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Karan’s call It’s a happy family affair With splendid sets and scintillating special effects, Surabhi group wows the audience wherever it goes. Pursuing artistic excellence The Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society turns 60 this year. A look at the academy’s work to promote Indian classical arts.
A voter’s quest Take a journey with Ayesha Sharma, a first time voter, in her quest to make the right voting decision in the upcoming polls on the new election special show ‘Good Times India’ on NDTV Good Timeson May 2 at 10.30 p.m. ...
The Enlightened One Prince Siddhartha discovered the reason for unhappiness and the way to end all suffering. He became the Buddha…
On a comeback trail S. J. Suryah returns to the silver screen with ‘Newtonin Moondram Vidhi’. Promising debut Charan made a mark as an eccentric young man in ‘M3V.’
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In the City At Sri Karpaga Vinayakar Sri Pandurangan Temple Complex, Shanti Nagar, Adambakkam. May 1, 6.45 p.m. T.V. Ramprasad. May 2, 6.45 p.m. S. Saketharaman. May 3, 6.45 p.m. O.S. ...
Bleak theme in black and white Mumbai will be the first city to see the release of Shivajee Chandrabhushan directed ‘Frozen,’ this summer. Remembering Roxy Built in 1918 by Raghupathy Venkaiah, Roxy became a landmark entertainment venue. Demolished sometime ago, it now remains in history’s pages. Ilaiyaraja on silver screen Composer Ilaiyaraja is not only singing this song but is featured in the film. SNIPPETS 
Cop againSuriya’s 25th film will be ‘Singam’ and Hari will helm it! The announcement has been eagerly awaited especially since ‘Aadhavan,’ Suriya’s current project with director K.S. Ravikumar, is well under way. A ... A theme that’s universal ‘Cambodia Dreams’, which took Stanley Harper 18 years to make, is a life-affirming story about a family and a country.
Whiff of realism - Kunguma Poovum Konjum PuraavumCapital Film Works’ products have begun to create much expectation among the movie-going public thanks to its path-breaking offering, ‘Chennai – 600028.’ So it is but natural that ‘Kunguma Poovum Konjum ... 
The pattern continues -- MariyaadhaiStoryline: The bonding between an understanding father and a son which remains steadfast despite odds. Bottomline: Another Vikraman fare for the family. The Vijayakanth-Vikraman duo that gave the super hit family drama ... 
Cross over for crime -- MeipporulStoryline: A journalist witnesses a kidnap and informs the police. At the same her husband, a doc, forges friendship with a man empowered with ESP … Bottomline: Studied steps on a fast track … A group of ... 
Contrived ‘fun’ track -- Guru En AaluStoryline: The hero is ambitious and so is his girl friend. Both try to take advantage of a wealthy man’s weakness … Bottomline: They could have stuck to the original. Let’s begin with the positives ...
A forum to further talent Young Bharatanatyam dancers from different schools have formed ‘Prayathnam’ a unique endeavour for the promotion of classical dance. Moved by rhythm patterns Learning saxophone is only one facet of Sandy Evans, in love with Carnatic music. Movies of a legendary musician GNB acted and sang in five films at a time when the profession was looked down upon.
Sparkling string of vintage gems The Balamuralikrishna-TVG-Varadarajan combination had the audience spellbound. Call of Kamban Sivakumar’s ‘Kamba Ramayanam’ is worth a place in every home. Dikshitar’s musical journey The emphasis was on the composer’s mudra — raga and kshetra. Tribute to a maestro A series of concerts took place in Tiruchi as part of the tenth anniversary of Dr. Chinna Moulana Memorial Trust. Rendered with consummate ease 15-year-old G. Adithyaram presented an enthralling recital in Vellore. Rich in bhava The Semmangudi bani was evident in the interpretation of kritis by Radha Namboodiri.
Focus on mime With the shift in accent, Rasa Unmasked lacked the verve associated with Ramli Ibrahim. Full of vim and vigour Young Nandita Neroor, who has overcome a debilitating condition, was a picture of grace and poise. Brisk and graceful It is details that Srividya Prasanna should attend to.
World of fantasy Maya Bazaar and Pathala Bhairavi were absolute entertainers.
Bollywood’s macho man bids goodbyeFeroz Khan, who passed away recently, projected the Hollywood-type tough guy image on screen. ‘Welcome,’ in which he plays a super gangster, was his swansong.
Presented with elegance The recitals by a few up-and-coming artists at the Tamizhisai Sangham, Pollachi, were heart-warming.
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May Day SpecialMakkal TV has lined up some interesting programmes for May Day. At 6.30 a.m., ‘Special Naalkaatti’ unveils the historic importance of the International Labour Day. An interview with some writers involved in Red literature will be ...
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