28 Feb 2011

Kollywood News

What is Vijay’s role in Manirathnam’s film?



What is Vijay’s role in Manirathnam’s film?       
          
          Vijay is donning an important role in the new film to be directed by Manirathnam. The new film is being adapted from the famous classical novel Ponniyin Selvan written by Kalki. Vijay is donning the role of Vandiya Devan Vallavarayan. This character was adored by all the people who read this novel.
Vikram, Vishal and Telugu actor Mahesh Babu are also donning important roles in this film. Now Manirathnam is busy in selecting suitable heroines for these heroes. Manirathnam while speakingabout this said,” This film will be a different success. I am taking lots of efforts for this film. I am also selecting other actors and actresses who would suit the roles in the story. All the characters in this film have significance.”

     

21 Feb 2011

Tansen Music Festival



Tansen Music Festival is organized every year in the city of Gwalior to honor the great classical musician, Tansen. Check out dates and venue for Tansen Sangeet Sammelan/Samaroh in Gwalior.


Tansen Music Festival
Start Date3 December 2010
End Date6 December 2010
Organized byMadhya Pradesh Kala Parishad.
Live Performances byIndian Classical Musicians.
VenueTansen Tomb in Gwalior.
LocationGwalior, Madhya Pradesh

This cultural festival is dedicated to the pillar of Indian classical music, the great Tansen. The place where this great musician lies buries, Tansen Tomb, in Gwalior is the venue of a music festival held annually in November - December. Gwalior is the place that has retained the rich classical music tradition and Tansen devotion to music laid to the foundation of what is known as the Gwalior gharana style with its unique dhrupad classical form. Khayal was also refined from the Gwalior gharana only.

Tansen Samaroh is noted for its unique compositions in Indian classical style and forceful performances. Organized by the Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad, the Tansen festival of music, the event is a unique four day show for the music lovers of the country to experience the superb melody rendered by the great exponents of Indian classical music. The most prestigious Tansen honour (samman) for the long time devotionand contribution to Hindustani classic music is also awarded on this occasion.

20 Feb 2011

Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011 Schedule


Schedule of live performances in Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011. Cultural Events and dance shows in Dance Festival of Khajuraho, India.


Check out day by day events in the coming Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011 starting from February. Live performances include Odissi and Bharatnatyam by famous Indian classical dancers.





Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011
February 2011
Gajendra PandaOdissi Group
Malvika MitraKathak Solo
February 2011
Geeta ChandranBharatnatyam Solo
Darshana JhaveriManipuri Group
February 2011
Vijaylaxmi ShivajiMohiniattam Solo
Vasanti VaishnavKathak Solo
February 2011
Group Dance PerformanceManipuri Pungcholam-Joy Singh-Group
Satriya-K.D. Goswami-Group
Purulia Chhau-Chinidas Mohato-Group
March 2011
Maneesha SatheKathak Solo
C.V. ChandrashekharBharatnatyam Solo
March 2011
Kalamandalam N.R. GramprakashKathkali Group
Kiran SehgalOdissi Group
Ishira & Moulik ShahKathak Duet
March 2011
Vaijayanti KashiKuchipudi Solo
Rajendra GanganiKathak Group

19 Feb 2011

Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011


Khajuraho Festival of Dances is organized by Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad every year. Check out Dates for Khajuraho Dance Festival 2011


Start Date25 February 2011
End Date02 March 2011
Organized byMadhya Pradesh Kala Parishad.
Live Performances byIndian Classical Dancers from all over India.
VenueChitragupta Temple and Vishwanatha Temple, Khajuraho.
LocationKhajuraho, Madhya Pradesh



Khajuraho Festival of Dances - The famous temples of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh are famous for its archaeological excellence. The temples were built during the Chandela Dynasty between 250 and 1050 AD. The Temples of Khajuraho strike a perfect balance between architecture and sculpture. In the year 1986, UNESCO designated this group of temples as a world heritage site. Khajuraho Temples are very famous among tourist coming to India on cultural Tours. Every year in the month of February - March, Khajuraho Dance Festival is organized by the Kala Parishad under the Madhya Pradesh government. Famous Classical Dancers from all over India performs during this Dance festival at Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh. The aim of organizing this event is to promote cultural heritage and traditional dances of India.

