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Kalamandalam Radhika
Kalamandalam Radhika is an Indian classical dancer, choreographer, research scholar, teacher, writer and philanthropist. She was the first non-resident Keralite to win the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award for Mohiniyattom. She learnt Kuchipudi, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali and other dance forms. Early years and education Kalamandalam Radhika was born in Bangalore to K.K Nair, a chartered accountant. She started learning dancing at the age of three under Guru Rajan, and later learnt Kathakali from Muttar Sri. Narayana Panicker and mridhangamvaitharis from Guru Ponniahpillai. In the late 1960s, she moved to Cheruthuruthy and stayed at the Kalamandalam for four years. Under the wings of Chinnammu Amma, Kalamandalam Sathyabhama and Kalamandalam Padmanabhan Nair she was moulded into a skilled performer. Her tutelage under the late Kalamandalam Kalyani Kutty Amma and her training under Kalamandalam Padmanabha Ashan in Kathakali honed her skills. Dancer and choreographer She has con ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bangalore
Bengaluru, also known as Bangalore (List of renamed places in India#Karnataka, its official name until 1 November 2014), is the Capital city, capital and largest city of the southern States and union territories of India, Indian state of Karnataka. As per the 2011 Census of India, 2011 census, the city had a population of 8.4 million, making it the List of cities in India by population, third most populous city in India and the most populous in South India. The Bengaluru metropolitan area had a population of around 8.5 million, making it the List of million-plus urban agglomerations in India, fifth most populous urban agglomeration in the country. It is located near the center of the Deccan Plateau, at a height of above sea level. The city is known as India's "Garden City", due to its parks and greenery. Archaeological artifacts indicate that the human settlement in the region happened as early as 4000 Common Era, BCE. The first mention of the name "Bengalooru" is from an ol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Safari TV
Safari TV is an Indian non-profit free to air television channel broadcasting in Malayalam language. It is an exploration channel based in Marangattupilly, Kottayam, Kerala. The channel is part of Safari Multimedia Pvt.Ltd, India. A TV channel running without advertising, Safari TV does not accept ads. Safari showcases the world through travelogues, explorations and programs highlighting history. Safari TV Channel has production facilities and studios in Marangattupilly and Marine Drive, Ernakulam. History Safari TV was launched by Santhosh George Kulangara on 1 November 2013. Branding The Swahili word ''safari'' means journey. It originated from the Arabic word ''safar''. These words became used for any type of journey. The theme song, ''Neelakasha pookkal nullan'' was written by poet P. K. Gopi, composed and sung by Nandhu Kartha. Programmes Safari TV presents diverse programmes that provide entertainment and knowledge. It offers a variety of genres includ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Innathe Chintha Vishayam
''Innathe Chinthavishayam'' () is a 2008 Indian Malayalam-language family drama film written and directed by Satyan Anthikad. The film, produced by Antony Perumbavoor through Aashirvad Cinemas, stars Mohanlal and Meera Jasmine. The film's score and songs were composed by Ilayaraja. The film is based on the scenario of increased divorces in modern-day Kerala middle class society. The film was released on 12 April 2008. Plot The first family: Dr. Murali Krishnan, a successful dentist in the city is a womanizer. He hides his activities from his wife Treesa, by assigning male contact names for the ladies in his mobile. One fine day he is in a tight corner with Treesa raiding his mobile contacts. For evading the conflicts associated, he walks out of her life, and also his daughter Lakshmi. Treesa became a driving instructor. Meanwhile, Treesa punishes Ranjan Philip, a womanizer who continuously follows and disturbs her by making him naked in a street, taking away his dress and ke ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ritu (2009 Film)
