Archive · 10 Oct 2026
Brahmanandam Calls Literature a Timeless Expression of Human Emotions
Brahmanandam spoke at a festival about why stories and books matter.
He said literature helps people share feelings and understand one another.
He also said it keeps culture, memories and wisdom alive.
He mentioned Telugu poets whose work still matters today.
The Amaravati Literature Festival took place at SRM University–AP from October 7 to 9.
Its theme was “Stories for a Changing World.”
Writers, storytellers and other guests took part.
Students also joined a quiz competition called Prahelika.
Actor and Padma Shri awardee Brahmanandam said literature expresses human emotions and helps people understand relationships.
He said literature preserves cultural heritage, life experiences and generations of wisdom amid technological change.
Speaking at the Amaravati Literature Festival 2026, he cited Telugu poets Vemana, Sri Sri and Dhurjati.
The festival was held at SRM University–AP from October 7 to 9 under the theme “Stories for a Changing World.”
The program included authors and storytellers, along with Prahelika, a student quiz competition.
- Who
- Actor Brahmanandam addressed the Amaravati Literature Festival 2026; university officials and festival participants were also involved.
- What
- Brahmanandam described literature as a lasting expression of human emotions that preserves heritage and wisdom.
- When
- The festival ran from October 7 to 9, 2026.
- Where
- SRM University–AP, Amaravati.
- Why
- The festival aimed to bring literature closer to young people and encourage engagement with diverse ideas and cultures.
- Event
- Amaravati Literature Festival (ALF) 2026
- Dates
- October 7–9, 2026
- Venue
- SRM University–AP
- Theme
- “Stories for a Changing World”
- Featured speaker
- Padma Shri awardee and actor Brahmanandam
- Telugu poets cited
- Vemana, Srirangam Srinivasa Rao (Sri Sri) and Dhurjati
- Student activity
- Prahelika, a student quiz competition