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The blaster is back Testimony of faith At Haridwar, the land of the celestials, millions of devotees find spiritual fulfilment and solace.
Chat CornerThe name is synonymous with the veena. He was recently conferred ‘A Top Grade’ by All India Radio (AIR), the only veena artiste from Kerala in this category. The self-groomed Ananthapadmanabhan is the only veena staff artiste of ...
Vedic scholar of great merit The sathabishekam of Sri Srinivasa Desikachariar was celebrated recently.
TALES INSPITED Author of incredible reach Whether for the big or small screen, Agatha Christie’s books proved a great temptation for many directors.
Ordained by the Paramacharya Swaminatha Athreya finished the task after extensive research on Samartha Ramadas and Sivaji.
Mystic significance A look at S. Rajam’s calendar with reference to November and December.
My Favourite RagaGraceful and delicate moves and postures are what I have known being an Odissi dancer. Even a pure dance piece is as elegant as an abhinaya-oriented one. So Odissi dancers develop a liking for melodious and soothing ragas. My favourite is ...
What’s new this festival? Three major films are on the cards. Song of real India The classes and the masses meet in our films. From Begum Akhtar to M.S. Subbulakshmi, melody has known no barrier.
Who can save this Babylon?The movie opens with a gravelly voice over saying, “Save the planet. Whenever I’ve read that bumper sticker I’ve had to laugh. Save the planet. What for? And from what?” Then somewhere in the middle of the movie you have ... 
Skip this callIt was long due. Hindi cinema could not have ignored life in a BPO any longer. Director Atul Agnihotri found an able ally in the form of novelist Chetan Bhagat on whose bestseller ‘One Night@ The Call Center’ the film is based. Still ... 
Dangerously tenseWhat happens to a heart-pounding action film when it crosses over to become a high voltage drama? Ridley Scott’s ‘Body of Lies’ is what happens when you take material as explosive as ‘The Departed’ and set it at the ...
Subtlety, silence made effective Bombay Jayashree established the superiority of her melodic style at the concert organised in memory of M.S. Energetic all the way A selection of good songs marked Kanyakumari’s concert. 
Cultured voiceRecipient of the prestigious ‘Man of theYear’ Award in 2001 from ABI for achievement and dedication towards exemplary goals and also recipient of the national award from the then Vice-President Krishan Kant carrying a citation and a ... Performance matched ambience The limitations reflected on the concert of Armando Orbon, who, however, was captivating. Seamless blend of styles Melody and harmony got due prominence at the fusion concert by pianist Anil Srinivasan and Carnatic vocalist Sikkil Gurucharan
Bold experimentation What makes Adishakti unique is that it combines tradition with the contemporary.
Bangles for all occasions Moinuddin Khan’s creations and other Rajasthani craft items are on show at the Arts and Crafts Bazaar. Fashion with filigree Tarakashi is a pure Kalinga art form, according to Purnachandra Mohapatra.
Sridhar will live on … Those with a penchant for healthy humour and classy romance will always remember him. Sridhar will live on … Those with a penchant for healthy humour and classy romance will always remember him. Trend-setter Filmmaking got a new definition with the arrival of Sridhar.
Dhananjayans felicitatedCelebrated Bharatanatyam dancers V. P. Dhananjayan and Shantha Dhananjayan were recently felicitated at a function in Austin, Texas. This year holds a special significance for the Dhananjayans, for the veteran dancer celebrates his 70th ... Treat for music lovers The Carnatica-organised Bharat Sangeet Utsav 2008 is on from October 30 to November 9 Strains from the north A Hindustani vocal recital by Shantanu and Durba Bhattacharya on October 25 Daring, dedicated It has been an arduous and eventful journey for Sruti celebrating its silver jubilee. Vedic scholar of great merit The sathabishekam of Sri Srinivasa Desikachariar was celebrated recently. In the City
Line-up for the special occasionEnjoy the humour of Ulaga Tholaikatshigalil Mudhal Muraiyaaga on Makkal TV, Sunday at 10.30. The show will not only make viewers laugh but also ponder. It is a spoof on actors whose ultimate goal is the ... 
Deepavali dhamakaVijay lights up the television screen this Deepavali with exclusive programmes featuring top stars of Tamil cinema. There will be four days of guaranteed entertainment. Today (October 24) celebrity interviews of popular heroines such as ... 
Deepavali specialKalaignar TV has a host of programmes for Deepavali (October 27). The morning will begin at 6.00 a.m. with Deepavali songs. It will be followed by Special ...
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