Dancers from abroad also perform during this week long festival in Madhya Pardesh. Live performances of classical dances like Kathak, Kuchipudi, Odissi, Bharatnatyam, Manipuri and Mohniattam are the major attractions of these dance festival. The Khajuraho Dance Festival is internationally recognized by international dancers and academies. A large number of foreign tourists come to India for a culturally enriched show of classical dances like Khajuraho Festival of Dances.
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18 Feb 2011

Muslim Festivals 2011


Muslims Festivals in India are celebrated all throughout the year based on Islamic Calendar. Know more on famous Muslims/Islam Festivals in India for year 2011

Muslim Festivals Calender - Muslims forms an important part of India's unique culture and tradition. Muslims in India follow and celebrate all famous Muslim holidays that are celebrated in different parts of the world. These Muslim Holidays in India are based on Islam Calendar and there dates keep on changing every year. Some of these festivals are marked by death anniversaries and birth of prominent Muslims like Prophet Muhammad.

The famous Muslim festivals that are celebrated in India are Ramzan (Ramadan), Muharram, Id-e-Milad and Bakr-id. Prayers are offered in the mosques and sweets are distributed among friends and relatives. Ramzan is the most important Muslim festival in India celebrated with lots of enthusiasm and fun. This festival starts with fasting for 40 days. Muslims areas in India becomes lively and bright towards the night as compared to day time. Eid prayers are offered for 4 to 5 times in a day. Almost all the institutions, colleges and universities including government offices in India remains closed on this Muslim Holidays. Ramzan is the most important of these holidays in India. India is the second most populous Muslim country in Asia.



Muslims Festivals Calendar 2011

February 201115TuesdayMilad un Nabi
(Birthday of the Prophet), Sunni
February 201120SundayMilad un Nabi, Shia
August 201101MondayRamadan Begins
August 201130TuesdayId-Ul-Fitr, Ramadan Ends
November 201106SundayEid-Ul-Adha
November 201126SaturdayAl-Hijira/ Muharram begins
December 201105MondayAshura

17 Feb 2011

Sikh Festivals 2011


Sikh Festival Calender 2011 features Sikh/Punjabi Holidays for the year 2011 with there Dates. Check out Dates for Punjabi Festivals in 2011.




Sikh Festivals in India - Sikhism is one of the important religions in India and there are many festivals celebrated by Sikh/Punjabi community. Most of the Sikh festivals are events to commensurate the birth and teachings of 10 gurus of Sikhs and their teachings. The birthdays of all Gurus especially the first and last Sikh Guru is celebrated on a grand level. The other festivals that hold significant importance in Sikh festival calendar are Baisakhi, Hola Mohalla and Diwali. Know more on famous Sikh holidays and festivals celebrated by Sikhs and Punjabis all over India and worldwide.


Also check out 12 Months of a Sikh Calender





Sikh Festival Calender 2011

Sikh Holiday Dates in 2011
January 201105WednesdayBirthday of Guru Gobind Singh
13ThursdayLohri
31MondayBirthday of Guru Har Rai (Nanakshahi calendar)
March 201120SundayHola Mohalla
April 201114ThursdayBaisakhi (Khalsa)
18MondayBirthday of Guru Angad Dev (Nanakshahi calendar)
18MondayBirthday of Guru Tegh Bahadur (Nanakshahi calendar)
May 201102MondayBirthday of Guru Arjan Dev (Nanakshahi calendar)
23MondayBirthday of Guru Amar Das (Nanakshahi calendar)
June 201116ThursdayMartyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev (Nanakshahi calendar)
July 201105TuesdayBirthday of Guru Hargobind (Nanakshahi calendar)
23SaturdayBirthday of Guru Har Krishen (Nanakshahi calendar)
October 201109SundayBirthday of Guru Ram Das (Nanakshahi calendar)
26WednesdayDiwali
November 201110ThursdayGuru Nanak Jayanti
24ThursdayMartyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur (Nanakshahi calendar)


