By C.K. Sanjay Kumar The quality of any cultural event is determined by the creative content infused into the performance by the performers. When this essential element is incorporated within the traditional framework and rendered religiously, the performance becomes a well-orchestrated ritual exercise. Such an episode was experienced at Ganabharathi auditorium, Kuvempunagar, on 13th September….
On the concluding day of the music series at 8th Cross, V.V. Mohalla, brothers Hemantha and Heramba gave a flute recital. These lads are the most promising flautists in the Karnatak music scenario today. The twins have just graduated (BE in Information Science). They learnt flute from A.V. Prakash of Mysuru initially and have been…
By Gouri Satya, Sr.Journalist Mysore Palace is one of the most elegant buildings about which every Mysurean, nay, Indian should take pride. The fact that it has been drawing footfalls exceeding those visiting the world-famous Taj Mahal in Agra shows what a grand structure the Mysore Palace is. But the century-old structure is raising concern…
By Shadan Muneer Dasara is that time of the year when Mysuru skies take on varied hues, streets across the city dazzle with beautiful decor, festivities galore and the excitement is palpable at every shining corner. Mysuru lives up to its sobriquet of Royal City and Dasara is the best time of the year to…
Regardless of the style, area or theme, it’s always nice to have a green space in your house that allows you to stay connected with nature. Lush, well-tended gardens — whether they adorn humble cottages or sprawling estates — add beauty and personality to any property and truly make a house into a home. Homes…
He is among the elite group of singers who have created a sensation in the world of music. Having been widely followed across the world, Mohit Chauhan is one such singer who has been able to captivate the pulse of the youth with a mixture of modern-day music and Sufi. He also has the credit…
Complex calisthenics performed with ease by a set of 36 boys and girls from Bagalkot By Rajkumar Bhavasar In 1936, a group of 35 acrobats left from India for Berlin to demonstrate Mallakhamba, the Indian sport that’s probably the toughest in the world. Hitler himself honoured the 35 acrobats who showcased Mallakhamba at the 1936…
By V. Shourabh George Bernard Shaw has rightly said there is no love sincerer than the love of food. With craving for various varieties and a treat for the taste buds, Mysureans are in for a food carnival at the ongoing Mysuru Dasara Aahara (Food) Melas. The Food Mela has been organised at two places…
By V. Shourabh Kusti or wrestling has its roots dug deep in Mysore since the time of Kings. The erstwhile rulers patronised this sport and Kusti has enjoyed a royal heritage status. With a loin cloth firmly fastened around the waist, Pailwans engage in Naada Kusti. This city that was once a hub of wrestling…
By Dr. S.N. Bhagirath [Continued from yesterday] A similar episode concerned a rich Chettiar businessman in Mysore by the name of Sahukar Channaiah. When Channaiah suffered substantial losses in his later years, he went into depression and ill health. Bidaram Krishnappa (Chowdaiah’s Guru) sang for Sahukar Channaiah for a couple of weeks, apparently hastening his…
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