feature a diverse lineup of music artists, including, Wild Wild Women, The Aahvaan Project, Snehdeep Singh Kalsi, Khasi Bloodz, Vidhya Gopal, and Siddharth Pandit. 

To elevate attendees' musical experience, The Revolver Club will have a vinyl station to evoke nostalgia. At the booth, the audiophiles can listen, browse, and buy their favourite records. 

Reflect With Art:

Art draws out something lingering but invisible to the naked eye! Throughout our journey of life, there have been phases where art became a companion, sketching the complex world we live in with a stroke of a brush. 

At the Spoken Fest, there will be an Art/Heart station to bring that creative streak and paint your life, reflecting the life that has gone by. The event has become a haven for the hustlers to sit, reflect, and ponder about life, a privilege one is deprived of in the bustling maximum city. So, sit with colours, stamps, and strangers, painting the portrait of life! 

Kahaani Ki Dukaan:

Kahaani Ki Dukaan, a community-driven story collective located in the serene state of Himachal Pradesh, comes down to Spoken Fest every year. Founded by Anoop Chough and Jasmine Kaur, Kahaani Ki Dukaan has become an audience-favourite experiential spot at the Spoken Fest. 

Anoop left his corporate job, tapping into the fascinating universe of stories. They run this small non-profit to help children embrace the unconventional storyteller in them. Kahaani Ki Dukaan is a space filled with stories, songs, and music. 

Tarot Tavern:

At the Spoken Fest, the Tarot Tavern booth might have the answers to puzzling questions about your future and fate. The tarot card reader holds the key to the door of the unknown. Get a personalised reading session during the city’s dazzling literary event! 

The energy of the previous editions of Spoken Fest deeply resonated with the Mumbai fans, intertwining the spirit of the city with some remarkable performances. Like every year, along with memorable performances, there are experiential booths that will elevate the experience at the Spoken Fest. The seventh edition is all set to fill the audiences’ hearts with a lifetime of memories and an indelible evening full of music, words, and poetry under the same sky! 

All performances will be available on Kommune’s YouTube Channel. Say hi to the camera to find yourself in the after-movie!