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The Kalarang festival will be held from October 12 to 16 at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao The Kalarang festival 2023 that aims to bring national talent to the Goan audience is back again with five days of events including two theatre performances. The festival will be held at the Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, from October 12 till 16 and is being organised by the Directorate of Art and Culture, Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, and the Kalangan Centre for Performing Arts, Margao. The inaugural which will be done at the hands of film actress Padma Shri Asha Parekh with minister for art and culture Govind Gaude presiding over the ceremony. Margao MLA Digambar Kamat and Fatorda MLA Vijai Sardesai will be the guests of honour. Post this, at 7.30 p.m., Swarpradnya Pandit Milind Raikar known for playing in a unique ‘gayaki style’ consisting of melodious, soothing, and soulful tones will present ‘Colors of Violin’, a violin symphony orchestra. He is the first Indian violinist to receive the Civitella Ranieri Fellowship, Italy, and to perform in ‘Bang On A Can’, New York. He has many albums to his credits such as ‘Guruvandana’ which was nominated for the GIMA 2015, Tranquility, and Milap to name a […]
XII Lusophone Film Festival from September 29
The Consulate-General of Portugal in Goa, Fundação Oriente, CLP-Camões, and Semana da Cultura Indo-Portuguesa (Goa) are all set to organise the first edition of ‘Momentos Indo-Portugueses 2023’. The inaugural ceremony will be held on September 29, 6 p.m. at ESG, Maquinez Palace, Auditorium I, Panaji. Consul General of Portugal in Goa Isabel Raimundo will deliver the opening address. This will be followed by the first movie screening of the XII Lusophone Film Festival, ‘A Costa dos Murmúrios’ (2004) by Margarida Cardoso at 6.30 p.m. Based on a novel by Lídia Jorge, ‘A Costa dos Murmúrios’ tells the story of a young woman Evita who arrives in Mozambique at the end of the 60s and finds herself in a country devastated by the colonial war with Portugal. The film festival will be held from September 29 till October 1 and includes ten films and documentaries, all having English subtitles. September 30 will have the screenings of ‘Alentejo, Alentejo’ (2 p.m.), ‘Chuva é Cantoria na Aldeia dos Mortos’ (4 p.m.), ‘O Ano da Morte de Ricardo Reis’ (6 p.m.) and ‘Mar’ (8 p.m.). The last day will see the screenings of ‘Fordlandia Malaise’ (2 p.m.), ‘Daniel & Daniela’ (2.45 p.m.), ‘O Pai […]
“Talent nullifies nepotism”: Siddhant Chaturvedi
Bollywood actor and writer Kalki Koechlin and Siddhant Chaturvedi kickstarted the fun and high energy session which was moderated by Kubra Sait by discussing the topic of bullying. “When people are picking on you, it’s a bad place to be in. You got to stand up one day and speak for yourself, said Siddhant Chaturvedi while addressing the crowd. Kalki added that “Abuse is different from bullying. For me, it was a process that went deep into my adult life. It was when I started questioning why I’m angry and rebellious, that I found my answers. Our generation is talking and coming out about feelings. The way we must raise the next generation should be my empowering them with tools to communicate.” The topic progressed to the struggles of an aspiring actor, staying relatable, relevant and inspired in life always, and objectification faced by both genders. “As actors, we are always giving. It’s important to replenish ourselves. Constantly. One has to fight the perils that the film industry comes with if you want to achieve your dreams. I was told I am credible and relatable and yet something was missing. I was casually suggested to get the right amount of […]
Miranda House to hit theatres on April 17
Konkani film director Rajendra Talak will be releasing his seventh film, a bilingual thriller–drama titled ‘Miranda House’ on Wednesday, April 17 across all theatres in Goa. The Marathi version of the film will be released in Maharashtra across 51 theatres. The film is produced by Rajendra Talak Creations in Konkani and Iris Production in Marathi. The entire film was shot in Goa at Margao, Betal Bhatim and Velsao. The cast of the film includes Pallavi Subhash, Milind Gunaji, Sainkeet Kamat, Prince Jacob, John DSilva, Audhoot Sahakari, Sanjay Talwadkar, Sanjiv Prabhu, Madhavi Desai, and Anil Raikar. Cinematographer Suraj Kurade who has worked as chief assistant DOP on films like Queen, Bodyguard, Stree, and others were roped in alongside the talented young editor Vardhan Dhaimodkar who worked as assistant editor for the Marathi film Naal, while Ashok Patki has created music for the film. In Goa, it will be released in all the Inox theatres, Panajim, Margao and Porvorim, Cine Vishant Margao, Z-square Panaji, K Sera Sera Vasco, Heera Talkies Bicholim, Cine Niagara Curchorem, Cine Paradise Kuncolim, Carnival cinema Ponda and Nandi cinema Pernem.
