Garden City University invites you to the next edition of its Vigyaan 35 Lecture Series, featuring an engaging session on “‘Magic’ as a Genre of Realism.”
The lecture will explore the fascinating intersection of magic, realism, literature and human imagination, examining how the seemingly extraordinary can be used as a powerful literary and cultural device to engage with reality. The session promises to offer fresh perspectives on the ways in which magical elements can illuminate social realities, human experiences and the world around us.
The session will be led by Dr. Shireen Nedungadi, Associate Professor (Retd.) and Chief Coordinator, PG Studies, National Degree College, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru.
With her extensive academic experience and engagement with literature and higher education, Dr. Nedungadi will bring an insightful perspective to the theme and encourage participants to look beyond conventional boundaries between the real and the imagined.
Event Details
Event: Vigyaan 35 Lecture Series
Topic:‘Magic’ as a Genre of Realism
Speaker: Dr. Shireen Nedungadi
Date: 12 October 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
Venue: GCU Auditorium, OMR Campus, Garden City University
Join students, faculty, researchers, and literature enthusiasts for the Vigyaan 35 initiative, aiming to foster meaningful conversations on knowledge, science, society, culture, and human creativity.
Register now and join us for an engaging exploration of the magic within realism.





