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Friday, March 30, 2007
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When risks reap results
Entering the second innings Sujatha Cine Arts returns with Vidudhalai. A tête-à-tête with K. Balaji, who has passed the mantle on to son Suresh.
He lives, breathes cinema He won laurels for his debut, `Dombivli Fast.' Now Nishikant Kamat details his Tamil remake, `Evano Oruvan,' with his experiences in Chennai.
In the City
Victory of a dark horse For the Hindi film industry, 2007 has begun with flops. Hollywood, on the other hand has begun on a winning note. After 15 long years ... `Kutrapatrikai' made in the early 1990s, on the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi, has been released at last. 
StargazingRemakes seem to be the order of the day. `Madurai Veeran' is one such. The title, same as an early MGR film, isn't a historical as the name suggests. It is a Tamil version of the Telugu social drama `Noove Naenu' in which Uday Kiran played hero. ...
Gentle giant of rhythm Guruvayur Dorai has carved a niche for himself through his passion and hard work. A Vedic scholar enters his 100th year In Thathachariar, one sees a rare blend of erudition in the scriptures and expertise in the performance of yagas.
Vocals that blend power and range Sumithra Nitin, a talented vocalist is the disciple of vidhooshis Ananthalakshmi Sadagopan and T. Rukmini. Rajalakshmi Audio has recorded 14 songs sung by her and composed by Rajee Krishnan, a close relative of vidwan V. V. Sadagopan who was ... Gems from Dikshitar treasure chest Varalakshmi Anandakumar and Prema Rangarajan paid homage to Dikshitar by singing his songs in immaculate style. Lively duo Clear diction and bhava made listening pleasant. Sedate, ripe and moving Grace and dignity marked the recitals that evening the highlight of which was the presence of Valayapatti Subramaniam. Gentle grandeur prevails T.N. Krishnan delved deep into his decades of experience to make his alapana elaborations outstandingly rakti-laden. Serene and devout offering Devotion lent serenity to the concert of Ranjani and Gayathri at Coimbatore. Scope to improve Baby Sreeram's swarasthana slips diluted the quality of music. The litmus test Carnatic music is no longer the only pastime for rasikas, and they no longer expect the musicians to be conservative.
Stood out for its patterns Senior students of Bharata Kalanjali presented an offering to the cause of peace and tranquillity. Mirror to the dance tradition of Sri Lanka The famous Chitrasena Dance Company from Sri Lanka will perform at the Music Academy on April 5. Bonding with Bharati Sustaining the artistic and personal rapport, this quartet is presenting the 25th show of Bharata Samudayam Vazhgave tomorrow at Narada Gana Sabha.
Sensitivity is his hallmark The multi-faceted talent of S. Rajam was highlighted at a function organised recently.
`Sokkuthae Manam' returns Popular Jaya TV show `Sokkuthae Manam,' a must-see for lovers of old film melodies, returns with a make-over that's bound to attract even more viewers. The new-look scenario includes a huge, aesthetic set designed for the show. `Sokkuthae ... ' ... 
SerialsThis week, the guests are the cast and crew of `Chennai 600028'. A team of 15 rocked the sets of Koffee with Anu including director Venkat Prabhu and producer S.P.B. Charan. The members share their experiences during the making of the film. ...
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