Rajendra Talak directed thriller ‘Miranda House’ set to release in April
After a hiatus of five years, film director Rajendra Talak will be releasing his seventh film, a bilingual thriller–drama titled ‘Miranda House’ in the month of April. The film is produced by Rajendra Talak Creations in Konkani and Iris Production in Marathi. The film was shot entirely in Goa in the month of October over a span of 15 days. Briefing the media about the upcoming film, Talak said that the film has a large Goan cast and crew and over the shooting period also came to know about the Goan roots of Milind Gunaji. “I had to take a long break before this film as my priority was addressing the concerns of filmmakers in Goa, revamping the Film Finance Scheme, scheduling festivals and other works related to the film fraternity of Goa” added Talak. Putting forth their views actor, Milind Gunaji said that “It is the first time that I’m doing a film in Konkani. There is so much creativity in Goa and all that has been utilised for this film. It was a great experience working in Goa.” For Sainkeet Kamat, a Goan actor who has attained popularity in Maharashtra for roles in serials like Tujha Majha Breakup […]
‘Questao De Cofusao’ to go international
The Konkani film ‘Questao De Cofusao’ is all set to release in auditoriums all over Goa from September 28 onwards. After its release in Goa, the film will also be screened internationally in the United Kingdom in Swindon, Brent, Southall, and Hounslow in the month of November. The movie is based on communal harmony which revolves around two families, who share a door–to–door neighbour relationship but also have a long ancestor rivalry with each other. Speaking during a press conference on Tuesday, producer of the film, Suchita Narvekar said: “Due to the lack of theaters in the state especially commercial ones, we have decided to release the movie in the auditoriums and halls located in villages. The whole idea behind releasing the movie in villages and local areas is to create awareness about Konkani films. It will also be a beneficial step for upcoming producers and directors as they can avail the infrastructure that is present in the state.” The movie will be released on September 28 at three venues Ravindra Bhavan-Curchorem, Panchayat Hall- Mardol and KTC hall- Valpoi at 7:30 p.m. On September 29 at Ravindra Bhavan- Sankhali and on September 30 at Ravindra Bhavan- Margao, both shows at […]
European Union Film Festival concludes with ‘A Wedding’
The European Union Film Festival that had started on August 19 concluded on August 31 with the film ‘A Wedding’ (Luxembourg). Actress Neena Kulkarni, who acted in the film was present for the screening. The 23rd edition of the festival was organized by the delegation of the European Union, was brought to the state by the Cinephile Film Club of Entertainment Society of Goa and has become an annual feature in the last few years. It was bouquet of 24 contemporary and award-winning European films from various countries like Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Lithuania, Croatia and Sweden. This year, the festival screened movies from varied genres ranging from comedy to gripping family drama, romance, and adventure, bringing some intriguing stories for all cinema enthusiasts.