''Ritu'' () is a 2009 Indian Malayalam-language film directed by Shyamaprasad. The original screenplay was written by Joshua Newtonn. It was the first time Shyamaprasad made a film based on an original screenplay, as all his previous films were adaptations of published novels or plays. It is now widely acclaimed as the 'coming of age' of Malayalam cinema.It was the debut movie of Asif Ali. Plot ''Ritu'' is about three youngsters growing up together and betraying each other. The story follows the lives of three childhood friends: Sunny Immatty ( Asif Ali), Sarath Varma ( Nishan K. P. Nanaiah), and Varsha John ( Rima Kallingal). The trio were almost inseparable as friends and grew up in the same neighborhood in love, bonding, and innocence. They shared the dream of journeying together in life forever. Sarath leaves for the United States to help his brother-in-law with his business. He also aspires to write a book someday. But still, he clings on to the memories of the good ol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kadha Thudarunnu
''Kadha Thudarunnu'' () is a 2010 Indian Malayalam-language family drama film written and directed by Sathyan Anthikad. The film stars Jayaram, Mamta Mohandas and Anikha Surendran in the lead role, while Asif Ali in a cameo appearance. Rediff.com In the film, Vidyalakshmi struggles to lead a normal life with her daughter after the brutal murder of her husband. However, meeting Preman, an auto-rickshaw driver, changes her life for the better. ''Kadha Thudarunnu'' was Sathyan Anthikad's fiftieth film as a director and also the debut production of TrueLine Cinema's Thankachan Emmanuel. Plot Vidyalakshmi, a scion of a rich[...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Veeraputhran
''Veeraputhran'' () is a 2011 Malayalam historical film directed by P. T. Kunju Muhammed based on the story written by N. P. Mohammed, which is based on the life of Indian Freedom fighter and anti-Colonial activist Mohammed Abdul Rahiman (1898 – 1945). The film focuses on the anti-Colonial movements in present-day Kerala during British raj. The film has Narain as Mohammed Abdul Rahiman and Raima Sen as Rahiman's wife Kunhi Beevathu. The cast also includes Lakshmi Gopalaswamy, Siddique, Kalabhavan Mani, Sai Kumar, Devan, Valsala Menon, and Sajitha Madathil. Plot The film is about the eventful history of Malabar during India's independence struggle. The film primarily focusses on the life of Mohammed Abdul Rahiman, a freedom fighter and Congress leader, known for leading the Khilafat Movement. It covers the period in Malabar history starting with the arrival of Abdul Rahiman in Kerala at the age of 23, after discontinuing his education in Aligarh, up to his demise in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ordinary (film)
''Ordinary'' is a 2012 Indian Malayalam-language comedy drama film directed by Sugeeth in his directorial debut and written by Nishad K. Koya and Manu Prasad. The film stars Kunchacko Boban, Biju Menon, Asif Ali and Shritha Sivadas. The music was composed by Vidyasagar. The film follows the life of a driver and conductor of a K.S.R.T.C. bus that travels from Pathanamthitta to the village of Gavi via Angamoozhy. The film was released in India on 17 March 2012, and received positive response from audience. The film was a blockbuster at the box office. The film was remade in Tamil as '' Jannal Oram'' by Karu Pazhaniappan and in Telugu as '' Right Right''. Plot Iravi Kuttan Pillai, from Thrissur, is appointed in KSRTC as a bus conductor and is assigned Pathanamthitta – Gavi route for his first posting. Gavi is a picturesque small village inside a forest with a small local population, many of whom travel daily to Pathanamthitta for work. Situated near the reservoir of a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chapters (film)
''Chapters'' is a 2012 Indian Malayalam-language film written and directed by debutant director Sunil Ibrahim. The dialogues were written by duo M. R. Vibin and Suhail Ibrahim. The film features an ensemble cast consisting of Sreenivasan, Nivin Pauly, Hemanth Menon, Vijeesh, Dharmajan Bolgatty, Vineeth Kumar, Shine Tom Chacko, Aju Varghese, Riya Saira, Rejith Menon, Gauthami Nair, K. P. A. C. Lalitha, and Lena. In a narrative structure similar to hyperlink cinema, the film consists of four "chapters", each related to the other in some or the other way. The film is produced by Shafeer Sait under the banner of Qurban Films in association witCampus Oaksand features music composed by Mejo Joseph. The cinematography is handled by Krish Kymal and editing by V. Saajan. Campus Oaks is an entertainment company, conceptualised and driven by students of the 1995 batch of NSS College of Engineering, Palakkad. The film was released on 7 December 2012 to positive reviews. Plot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gramam
