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Vol.19 No. 5. May - 2018

[email protected] 1 2 RECIPIENT OF PADMABHUSHANA DR. B. SAROJA DEVI NATIONAL AWARD FOR THE YEAR 2018 – SHRI. S.V. RAJENDRA SINGH BABU

acted as a child artist in the film ‘Bhakta Cheta’. He made his debut as a Director with the film ‘Nagakanye’ in 1975 followed by Nagarahole and Kiladi Jodi which received audience acclaim. ‘Antha’ in 1980 paved a new path for cinema. His 1984 film ‘Bandana’ was judged the Best feature Film in Sri. Rajendra Singh Babu Kannada at the 32nd National Film Awards. ‘Mera Faisla’, Kannada Film Industry’s ‘Sharara’, ‘Ek se bhale do’ most celebrated Director and were some films directed Producer S.V. Rajendra Singh by Babu that received accolades. (Babu) was born on 22 October Returning to 1952. His illustrious father after a brief hiatus with ‘Bannada Shankar Singh through his Gejje’, Babu brought out the Mahatma Pictures gave this film trauma of World War II through industry a strong Foundation. his film ‘Muttina Haara’. ‘Maha His mother Smt. Prathima Devi Kshatriya’, ‘Mungaarina Minchu’, was a prominent actress too. ‘Hoovu Hannu’, ‘Hima Paatha’, Rajendra Singh (Babu) ‘Kaanchana Ganga’ were a series imbibed a passion for films right of successful films. His films in from his childhood when he the genre of humor ‘kurigalu saar

3 kurigalu, ‘kotigalu saar kotigalu’, Chalanachitra Nirdeshakara kattegalu saar kattegalu’, gave Sangha. As the Chairman of new direction to Kannada Chalana Chitra cinema. Academy he has been able to Rajendra Singh Babu promote publication of books is an outstanding Director relating to Kannada cinema. who breathed fresh life into He has created a record Kannada films through being the Director of four adaptations from novels. International Film He is the recipient of the prestigious festivals. lifetime Achievement award. His book ‘Nenapina His films, ‘Bandana’, ‘Muttina Muttina Haara’ recounts his Haara’, ‘Mungarina Minchu’ close association with legendary have received National awards. actor late Vishnuvardhan. Recipient of numerous State This book received a State awards and Filmfare awards for award too.His monumental his films, Rajendra Singh Babu contribution to Kannada film has been able to implement industry for decades also developmental projects as the Chairman of Karnataka includes the setting up a film city.

Recipients of Padmabhushana Dr. B. Saroja Devi National Award:

2010 - Smt. Anjali Devi, Smt Ramanrao, Smt. Harini N.Rao 2011 - Smt. Bali 2012 - Dr. Geetapriya 2013 - Shri.S.Shivaram, KSL Swamy 2015 - Dr. K.J.Yesudas 2016 - Smt. Parvathamma 2017 - Abhinaya Sharade Dr. Jayanthi

4 GET-TO GATHER MEETING IN CONNECTION WITH TWO DAYS INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR : BELIEFS & BEYOND ON APRIL 4. A get together meeting was conference commendably held at Bhavan on 4th April. and economically. He distributed Dr. Veerendra Heggade, mementos to each and Dharmadhikari of Srikshetra everyone who were involved Dharmasthala graced the and contributed in making the occasion and shared his International Conference on happiness with the Bhavan’s team Beliefs & Beyond a total for organising the International success.

Launching of the CD International Conference ‘Beliefs & Beyond’ by dignitaries.

The team who was responsible for organising the two days International Seminar is flanked along with Dr. Veerendra Heggade. 5 BVB-INFOSYS FOUNDATION CUTURAL OUTREACH PROGRAMMES : JAN - FEB 2018.