A moving tribute to Sridevi
On the occasion of the National Award winning film festival to be held at Maquinez Palace from May 25 to June 7, a special car designed by Pune based Paridhi Bhati, Bhavana Varma, Tonu Sojatia, will be on display at Entertainment Society of Goa venue. It is a very unique and eye-catching car since its exterior is designed as a full-fledged ‘moving tribute’ to their idol Sridevi, who passed away in February. Working as social media PR with the National Film Archives of India (NFAI), Sojatia, along with her two friends, even designed a special logo incorporating an image of Sridevi – ‘Flying BhaToPa’, which the Kapoors admired. The ‘Flying BhaToPa’ participated in the Times Women’s Drive, an all-women safari in which female drivers from all over India drove to Goa on April 29. The three drove a return distance of 1,250 km on the Pune-Goa-Pune route over three days of the exclusive all-women safari. The Sridevi theme shows various moods of Sridevi – love, anger, innocence, and dance – with corresponding images from some of her most well-known films in Hindi and south Indian languages, including ‘Lamhe’, ‘Chandni’. The car tribute covers Sridevi’s entire film journey from the age […]
Commemorative Postage Stamp to be released on Goan Tiatr
To celebrate 125 years of tiatr, the government of Goa formed the ‘125th Anniversary of Tiatr Celebration Committee’ with Tomazinho Cardozo as its chairman. They have been behind many tiatr activities along with the felicitations of more than 600 tiatr artists. To commemorate 125 years of tiatr, this committee has decided to release a Postage Stamp on Tiatr Day celebrations which is to be held on 17th April 2018 at Kala Academy’s DMK Hall. The celebration will begin at 4 pm in the gardens of Kala Academy where both Tiatr artistes and tiatr fans can mingle together. At 5 pm, in the DMK Hall, the Postage Stamp will be released by Mr. H. C. Agrawal, Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra Region. Mr Govind Gaude will be the chief guest and Mr. John Claro Fernandes will be the guest of honour. Dr Vinodkumar, Postmaster General Goa Region, will also be present for the occasion. After the stamp’s release, 12 tiatr artistes who have helped in the development of tiatr will be felicitated. Following this, there will be a cultural programme which will include presentations from classic Tiatrs like ‘Ekuch Rosto’ and ‘Ghorachem Sukh’ along with renditions of memorable songs which were performed by tiatrists over the years. The […]
‘Shamburaje’ aims to get in Asia Book of Records
Art and Culture Department, Government of Goa and West Zone Cultural Center, Udaipur in collaboration with Bhagwati High School, Pernem will stage a mahanatya titled – ‘Shamburaje’ which is based on the life of the Maratha ruler– Sambhaji Maharaj; written by Neelangi Shinde and Directed by Jayandranath Haldankar. The mahanatya comprises a total number of 520 artists and 100 supporting staff members. The mahanatya will be staged at two venues; at Goa Engineering College on April 25, 26 and 27 from 7:00 p.m. onwards and at Copel Bhat, Quepem on May 4, 5 and 6 from 7:00 p.m. onwards. On April 25, Union Minister of State and Department of Art and Culture, Government of India, Mahesh Sharma will be the chief guest whereas on May 4 Governor of Goa, Mridula Sinha will preside as the chief guest. While briefing the media, Art and Culture Minister, Govind Gaude said that, since this drama comprises of 520 artistes it is recommended to Asia Book of Records, whose officials will be in the state to monitor this performance. Gaude also said that, the main aim of this drama is to put up a spotlight on the performance of young artistes and inspire other […]
3 Goan plays to be staged at the ‘8th Theatre Olympics’
The 8th edition of Theatre Olympics which will take place in India from February 18 will see 450 shows including 65 shows by international artistes, 600 ambient performances and 250 youth forum shows held in different parts of the country. This festival is organised by National School of Drama in collaboration with Ministry of Culture, Govt of India. Disclosing this at a press conference on Friday, the Minister for Art and Culture, Govind Gaude said that, it is a moment of pride for Goa as 3 plays (2 nataks and 1 tiatr) will be staged as part of Theatre Olympics. Out of 4,000 entries from Indian productions, 3 Goan plays made the cut, he stated. The 3 Goan plays that will be staged at the festival are; Blood Wedding, a Spanish play whose Konkani adaptation is done by Dr Prakash Vazrikar. The play depicts the cycle of life, the progression of time, choice, deception, fate and nature. ‘Oini Mith’ which is written by Menino Arajuo and directed by Jayendranath Haldankar showcases the issues of family planning, is the second drama from Goa to be staged. ‘Swapnavasavdatta’ a Sanskrit play, which is written by Mahakavi Bhasa and directed by Anagha Deshpande, […]
Feel the ‘Muzik’
As part of the ongoing Sur Jahan– World Peace Music festival, the Muzcikas band from Hungary conducted a workshop at Kala Academy, Panaji. The Muzsickas is a Hungarian folk music ensemble and their main motive is to bring the Hungary’s folk music to global limelight. The troupe members explained various instruments played in the Hungarian folk music such as, violin, citera, koboz, viola, mandolin, flute, gardon and drums. Istvan Berecz explained various folk dance forms and also taught audience a few steps of the ‘Csardas’ dance form. The ‘Csardas’ is characterized by a variation in tempo: it starts out slowly and ends on a very fast tempo.