16 Feb 2011

Hindu Festivals 2011





The religion of Hinduism is all about fasts, feasts and festivals. Celebrate Hindu Festivals in 2011 with our Hindu Festival Calendar







Hindu Festivals Calender - There are many Hindu festivals celebrated throughout the country with equal passion and devotion. The Hindu festivals in India involve lots of customs and rituals. There is a distinctive festival for every event of one's life and for season. Some of the Hindu festivals are region and community specific depending on the importance a certain God enjoys like Onam is celebrated only by Keralites. There are many Hindu festivals like Deepawali to Holi, Raksha Bandhan to Lohri, all full of color, fun and a deep religious importance.



Hindu Religious Celebrations in 2011




Hindu Holidays Calender 2011

January 201113ThursdayLohri
14FridayMakar Sankranti
14FridayPongal
February 201102WednesdayMauni Amavasya
08TuesdayVasant Panchami
March 201103ThursdayMahashivratri
20SundayHoli
20SundayHola Mohalla
April 201104MondayBikrami Samvat (Hindu New Year)
12TuesdayRam Navmi
14ThursdayBaisakhi
18MondayHanuman Jayanti
23SaturdayAkshaya Tritiya/ Akha Teej
June 201121TuesdayGanga Dussehra
July 201103SundayRath Yatra
15FridayGuru Poornima
August 201104ThursdayNaag Panchami
13SaturdayRakhi / Raksha Bandhan
22MondayKrishna Janmashtami
September 201101ThursdayOnam
01ThursdayGanesh Chaturathi
28WednesdayNavratras begin
October 201106ThursdayDussehra
16SundayKarva Chauth
24MondayDhan Teras
26WednesdayDiwali
27ThursdayGovardhan Puja
28FridayBhai Duj
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15 Feb 2011

Indian Festival Calendar 2011



Given below is a complete calendar of Indian festivals in 2011. The festival calendar also provides information on Indian festival dates in 2011.


Indian Festivals in 2011 - India, the land of rich culture and history, has plentiful of festivals celebrated with lots of joy, gaiety, rituals and zest. Every region and religion of India has its own set of festivals meant to remember and commensurate the birthdays and great deeds of deities, heroes and saints. Diwali, Independence Day and Eid-ul-fitr are some of the major festivals in India.







Indian Festivals Calendar 2011

January 2011
01SaturdayNew Year
05WednesdayGuru Govind Singh Jayanti
13ThursdayLohri
14FridayMakar Sankranti
14FridayPongal
26WednesdayRepublic Day
February 2011
02WednesdayMauni Amavasya
03ThursdayChinese New Year
08TuesdayVasant Panchami
14MondayValentines Day
15TuesdayMilad un Nabi (Birthday of the Prophet), Sunni
20SundayMilad un Nabi, Shia
March 2011
03ThursdayMahashivratri
20SundayHoli
20SundayHola Mohalla
21MondayNavroz
28MondayKhordad Sal (Birth of Prophet Zaranhushtra in Fasli Calendar)
April 2011
03SundayMothering Sunday (UK)s
04MondayGudi Padva
04MondayBikrami Samvat (Hindu New Year)
12TuesdayRam Navmi
14ThursdayBaisakhi
17SundayMahavir Jayanti
17SundayPalm Sunday (Western)
17SundayPalm Sunday (Orthodox)
18MondayHanuman Jayanti
19TuesdayPassover (Till 25th April)
22FridayGood Friday
24SundayEaster
May 2011
08SundayMother's Day
17TuesdayBuddha Jayanti / Buddha Purnima
June 2011
16ThursdayMartyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev (Nanakshahi Calendar)
19SundayFather's Day
21Ganga Dussehra
July 2011
03SundayRath Yatra
15FridayGuru Poornima
20WednesdayJamshedi Noruz (Zoroastrian New Year in Qadimi Calendar)
August 2011
01MondayRamadan Begins
04ThursdayNaag Panchami
07SundayFriendship Day
13SaturdayRakhi /Raksha Bandhan
15MondayIndependence Day
22MondayKrishna Janmashtami
30TuesdayId-Ul-Fitr, Ramadan Ends
September 2011
01ThursdayGanesh Chaturathi
01ThursdayOnam
05MondayTeachers Day
28WednesdayNavaratra Begins
October 2011
02SundayGandhi Jayanti
06ThursdayDussehra
16SundayKarva Chauth
24MondayDhan Teras
26WednesdayDiwali
27ThursdayGovardhan Puja
28FridayBhai Duj
31MondayHalloween
November 2011
06SundayEid-Ul-Adha
10ThursdayGuru Nanak Jayanti
14MondayChildren's Day
24ThursdayThanksgiving Day
26SaturdayAl-Hijira, Muharram Begins
December 2011
20TuesdayHanukkah
25SundayChristmas