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan- Bajania Dance, Bajasal Dance, Infosys Foundation Cultural and Sambalpuri Folk Song was Outreach programme since its organized by our Bhubaneshwar launch in 2015 February has Kendra (Odisha). created history; 427 programmes In a three day festival featuring 3709 artists attracting an organised by our Pune Kendra audience of nearly 1,30000 (Maharashtra), notable audience is historic. programms like Sangitanjali, Bringing to the fore our Chadh Gayo Papi Bichuwa, tradition art forms, revitalising Ram Ganeshyanamah and Divya and propagating them lest they Triology captivated the audience. fade away has been the mission Our Jaipur Kendra of this Outreach program. (Rajasthan) offered an exquisite An entire array of traditional program of Folk Dances of dance forms such as Ranpa Rajasthan, Alha-Udal and Dance, Chadheta-Chadheyani Languriya, Khayal Kuchamni Nata and Sambalpuri Dance, of Rajasthan, Rammat of Bikaner Pala, Kandhei Nata - String and Nagaur Ki Phad. Puppet Show, Dhap Natcha,

Kandhei Nata by Guru Chaitanya Behera & troupe held Feb 5 th at Cuttack

6 Chadheyani Nata by Ganjam Folk Dance Center held on Jan 1st at Bhubaneshwar

Kerala’s famous Ranapa Dance, Chadheta- , Kakkarissi Chadheyani Nata and Nadakam, Ottanthullal, Sambalpuri Dance, by Ganjam and Folk Dance Center was presented Tholpavakoothu was by Guru Rupalata Mohanty and organized by the troupe. Thiruvananthapuram Kendra (). Ranapa literary means stilt. This dance on stilts was prevalent Burra Katha and among the cow herd communities Gangireddu Vinyaasaalu, of South Odisha. Young boys Sri Krishnajaneya Yuddham and girls of the community used (Natakam), Tholubommalata, to perform this dance during their Namaala Singadu and Story of festivals Olo Jatra and Giri Katama Raju was organized Gobordhan Puja. There was no by Kendra percussion or any other (AP/Telengana) instruments except Dhola and We bring you a detailed Mahuri. Songs relating to report on the amazing ’s boyhood life blends performance put together with the rhythm of Bajeni made by the Kendras in enabling of iron weave through the dance a successful presentation of our The dance features acrobatic feats that earn immediate Outreach program. appreciation from the audience. ODISHA Sambalpuri dance is Ushering in the New Year, prevalent in western Odisha; on 1st January 2018 – they are based on group dance 7 Sambalpuri Dance by Kosala Folk Akademi held on Feb 19th at Bhubaneshwar

forms with men and women. life of people of Oriya. The Gauntia of the village Pala is considered as the patronizes the dance groups. messenger of literature and Some of the popular dances of culture. It is the union of this Western region are Dalakhai, Swara, Laya, Tala and Bhava Rasarkeli, Bajasal, Jaiphula, that has made Oriya’s literature Naehnia and Rangabati etc. and culture resplendent. On 15th January Susharee Pala has preserved its pristine Laxmipriya Das and troupe values despite the influence of presented Pala which is modern lifestyles and acts as a integral to Oriyan culture. perfect medium to propagate For centuries Pala has been values of life. In the past only an art form that has kept an male persons performed these uninterrupted relation with the dances.

Pala by Susharee Laxmipriya Das & troupe held on Jan 15th at Bhubaneshwar

8 Bajania Dance by Kosala Folk Akademi held on Feb 19th at Bhubaneshwar

During the last two decades many Odisha. The dance, song and women performers have proved costume of this region are distinct their mettle in this form of folk art. in style and presentation. Like in Foremost among them is Sushree ‘Dhapa and Bajania Dance’, both Priya Dash Balunkeswar boys and girls participate. village in Jagatsinghpur district. MAHARASHTRA On February 5th Kandhei Students of Sri.Guruguha Nata, String Puppet Show was Gana Vidyalaya, Pune, presented presented by Guru Chaitanya Sangitanjali on 6th of January Behera & troupe. 2018; this marked the 19th of February saw celebration of the Platinum mesmerizing performances of Jubilee Year of the Sri Guruguha Dhap Natcha, Bajania Dance, Gana Vidyalaya. ‘Sangitanjali Bajasal Dance, Sambalpuri comprises compositions of Folk Song by Kosala Folk three saint composers, Shyama Akademi. These folk dances Shastri, Sadguru Thyagaraja, were performed in Sambalpur, and Muthuswamy Dikshitar, Bolargir, Kalahandi, Sundargarh popularly known as the and Boudha region of Western “Trimurtis” of Carnatic music. Odisha and are famously known Group singing was followed by as “Sambalpuri Folk Dance two solo vocal recitals by and Folk Song’. The style of Gayatri Krishnamurthy and performance of this folk dance Brinda Radhakrishnan. An Audio in Balangir region is different from visual presentation on the life and that of other region of Western pilgrimage of Sri Muthuswamy 9 Chadh Gayo Papi Bichuwa by Divya Aastra conceptualized & curated Pandit Amarendra Dhanehwar & by Dr.Usha.R.K held on troupe held on Jan 12th at Pune Feb 23rd at Pune Dikshitar marked a befitting Gadakari alias Kavi Govindagraj conclusion to the program. and humorist Balakram. The play On January 12th Pandit was written by Shri Shriram Amarendra Dhanehwar and his Ranade and presented by Shri troupe narrated the close Kulkarni. This programme connection between folk music was conducted in association and songs from Hindi Films in with the Akhil Bharatiya Marathi the program titled Chadh Gayo Natya Parishad, Kothrud Branch, Papi Bichuwa. In this Pune. presentation Panditji unfolded “Divya Triology” – their roots in classical ragas with 3 day festival live examples. He was Divya Triology, a unique accompanied by Mr. Arvind dance festival featuring Divya Paranjape on Table and Mrs. Aastra, Divya Vahana, Uma Jathar on Violin. Divya Pushpam conceptualized Ram Ganeshyanamah by Dr.Usha.R.K was very well was presented by Shri.Vijay received by the audience. Kulkarni on the 23rd of January. This three day festival from This programme was based on 23rd February to 25th February the life story of well known was a first of its kind playwright late Ram performance.