''Gramam'' (''Namma Gramam'') is an Indian bilingual film written, directed and produced by actor-producer Mohan Sharma. It was simultaneously made in Malayalam and Tamil languages under the titles ''Gramam'' and ''Namma Gramam'', respectively. It stars Nishan, Samvrutha, Nedumudi Venu, Sukumari Nair, Mohan Sharma, Y. G. Mahendraa, Nalini and Fathima Babu. The film, which was well received by critics upon its screening at various film festivals, won two National Film Awards and two Kerala State Film Awards among other laurels. ''Gramam'' is the first part of a trilogy on the Palakkad Brahmin community. Set between 1937 and 1947, the film is about a child widow and how she fights societal conventions. The second and third parts of the trilogy will be respectively set between 1947-1962 and 1962–1975. The film got released in Kerala on 10 August 2012. Sukumari received the National award for Best Supporting actress in 2010 for her sensitive portrayal. Cast Awards ; Nation ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Innale Vare
''Innale Vare'' () is an Indian Malayalam-language thriller film, which is directed by Jis Joy and produced by Mathew George. The film stars Antony Varghese, Nimisha Sajayan and Asif Ali in lead roles. The film was directly released on SonyLIV OTT platform on 9 June 2022. Plot Adhi Shankar is a leading actor in Malayalam film industry. He has made a number of enemies with his arrogant behavior and womanizing ways. He has a serious relationship with a retailer, Aishu, while having a sexual affair with married co-actor, Karthika Lakshmi. He also disappoints multiple movie producers and is under severe financial pressure. One day, he gets tricked by Anjali, posing as a fan, and held captive in her flat. Together with her co-conspirator, Sharath, Anjali manages to hold Adishankar captive for a few days while controlling his life by accessing his smart phone. They thwart Aadhi's efforts to escape. The duo destroys Adhi's personal life as well by using his social media account a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Valatty
''Valatty: Tale of Tails'' () is a 2023 Indian Malayalam-language adventure-comedy romance film written and directed by Devan Jayakumar and produced by Vijay Babu of Friday Film House. It stars Mahima Nambiar, Rohini and Vijay Babu in lead roles and also features the voices of Roshan Mathew, Raveena Ravi, Soubin Shahir, Sunny Wayne, Indrans, Naslen K Gafoor and Aju Varghese. According to the makers, ''Valatty'' is the first Indian film to use real dogs as actors without VFX. Plot Tomy is a golden retriever owned by Roy who falls in love with Amalu, a cocker spaniel owned by a neighbouring family headed by Swamy. Following Tomy's frequent interactions with Amalu, Swamy visits Roy and expresses his concerns. One day, Swamy learns from Anand, his future son-in-law, that Amalu is pregnant. Swamy and his mother suspect that Tomy is responsible for Amalu's pregnancy, and eventually, both Tomy and Amalu get locked up in their houses by their respective owners. Tomy's friend ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DD Malayalam
DD Malayalam is an Indian Malayalam-language free to air television channel operated by Doordarshan, India's national broadcaster. Originally known as DD4, the channel was rebranded as DD Malayalam after 1995. It serves as one of the 11 regional language channels run by Doordarshan, catering specifically to the Malayalam-speaking population. The channel operates from its headquarters located in Kudappanakunnu, a suburb of Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. As a regional broadcaster, DD Malayalam plays a pivotal role in disseminating information, entertainment, and educational content tailored to the cultural and linguistic identity of Kerala. The channel broadcasts through satellite in the name DD Malayalam and through terrestrial in the name DD Malayalam. The channel has its main studio in Thiruvananthapuram and an auxiliary studio in Kochi. In terrestrial mode, DD Malayalam is available to 99.2% of the population of Kerala. The satellite broadcast was started ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
