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Fighter to the core
Action-packed, his films also have a message. What is Arjun planning next?
Interview

Choice of voice
On the practice of an established film composer singing for another


Yesterday, today and `Naalai'
Actor Richard, whose entry as the hero of `Kaadhal Virus' was lukewarm, made an impact in the action-packed, `Naalai.'
Columns

With touching commitment
How did the boy from a traditional family learn Bharatanatyam, ending up as a much sought after guru? C.V.Chandrasekhar looks back...
Forthcoming Events

In the city
Bala Murugan Kalyana Mandapam, Opp. Sindhu Hospital, Camp Road Junction, E. Tambaram. November 12, 4 p.m. O. S. Thyagarajan. Saraswathi Vaggeyakara Trust Sita Devi Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya, E. ...
Cinema

All set for the glittering show
IFFI-06 starts on November 23 in Goa
Stargazing
Will `Lee' do for Sibi what `Kokki' did for Karan? Prabhu Solomon, `Kokki's director, is now wielding the baton for `Lee,' which is slated for a December release. Satyaraj, who has been in the industry for a few decades now, turns producer for ...
Film Review

Too old for the new market -- Omen
Bottomline: It is very difficult to understand why this version of 'Omen' was produced in the first place. While it aspires to be a contemporary spin on the old tale, `Omen' returns to every little detail from the 1976 film starring Gregory ...
Beauty without emotions -- Umrao Jaan
Storyline: It follows the life of courtesan Umrao Jaan who is repeatedly betrayed by men.
Bottomline: Slow,aesthetically-pleasing torture The defining moment is when someone asks, ``So what do you think of `Umrao Jaan?" Although at first, ...
Personality

Breath of the Almighty
Had the flute wizard T.R. Mahalingam been alive, he would have turned 80 on November 5.
Music

Flamboyance in full form
If T.N. Seshagopalan's accent was on the spectacular, Sanjay breathed life into ragas.
Blend of melody and bhakti
Gayathri Venkatraghavan's music delighted the ear and touched the soul.
Well-balanced duet
Planning and precision marked the duet of G.J.R.Krishnan and Gaurav Mazumdar.
Mature approach
Gurucharan, the young vocalist who occupies a popular slot in the Carnatic concert circuit, is a disciple of Vaigal Gnanaskandan who belongs to the enviable fold of Semmangudi R. Srinivasa Iyer. The album unfolds with a varnam in Reetigowla ...
The Fest: Parking advisory
Please take note of the parking arrangements for The Hindu November Fest, which begins on November 10. Patrons are requested to adhere to the following arrangements: Only owner driven cars will be allowed to park at The Music Academy. ...
Drama

Endearing interpretations
Heroes of Hindu mythology came alive as Kalavardhini students presented three plays.
Arts & Crafts

Versatility with wood
On two exhibitions of woodcraft open in the city.
Heritage

Procession all grace and majesty
Devotees line up on the road to see Andal carry the golden pitcher of Cauvery water to the temple.
Tribute

A star fades away
E.V.Saroja, who passed away recently, combined beauty and histrionics to captivate the audience.
Miscellany


Tv Serials

Rib-tickling comedy
The Second part of the comedy show, Kalaka Povadhu Yaaru, being aired on Vijay TV, Fridays, 22.00, races ahead to reach the finals. Ten participants, who have been chosen as comedy kings over the weeks, now come together to perform in the ...



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