10 Divya Pushpam by Kum Matangi, Divya Vahana by Kum.Rasika, Kum.Swarada, conceptualized & curated Kum.Tanya & Kum. Navia held on by Dr.Usha.R.K held Feb 25th at Pune on Feb 24th at Pune. Divya Aastra was Kum.Rasika, Kum.Swarada, performed by four male dancers. Kum.Tanya and Kum. Navia. Showcasing their talents They were accompanied by beautifully were Pavitra Bhat, Vidwan D.S. Srivathsa (vocal), Mumbai (Bramha Astra), Ramya Janakiraman Mithun Shyam, Bangalore (Nattuvangam), Vidwan R. (Sudarshana Aastra), Parimal Keshavan (Mridangam) Phadke ( Astra) and Vidwan Rajat Prasanna and Parshwanath Upadhye (Flute). (Pinaka Aastra) KERALA Divya Vahana presented the proficiency of The legendray martial art Uma Sathyanarayana ( Hamsa Kalaripayattu was presented Vahana), Shivranjani Harish by Sri. Jawahar Gurukkal & ( Garuda Vahana), Arundati party on 19th January 2018. Patwardhan ( Gaja Vahana) Kalaripayattu is perhaps the and Srivathsa most ancient martial art in the (Nandi Vahana) world. The origin of Kalaripayattu Divya Pushpam was is still in the midst of obscurity. presented by Kum Matangi, Traditional Kalari masters 11 Kalaripayattu by Sri. Jawahar Gurukkal & party held on Jan 19th at Wadakanchery attribute mythological stories and the south-west corner is a seven- legends to the origin of this art. tiered platform called the Legend traces the 3000 year old “poothara”, which houses the art form at sage Parasurama – the guardian deity of the Kalari. master of all martial art forms and Kalaripayattu reached its pinnacle credited to be the re-claimer of glory during the 100-years war Kerala from the Arabian Sea. between the Cholas, Cheras and Pandyas in the early part of the This art is trained in an first millennium. The warring states enclosure called “ Kalari” refined the fighting skills and which is 21 feet by 42 feet. techniques prevalent in the area The entrance faces the east. In in to a martial art form. The art flourished between the 13th and 16th centuries, becoming a part of the education of youngsters. Kakkarissi Nadakam a folk art form popular in Central Travancore was presented by Sri. Kakkarissi Nadakam by Sri. Thamarakudy Thamarakudy Harikumar Harikumar & party held on Feb 12th at Kollam & party on 12th February. 12 Ottanthullal bySri. Kalamandalam Mohanakrishnan & party held on Feb 12th at Thrissur Kakkarissi Natakam in most of around Lord Sivan with his its incarnations spread across consort Parvathi Devi who arrived and Kerala. on earth in the form of Kakkalan The protagonist in most of the and Kakkathi, a nomadic tribe plays is known as Sundara of fortune tellers. Kakaan. Besides there are Ottanthullal was also other characters like Kakkathis, presented on 12th February Vedan etc. With dance steps and by Sri. Kalamandalam songs, they perform scenes with Mohanakrishnan and party. In dialogues, music and songs as in Ottanthullal includes a performer, the erstwhile musical plays. The a singer and a Mridangist. During instruments used are Harmonium, the performance all three of them Mrudangam, Ganchira and sing with great Bhava and change Kaimani. tone and sound to create the The play opens with a required effect in the story. This is welcome song. Then enters the the beauty of this Art. Garuda Kakkalan with a fire-torch raised Garva Bhanga and Kalyana dancing to rhythmic beats. Sougandhikam from two famous The question-answer session Ottanthullal stories were between ‘Thampuran’ and performed by the Artists. In the Kakkalan moves the play first the characters were Sree forward. The Kakkarissi Krishna, Hanuman and Garuda. Natakam depicts social criticism, All the characters were enacted satire etc. The story is premised by the same artist. 13 Thayambaka by Sri. Anantha Krishnan & party held on Feb 14th at Thiruvanthapuram

