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An enigma called Raghuvaran High fashion to handloom DESIGNER Priya Mani, acclaimed at the international level, makes a statement with each of her creations.
CHAT CORNER ‘I was more attracted to laya’ 
my favourite ragaMy all time favourite ragas are Thodi, Kedaragowla, Brindavanasaranga, Mohanam and Shanmukhapriya — not in that order anyway. Well, the list could go on and on. As one might observe, there is no striking commonality between these ...
Seeking roles with range Jeevan is just six-films-old, but has already made his mark in the Tamil movie industry.
ArtbeatSriram Bharathi Cultural Society celebrated the 126th birth anniversary of Subramania Bharati at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan recently. Venkatapathy (Central Deputy Minister for Law) presided, conferred the titles and gave away cash awards. The ...
In the city
Of intrigues, war and love Despite the controversy over Jodhaa’s identity, ‘Jodhaa Akbar’ highlights Akbar’s broad vision that is reflected in his love. It is youth time It is a brave new world as first-time directors and actors light up the Tamil screen.
Where love is taboo -- Valluvan VasukiCast: Ranjith, Seetha, Ponvannan, Sathya, Swetha, Kuyili, Vasu Vikram, Rajappa, director Bharathi and Muthukalai. Director: K. Bharathi Storyline: A village bigwig bans love in the area because his sister runs ... 
Well done, once again -- AnjaadhaeIt's a riveting thriller this time from Mysskin and the writer-director clearly proves that his debut hit was no flash in the pan. Nemichand Jhabak's `Anjaadhae' (U) has all the makings of a winner, and a worthy win at that! A ... 
Fishing rod not too strong -- ThoondilInvariably, suspense and thrill in a family drama includes the other woman waiting to strike. So it is in ‘Thoondil’ (U), a K.M. Creations presentation. Having proved his adeptness at handling family subjects with films such as ...
Music pristine and divine VETERAN It is her humility, born out of wisdom, that endears one to Parassala Ponnammal.
Harmony in myriad hues The audience drank in the synchrony of loud beats and melodic interludes at EarthSync 2008. A heady mix Fusion EarthSync wanted to include folk artists to showcase the beauty of these forms of music. Bouquet of Trinity’s gems Three groups of musicians presented compositions of the three giant composers. Open-throated projection VOCAL Frequent use of akara lent weight to prayogas. 
Creative notes on the boardHindusthani Adhithi’s concert on the Keyboard gave a new dimension to the otherwise popular instrument which enhances any concert with its tonal quality. Treatment is now a song! The day may not be far off when music is used to interpret diseases. Aesthetics come to the fore HINDUSTANI Venkatesh Kumar and Ustad Zakir Hussain paid obeisance to C.R.Vyas. A memorable evening The ideals of simplicity and sharing found an expression through qawwalis. A musical offering to Purandaradasa It was a shower of melody and rhythm at Coimbatore recently. 
Flawless rendition‘Sangitha Gnanamu Bhakthi Vinaa Sanmargamu Galathe’ says the bard of Tiruvaiyaru. The Carnatic music system came into being as a result of bhakti (devotion) and the path to get initiated into this great system of music was laid by ...
Kamban's characters come alive Kamban Vizha was a laudable attempt to make the layman familiar with the epic. Narayana Tirtha aradhana The four-day festival was well-attended. Memorable in many ways RECAP Experiments, explorations, challenges…the Season is special for all the musicians.
Dance Jodi Dance The dance show is a platform for young aspirants to showcase their skills. The selection rounds for those in Tiruchi, Madurai and Coimbatore were held recently. For those in Chennai, it will be held on February 24 at Balamandir German Hall, ...
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