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Action-packed Folk at its robust best THERU-K-KOOTHU The teenagers offered viewers a wonderful theatre experience.
CHAT CORNER ‘I keep experimenting’ MUSICSAN Of ego and humility Pt. Ravi Shankar’s simplicity was breathtaking. In the City My Favourite Raga
A castle all his own Mohanlal on ‘Akasha Gopuram’ releasing this Friday and other things close to his life.
Too many layers Munian was simply weighed down by symbolism and facts.
Now, patriots fight the corruptFilms on nationalism focussed on the British and freedom struggle. But today, the trend is movies such as ‘Chak De India’ or ‘Rang De Basanti.’ 
Sports movies on DVDAs the world’s biggest sporting spectacle gains momentum in Beijing, Excel Home Videos has unveiled a unique film fest featuring the choicest movies based on sports. The fest includes movies such as ‘Chariots of Fire,’ ... Youth, the seamy side It was not easy to recreate Madurai of the 1980s for ‘Subramaniapuram.’ But the effort has paid rich dividends.
After the hype and hoopla…Interesting in bits and pieces and gripping in fits and starts, GK Film Corporation’s ‘Satyam’ (U/A), is a dampener of sorts. And if you walk out of the cinemas with a sense of disappointment, it’s because of A. ...
Hero goes on a mission Wants to find the ideal life partner and comes across not one but five women.
Rippled with artistic intensity R.Parthasarathy’s approach to kriti rendition merits special mention, as each sangati bore the lucidity of crystal-clear articulation. Kabir’s message in tuneful voice Using ‘pairs of opposites’ Prahlad Tapaniya pointed out the state of clarity and divinity. Contemplative, artistic If Sanjay Subrahmanyam explored new depths, Sreevalson Menon’s accent was on aesthetics. Aim was to entertain DUET Depth and appeal were sought to be evoked by stridency. SVK Sung with gusto CD Listen to Aruna Sairam as she renders songs on the deities of some prominent temples in Chennai. 
On a timeless sojournCD T. S. Balakrishna Sastrigal’s discourse on the life of Muthuswamy Dikshitar was released at the harikatha exponent’s 89th Jayanthi recently. Wonderful display of ragas It was a fascinating recital by some of the veteran musicians at the 39th annual celebration of Ragapriya.
Talent to the fore Sumitra Subramaniam’s presentation was proof of her abundant potential. Accent misplaced on details The treatment of lyrics made them appear as full-blown margam presentations. They come together, in style It was a happy blend of Bharata Nrityam and Kathak. A visual treat The 23rd dance festival, organised by Pollachi Tamizh Isai Sangam, had an array of colourful dance presentations. Poignant, realistic portrayals The second edition of ‘Konjum Salangai,’ had an impressive line-up.
Expressions of soul The timeless appeal of ragas has constantly influenced Vidya Sundar’s artistic journey over the past 12 years. Krishnanagar’s clay dolls come alive The on-going Handicrafts Exhibition showcases these exquisite toys.
Of legends, colour and antiquity No visit to Badrinath is complete without seeing the shrines at Joshimutt and Pandukeshwar.
Akhandam with a difference Artists presented full-fledged concerts in this tribute to Semmangudi Srinivasa Iyer.
The Music Academy awardsThe Executive Committee of the Music Academy, at its meeting held on August 17 has decided to confer the following awards at the 82nd annual conference of the Music Academy to be held from December 15 to January 1: The title, Sangita Kala ... Top U.S. honours for Aruna Sairam It was a concert-cum-felicitation ceremony organised by Shri Vari Foundation in New York. Carnatic and Western juxtaposed Experts delved into the roots on the occasion organised by Swaralayam Arts Foundation, Houston. Pavithrotsavam at Nanganallur Nanganallur Sri Sarva Mangalambikai Bhaktha Samajam, will celebrate Pavithrotsavam from August 24 – 26, at Sri Dharmalingeswarar Temple, Easwaran Colony, Sarvamangala Nagar, Nanganallur. Pavithrotsava Maha Abhishekam will be performed on ... Varahur beckons Devotion blends with fun as Uriyadi approaches.
New game showJaya TV launches a new game show, ‘20-20,’ exclusively for women, to test their IQ level and presence of mind. This is a daily quiz programme where women in the age group between 16 and 40 can take ...
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