Thayambaka was valanthala (bass) and presented by Sri. Anantha ilatalam (cymbals). Thayambaka, Krishnan & party on 14th is believed to have flourished february. It is a type of solo during the feudal era; it spans an performance that in average of 90 minutes. It begins at Kerala. The main player at the a slow pace before scaling on to center improvises rhythmically a medium tempo and eventually on the beats of half-a-dozen or culminating in high frenzied speed. a few more chenda and ilathalam Thayambaka, like players around. A thayambaka or most chenda melams is performance on the chenda has primarily a temple art, but it is thus its focus on the stick-and- also performed outside shrines. palm rolls produced on the Tholpavakoothu itantala (treble) of the chenda, was presented by Sri. while the rhythm is laid by his Ramachandra Pulavar and fellow instrumentalists on the party on 14th February.

Tholpavakoothu by Sri. Ramachandra Pulavar & party held on Feb 14th at Thrissur 14 Burra Katha by Sri.Babuji Burra Katha Kalaa Brundam held on Jan 4th at Hyderabad

It is a unique shadow puppet The puppets are held by a thin theatre from Kerala; an ancient stick in one hand while the limbs ritualistic art form dedicated to are manipulated by a thinner stick Devi Bhagavati. As a ritualstic held in another hand of the art form, Toplava Koothu is puppeteer. performed in more than 100 / temples all over Palakkad, TELENGANA Trichur and Mallapuram district during the months of January to Sri.Babuji Burra Katha May at the specially constructed Kalaa Brundam & Mekala theatre called Koothu Madam. Gopal Gangireddu Kala Brundam presented Burra Depending on the temple Katha & Gangireddu tradition, the performance Vinyaasaalu on 4th January. lasts 7,14,21,41,71 or 91 days. Burra Katha and Gangireddu The performance starts at Vinyaasaalu is a dying art of about 10 p.m and goes on till Andhra Pradesh and Telengana. day-break. It is enjoyed by Burrakatha is an oral story telling general public as a popular technique in the katha tradition; entertainment while it is received ‘Burra’ is referred to tambura, a as a religious offering by the musical instrument with a hollow devotees. While formerly the shell, ‘Katha’ means story. puppets were made out of deer This narrative entertainment skin, the use of buffalo and ox consists of prayers, solo drama, skin are commonly used now. dance, songs, poems and jokes.

15 Gangireddu Vinyaasaalu by Mekala Gopal Gangireddu Kala Brundam held on Jan 4th at Hyderabad

It is the story of Arjuna and Gangireddu Vinyaasaalu; Abhimanyu from the This art is also a traditional form Mahabharata. The performers that enthralls people ahead of connected the story with the ‘Sankranthi’. The return of festival of “Sankranthi”. Gangireddu to the villages is considered a good sign for newly The traditional costumes, married couples. The troupe of musical instruments and the flow six performers with a well of the narration made it the decorated Ox had come to perfect example of ‘Burrakatha’ showcase this ancient art form that enthralled the audience. which transported the audience to the feel the presence of Lord Shiva. This art form is a vigorous combination of bovine and human coordination skill. The well trained and well decorated Ox performed many acrobatics and left the audience in awe.

