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A group of youngsters of the Institute of Flair and Mixology, Kochi
Kochi, May 19, 2013

All that fizz

The many lifestyle channels available on television today show exotic locales and fabulous feats that make viewers long to live in places where there is something new to see every day. What a lot... »
Santhosh Lakshman talks about his short film. Photo: K.K. Mustafah
May 17, 2013

Scaling heights

“It is all about attitude, not altitude,” says Diana, the protagonist of Everest, a short film directed by Santhosh Lakshman. Diana, played by Kollam-based Aswin Raaj, is a midget who becom... »
Rajesh K. Abraham. Photo: Thulasi Kakkat.
Kochi, May 16, 2013

Changing perceptions

As a young boy, Rajesh K. Abraham used to marvel at a tall girl in his neighbouring school in Bharananganam, Kottayam, who played fantastic basketball. She was so good that she even got a chance t... »
The Lava Special Chicken Steak. Photo: Special Arrangement
May 15, 2013

Flowing Lava

Lava, the newly opened lounge at the International Hotel, comes across as a subdued affair at first glance. A few comfortable chairs are arranged neatly in the cosy space and dim lighting sets up a... »
'High Priestess'of oriental dance: Leila Haddad. Photo: K. K. Mustafah
KOCHI, May 15, 2013

Fire in her moves

Leila Haddad’s dance is political. It is a political weapon to liberate Arab culture from age-old misconceptions. It has been a rigorous fight to gain recognition for her dance. And Leila’s strugg... »
Artist Sujathan’s sets are known for being innovative with visual extravaganzas audiences look forward to. Photo: Thulasi Kakkat
Kochi, May 17, 2013

Dramatic effect

Artist Sujathan’s studio is a profusion of elements—a tin-roofed shed strewn with plywood cut-outs, tables and cans of paint and walls plastered with gaudy posters of plays. The sweltering heat is... »
Mary Antony, wife of P.J. Antony speaking at a function of PJ Antony Memorial Foundation.
Kochi, May 16, 2013

Remembering a genius

ORIGIN: P.J. Antony Memorial Foundation was formed in the year 1996 as a tribute to one of the theatrical geniuses of Kerala. The multifaceted P.J. Antony was an exceptional actor (He was t... »
Tasting success: Actor Govind Krishna. Photo: Special Arrangement
Kochi, May 15, 2013

Never say die

Perseverance pays and how. Young debutant actor Govind Krishna lives by the adage. Savouring the moment of bagging one of the lead roles in the film Hangover, he realises that the road to s... »
A Keen Ear: Children participating in 'Kid's Corner'
Kochi, May 15, 2013

Telling them tales

Listening to a story sometime can be more enjoyable than reading one. As the storyteller’s voice rises and dips to match the events that unfurl in the story, the audience remain engrossed. ... »
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The Southern Naval Command’s Maritime Museum, located at Fort Kochi, hosts a variety of exhibits tracing the origin and evolution of the Indian Navy from the heyday of the East India Company. Photos: K.K. Mustafah
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