14 Feb 2011

Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2011



Nehru Trophy Boat Race is organized annually in the first week of August near the Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha (Kerala). Check outDates for Nehru Trophy Boat Race 2011.


Nehru Trophy Boat Race Alappuzha 2011
Start DateAug-2011
End DateAug-2011
VenuePunnamada Lake, Alappuzha, Kerala
LocationAlappuzha/Alleppey in Kerala.
CountryIndia
Nehru Trophy Boat Race, Alappuzha- The Nehru Boat Race is Kerala's most looked forward to sporting event, and attended by participants and tourists from across the state's borders. Held at Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha on the second Saturday of August every year, the event took shape after such an affair was organised in honour of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his visit to Kerala in 1952. Prime Minister Nehru enjoyed the thrill of being part of the snake-boat race, and announced a rolling trophy to the winner.

The snake boat or 'chundan vallam' ploughs through the lake's waters, gaily decorated with flags and silk parasols. Traditionally, these snake boats were used in battle and measure between 60 to 65 metres. The snake-shaped boat has the capacity to carry more than a hundred passengers.

During the race, each snake boat has 95 oarsmen, five 'amarakkar' or controllers, and ten 'nilakkar' or cheerleaders. Vanchipattu, or songs with very catchy beats are sung by about ten singers on board, keep the boatmen's spirits high. These beats have devotional and mythological themes.

Apart from the snake boats, other country boats like the Iruttukuthy, Vaipu and Churulan also participate in the race. The Iruttukuthy boat is designed primarily for night transportation and speed. The Vaipu was designed as a service boat for other boats at war, with one end higher than the other, and a capacity of 40-45 persons only. The Churulan has a similar capacity, but stands out because of its circular shape.

The 4850 ft long Boat Race invites participation from women and children in equal measure. Preparations for the event start months in advance, commencing with lubrication of the vessel with sardine oil. Practice sessions for the participants begin months ahead, who also undertake certain vows before taking over the oars.


13 Feb 2011

Festivals in Madhya Pradesh



The state of Madhya Pradesh celebrates some of the famous fairs and festivals in India. Check out cultural celebrations and festivals in state of Madhya Pradesh.

Fairs and Festivals in Madhya Pradesh: Madhya Pradesh is home to some of the most beautiful fairs and festivals in central India. Here are religious festivals having mythological origins, those that mark the seasons, others commemorate a local deity or a hero. The festivals celebrated in the state makes an effort to bring out the local tribal art and culture in the national market. These festivals showcase the heritage and culture of the region. Some of the largest and most popular festivals in Madhya Pradesh are briefed here:

Lokrang Festival - The five day long festival of Lokrang in Bhopal begins every year on 26th January (the republic day). It is a cultural exposition organised by Madhya Pradesh Adivasi Lok Kala Academy. The main features of the Lokrang are folk and tibal dances, classical dances, performing art form, exhibition and presentation of art and craft and cultural presentations from abroad also are a big draw.

Khajuraho Dance Festival - The famous temples of Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh are famous for its archaeological excellence. The temples were built during the Chandela Dynasty between 250 and 1050 AD.

Tansen Sangeet Samaroh - This cultural festival is dedicated to the pillar of Indian classical music, the great Tansen. The place where this great musician lies buries, Tansen Tomb, in Gwalior is the venue of a music festival held annually in November - December.