Srikrishnanjaneya Yuddham by Janatha Sri Krishnajaneya samithi held on Jan 5th at Hyderabad Yuddham (Natakam) 16 Tholubommalata by Smt.G.Madhavilatha & Group held on Feb 16th at Hyderabad was presented by Janatha of Infosys Foundation and BVB Seva Samithi on 5th January. has given a new lease to revive This play depicted the episode this fading art form. of war between Lord Krishna Tholubommalata was and Sri Hanuman from the presented by Smt.G.Madhavilatha Mahabharata. The combination and Group on 16th February. of live music, make up and It is the shadow puppet theatre costumes gave the perfect tradition of Telengana. setting to the play. The flawless Its performers are a group enactment by the artists had of wandering entertainers and left the audience spell bound. peddlers who pass through ‘Telugu ’, Indian villages singing ballads, tell theatre in is fortunes, sell amulets, charm losing its sheen as it is not snakes, weave fishnets, tattoo performed widely. local people and mend pots. But the progressive steps On 17th February Sri. C.Krishna Reddy and Group presented Namaala Singadu in Nritya Kada where a story or Namaala Singadu by Sri. C.Krishna Reddy & Group kada is depicted held on Feb 17th at Hyderabad in dance form. 17 Story of Katama Raju by Sri.Ura Illumallu & Group held on Feb 23rd at Hyderabad The name Naamal Singadu Story of Katama Raju originated from the village of was presented by Sri. Ura Naamala; Singadu is the main Illumallu and group on 23rd character dressed with neem February. The story of Katama leaves as head gear with daggers Raju is a traditional folk art. in his hands. The stage is decorated with The artists dance to the beautiful toys to narrate the story. rhythm of the drum beats. The performance depicts the Hence the name Naamala birth of Katama Raju who was Singadu. Shri.Ganesh Reddy, a valiant warrior was born to Member, School managing Pedda Raju, the ruler of Kadiri committee appreciated the school and Peddamma Devi. for its efforts in identifying these The couple had prayed to art forms and providing the artists God Veera Someswara Swami the much needed platform to at Kalyanapatnam for children. showcase their talent in the urban They were asked to bathe in background. Speaking on the occasion Dr.C.Krishna Reddy 3 pits filled with water, milk gave a brief account on various and the blood of Gandabherunda folk art forms that evolved in the bird. Peddaraju went in search remote villages. The dance form of bird, killed it and brought the depicted the characters of Namal blood to fulfill the desire to have Singadu the famous dacoit of the a son. After performing the pooja, village Namal. The performance they were blessed with the show cased the joy of celebration powerful warrior Katama Raju of the people on his capture. and a daughter Prapamma.

18 Fri 6.30 p.m. - Khincha Hall PROGRAMME : 04. Bharatanatya recital : PROGRAMME : Smt. Abhinaya Rohan MAYMARCH - 2018 - 2018 Tue 6.00 p.m. - KRG Hall 08. Sri. G..V. Bhave and Smt. Lakshmi G. Bhave Sat 5.00 p.m. Hindustani Vocal concert 26 BVB -Infosys Foundation Vocal : Vid. Nayana Yavagal Outreach programme : Tabla : Vid. Kiran Yavagal Carnatic music concert : Harmonium : Vid. Madhusudan Bhat Ms. Dhanya Dinesh Fri 6.30 p.m. - Khincha Hall Bharatanatya recital : 11. Kathak recital : Ms. Sneha Narayan Ms. Supriya Reddy Venue : Indiranagar Sangeetha Sabha, 8th Main, H.A.L. 1st Stage, Fri 6.30 p.m. - Khincha Hall Indiranagar - Bengaluru - 560 008. 18. Bharatanatya recital : Ms. Navyashree K.N. Sun 6.00 p.m. - Khincha Hall Fri 6.30 p.m. - Khincha Hall 27. Retro Hindi songs by 25. Bharatanatya Duet : Sri. Ram Nagaraj Ms. Keerthana M. and Supported by Ms. Sanjana M. Sri. Sanjay Kejriwal

OBITUARY : JOURNALIST R. SESHADRI Veteran Journalist R Seshadri passed away on Tuesday, April 17. He worked for Deccan Herald between 1948 and 1982 in various positions, including news editor. After retirement, he took up teaching assignments at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan as Principal of Bhavan’s H.B. College of Communication and Management, Bengaluru. He is survived by a son, three daughters. Bhavan extends its heart felt condolences to the members of the bereaved family.

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