A Journey Through Memory and Migration: Book Reading with acclaimed actor Nandita Das and Bhawana Somaaya in
Mumbai, June , 2025 – Dedicated to enriching the lives of India’s 60+ community, is proud to host a special book reading session with acclaimed author and celebrity journalist Bhawana Somaaya in Mumbai. *The event will feature the unveiling of her latest book, “Farewell Karachi: A Partition Memoir”, by acclaimed actor and director Nandita Das. It will take place on 22nd June at 4:30 PM at Mcubed Library, D’monte Park Road, Bandra West, and will be moderated by well-known media personality Tarana Raja.*
The session will spotlight Somaaya’s latest work, “Farewell Karachi: A Partition Memoir” – a deeply personal narrative that traces the journey of a Gujarati family displaced during the 1947 Partition. The book spans five generations, capturing the emotional and physical dislocation of a family forced to restart their lives across Karachi, Kutch, and Bombay.
Reflecting on the origins of the book, Bhawana Somaaya shared,
“This memoir was born out of a question that caught me off guard – about my greatest fear. Writing Farewell Karachi became a way to make sense of that fear, to confront the trauma and silence passed down generations. I hope this book resonates with anyone who’s ever felt uprooted or yearned to trace the story behind their family’s beginnings.”
Meenakshi Menon, Founder, GenS Life, said, “At GenS Life, we believe in creating spaces for shared stories, healing, and intergenerational dialogue. ‘Farewell Karachi’ is not just a memoir – it’s a reminder of resilience, roots, and the power of community. We are honoured to host Bhawana Somaaya and look forward to the meaningful conversations this book will spark among our members and guests.”
The event is open to all, with a special invitation to seniors. 60+ . whose memories take them to times long gone. We invite GenS Life members, readers, history enthusiasts, and all those interested in stories of resilience, identity, and belonging. A Q&A session and book signing will follow the reading.This event is aligned to GenS Life’s mission to empower seniors to live their lives to the fullest by enabling access, fostering meaningful connections and continuous engagement. A key aspect of this mission is promoting intergenerational dialogue, building pathways for greater inclusion and mutual understanding across different age groups. Through initiatives like this book reading, GenS Life aims to create a vibrant community where shared experiences and diverse perspectives enrich the lives of all members.