A ‘Sneak- Peak’ into Ethiopian folk music
The Aste Tewodros band, which has members from Italy and Ethiopia, conducted a workshop at Kala Academy, Panaji on February 8. This workshop is a part of the ongoing Sur Jahan – the World Peace Music festival. The Aste Tewodros project was created by Gabriella Ghermandi, to bring together Ethiopian and Italian musicians to foster mutual dialogue and artistic creation. Ghermandi explained the various aspects of Ethiopian folk music and the types of instruments used. Ethiopian music is primarily based on a five tone scale system. This is known as a pentatonic scale. While most of the musicians use a pentatonic scale, some melodies may be based on scales with as few notes, which are common in Ethiopian folk music. Further Ghermandi spoke on the classical Ethiopian instruments used in folk music. The ‘krar’ which is a five- or six-stringed bowl-shaped lyre from Ethiopia is tuned to a pentatonic scale. The mesenqo is a single-stringed bowed lute commonly found in the musical traditions of Ethiopia, which is played with a bow much like a cello or violin. Along with the krar, this instrument is used by Ethiopian minstrels called azmaris. Although it functions in a purely accompaniment capacity in songs, […]
Kala Gaurav Puraskar
The Department of Art and Culture, Goa felicitated eminent personalities in the field of art and culture from the state of Goa on February 5 at Kala Academy, Panaji. The awards conferred were in the fields of Music, Dance, Drama, Tiatr, Folk art, Painting, Craft, Sculpture, Bhajan, Literature and Film. Speaking on the occasion the Minister for Art and Culture, Govind Gaude said that, this is not just a felicitation program but a conference of all artistes of Goa. “We all face lots of questions in our daily life and solving them is also a form of art”, Gaude added. Following are the list of winners of the Kala Gaurav Puraskar. Kala Gaurav Puraskar Awardees Field of Award Appa Yeshwant Shetye Drama Ramnath Atma Parab Bhajan Bhanudas Shanu Korgaokar Bhajan Chandrakant Baburao Naik Set Designer Dattatray Krishna Joshi Drama Narshiv Shivram Nagvekar Drama Sudan Vaikunth Naik Drama Lila Keshav Kadam Drama Usman Mohammad Khan Drama Rohidas Tukaram Naik Bhajan/Drama Datta J Palkar Folk Art Sitaram Vasu Palienkar Woodcraft Hilario Braganza Tiatr Andre Mesquita Tiatr Prashant Yeshwant Salgaonkar Folk Art Haridatta N Satarkar Folk Art Jose Filip Noronha Tiatr Antonio Alias Timothy Dias Tiatr Bosco Menezes Tiatr Krishnanath Vasudev Chari Music […]
Padmaavat- Film Review
As for the film, it doesn’t really work. Yes, visually it is stunning with top class production values and a good cast – but it comes to naught thanks to a weak screenplay co-written by Bhansali. The original story didn’t have much depth, to begin with, and it is diluted further here, and the characters are such that you don’t really care for any of them. The film is based on a 16th-century poem by Sufi poet Malik Mohammed Jayasi. In the poem, a parrot played an integral role, in the film it has been replaced by a spiritual guru. But that’s not the only change, there is a very little resemblance to Jayasi’s poem and the film. As for the Raj put valor and pride, there is an overdose in the film and this clearly a one-sided narrative. Which begs the question, what exactly are the protestors on the street against? As they say, you can wake a man if he is sleeping, you can’t wake him if he is pre-tending to sleep. Early on in the film, we are introduced to princess Padmavati (the Central Board for Film Certification and Name Changing has changed the name only in […]
