A forgotten tradition finds its voice | Hovyo: Echoes of the Past | Tanisha Pawar | 111026

How can traditional songs keep the stories of our past alive? Goan filmmaker Tanisha Pawar explores this question through her Konkani documentary ‘Hovyo: Echoes of the Past.’ In this interview, Tanisha shares the story behind her documentary, which explores Goa’s traditional folk-singing tradition, Hovyo. Through conversations with scholars, folk artists, and cultural practitioners, the film captures the memories, emotions, and traditions passed down through generations. The documentary has earned its first major international selection at the Almamoura Festival in Abu Dhabi, UAE, scheduled to take place from October 12 to 16, 2026. This is an important milestone for Tanisha and her team, as their film takes Goa’s cultural heritage and Konkani traditions to an international audience. Tanisha also speaks about her journey as a filmmaker, the research behind the documentary, the challenges of documenting traditional art forms, and her hope to preserve Goa’s rich cultural identity for future generations. Watch this interview to discover the story behind ‘Hovyo: Echoes of the Past’ and the young filmmaker bringing Goa’s cultural heritage to the world. Watch, share, and celebrate Goa’s stories and traditions! If you enjoyed this interview, please like, share, and subscribe for more inspiring stories and conversations. #TanishaPawar #HovyoEchoesOfThePast #Goa #Konkani #GoanCulture #AlmamouraFestival #DocumentaryFilm #GoaHeritage