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Interview

Mix of action, adventure and romance
Karl Urban returns to pick up the sword once again for `Pathfinder,' which opens today.
Focus

That fiery vocal spell
A busy teacher, Tiruchi V.V.S.Manian is confident that konnakkol will get back its rightful place.
Columns

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A titan from Thanjavur
Vaidyanatha Iyer did not acquire his skill easily but he gave it to his pupils with immense grace and generosity.
Happenings

In the city

Cinema

One hundred and counting
The much-awaited `Sivaji,' also happens to be Rajinikanth's 100th Tamil film.
A feat indeed!
The conversation with filmmaker Suresh Krissna is naturally about his just-released `Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram.' Will it mark his comeback in Tamil? "When did I ever go, to come back?" he laughs. True. The maker has always been busy. If ...
Film Review

A glossy remake -- Naan Avan Illai
Director: Selva Cast: Jeevan, Sneha, Namitha, Malavika, Jyothirmayi, Keerthi Chawla
Storyline: A man accused of being a bigamous cheat is brought to trial.
Bottomline: Never trust a stranger till you do a thorough background check This ...
The kids pull it off -- Meet the Robinsons
Cast: Daniel Hansen, Matthew Josten, Angela Bassett, Jordan Fry, Stephen J. Anderson
Director: Stephen J. Anderson
Genre: Animation/Sci-fi
Storyline: Child prodigy/inventor Lewis and his good for nothing roomie Goob long to be adopted, ...
Simply for fun - Night at the Museum
Storyline: The new night watch man at the Museum of National History has to deal with the exhibits coming alive each night.
Bottomline: Funnier than you'd think Sometimes, when people need a laugh, an escapist caper does the trick nicely. ...
Music

Heart-warming rendition
It was more sharing of musical wisdom as Gayathri Venkataraghavan presented some rare Syama Sastri kritis.
Devotional hymns
Dr. Radha Bhaskar is an involved musician whose artistic cap is packed with many colourful feathers. As a vocalist, musicologist, organiser, an editor of a music magazine and critic, she has made her mark in several areas of Carnatic music. Her ...
Dance

Effective portrayal
`Sura Sundari Vaibhavam,' a dance presentation by Uma Muralikrishna gave an insight into the lives of the celestial dancers, Ramba, Urvashi and Menaka.
Passion and perseverance
Puja Allepalli impressed with her footwork and accurate timing.
Culture comes alive
`Sahasam' is an enchanting tale created by Priyadarsini Govind and Elizabeth Petit.
Heritage

Of Nayak vintage
Tucked away in a village near Tirunelveli is the temple, a replica of Pandaripur.
Events

Portraits perfect
Traditional art of the South gains prominence at Raasi Art Foundation's summer fest.
Charm of the classics
Disciples got together to honour their mentor Suryakant Bhat, orchestra musician.
Miscellany


Tv Serials

Putham Pudhu Geetham
Join host Nisha to enjoy the film songs from the recent releases in the programme which will be presented from Wonderla Park, Bangalore, from this week. Besides watching the song sequences get to know more about the park, various fun ...



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