Rang-e-Kamal Festival: A Tribute to Journalist Kamal Khan

On 19^th April 2025, Saturday, the evening at the heritage marvel Dilkusha Kothi  was an illuminating event – Rang-e-Kamal – organized by Kamal Khan Foundation – a trust created to keep alive the legacy of late Kamal Khan. Late Kamal Khan is a TV journalist well-known and respected for his sensitive and emotionally appealing news reporting and analysis of ultra-sensitive issues and events.

The Rang-e-Kamal Festival was held in memory of Kamal Khan, marking his birth anniversary. He was fondly remembered by his friends, relatives, well-wishers, and admirers – many of whom knew him only through his impactful work. The audience watched some of his outstanding TV reports with deep attention and listened to heartfelt tributes from a diverse group of media professionals and newsmakers, all sharing memories of his warm and inspiring personality.

A special highlight of the evening was a ballet inspired by the verses of Sant Kabir. The performance was directed by Preeti Tiwari and brought to life by a talented group of artists.

One of the most meaningful moments of the event was the awarding of scholarships to meritorious students from Lucknow’s colleges and universities. A total of six students were awarded scholarships worth INR 25,000 each. Four of these were supported jointly by the Kamal Khan Foundation and Aaghaz Foundation – a Lucknow-based NGO committed to supporting school education for deserving students from economically weaker backgrounds. Two students from the Faculty of Arts, Lucknow University – Shubhi Tripathi and Mohammad Kaif – were honoured with the Kamal Khan Smriti Scholarship.

 

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To add an entertainment element to the evening, the Rang-e-Kamal stage welcomed renowned humorist and stand-up comedian Zakir Khan, along with Lucknow’s very own Dastango, Himanshu Bajpai. Their candid conversation was filled with witty anecdotes, life experiences, valuable lessons for emerging artists, and many topics that resonated with the audience.

Towards the end, Ruchi Kumar – Kamal Khan’s wife and a Trustee of the Kamal Khan Foundation – delivered an emotional vote of thanks. She expressed gratitude to all the artists, dignitaries, and attendees for their presence and support. She also revealed that Zakir Khan had not charged any fee for his appearance and had even covered his own travel expenses – a heartfelt gesture of respect and admiration for Kamaal Saheb, whom he described as “truly a remarkable personality.”

LucknowPulse pays a heartfelt tribute to Kamal Khan – a true gem of Lucknow, whose legacy continues to inspire through this foundation dedicated to spreading love, truth, and harmony. Sach mein Kamaal ki Shakhsiyat thay Kamal Saheb.