Festivals in Madhya Pradesh 2010

Festival / Event in Madhya PradeshLocation / PlaceDetails
Festival of DancesKhajurahoIndian Classical Dance Performance
Akhil Bharatiya Kalidas SamarohUjjainLiterary Presentations along with dramas and Indian Classical Dance programmes.
Tansen Sangeet SamarohGwaliorIndian Classical Vocal and Musical performances.
Dhrupad SamarohBhopalVocal perfromaces of Dhrupad style of Indian Classical Music.
Allauddin Khan Sangeet SamarohMaihar, SatnaIndian Classical Music.
Ameer Khan FestivalIndoreIndian Classical performances.
Rashtriya Hindi Natya SamarohBhopalHind's Best Drama's performances.
Pachmarhi UtsavPachmarhiIndian Folk Art's performances.
Mandu UtsavMandu
Orchha UtsavOrchha
Keshav Jayanti SamarohOrchhaLiterary Presenatation.
Alauddin Khan VyakhyanmalaBhopalLectures based on Classical Music.
Muktibodh SamarohBhindLiterary Programmes.
Bhavbhuti SamarohGwaliorSanskrit's Literary Programmes.
Malwa UtsavUjjain & IndoreFolk Arts and Indian Classical Music.
Makhanlal Chaturvedi SamarohJabalpurLiterary Programmes.
Rashtriya Ramleela MelaDifferent Parts of MPCountry's Best Ramleela Mandlis Performance.
Pt. Balkrishna Sharma "Naveen" SamarohHindi Literary Programmes.
Rajshekhar SamarohSanskrit Literary Programmes.
Lokrang SamarohBhopalIndian Folk Art's Presentation and performance.
Pt. Kumar Gandharva SamarohDharSanskrit Literary Programmes.
Padmakar SamarohHindi Literary Programmes.
Bhoj SamarohDharSanskrit Literary Programmes.
Shankari SamarohThroughout Madhya PradeshSanskrit Literary Programs
Kabir SamarohAll over Madhya PradeshFolk Arts, Music, Dances and Literary Programmes.
Rashtriya Alankaran SamarohBhopalDistribution of Cultural Awards
Jagar SamarohIndian Classical and Folk Arts Display.
Krishna Rao SamarohGwaliorIndian Classical Music.
Pandit SamarohPerformances.
M.P. Sangeet SamarohThroughout Madhya PradeshNimar Utsav, Maheshwar Indian Folk and Classical Performances.
Bharat BhawanBhopalVarious Folk arts exhibition and performances throughout the year.
Subhadra Kumari Chauhan SamarohHindi Literary Programmes and performances.
Film FestivalBhopalFilms from India and Abroad.
* This festival calendar has been taken from MP tourism board for tourist information.




Sindhu Darshan Festival 2011



Sindu Darshan Festival is held every year on the banks of River Sindhu in Leh, India. Get to know more on dates and venue for Sindu Darshan Festival 2011.


Sindhu Darshan Festival Dates 2011
Start DateJune - 2011
End DateJune - 2011
Live Performances byArtists from different parts of India.
VenuRiver Sindhu in Leh.
LocationLadak, India.
Sindhu Darshan Festival 2011 - Sindu Darshan Festival is celebrated on the banks of river Sindhu in the month of June every year. The festival celebration goes on for three days in Ladakh. Sindu Darshan Festival is celebrated to show Indus River as an example of communal harmony and peace in India. The festival is one of the major events in Ladakh and invites a large number of tourists from different parts of the world. The festival is organized every year in the Leh. Sindhu Darshan festival was first organised in October 1997.

People from different places of the country participate in the annual Sindhu Darshan Festival. The festival is held on the banks of Indus River symbolizes unity in diversity in India. People from different religions and regions performs together thereby depicting multi-dimensional culture of India. Artists take part in various cultural programs held during the Sindhu Darshan Festival in Ladakh. On the first day of Sindhu Darshan Festival, a mega reception ceremony is organised by various Religious Association.