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Panaji Nov 29: The 35th International Film
festival of India got underway with a bang with acclaimed
musician, Mr A R Rahman and his troupe performing songs from
Mr Subhash Ghai’s forthcoming film Kisna. It was the
music premiere of the film, which was heard by the audience
for the first time at the opening ceremony of IFFI.
Mr Rahman, who made a dash from London was accompanied by
noted percussionist, Mr Sivamani on stage. Before making a
public appearance, Mr Subhash Ghai in a voice-over made a
brief introduction of the film which is set during the British
rule in India.
Of the two songs that Mr Rahman performed on stage, one was
in English sung by Ms Sunitha Sarthi, who seemed to be quite
capable of giving Ms Celine Dion a run for her money. The
second song was performed by renowned singer, Mr Udit Narayan
and a newcomer, Ms Madhushree. The lyrics for the song are
penned by Mr Javed Akhtar.
Unfortunately, the Rahman extravaganza didn’t last
long and that was a disappointment because music lovers were
certainly eager to hear more of the maestro.
But what followed next stole the limelight. Showman, Mr Subhash
Ghai made an appearance and after thanking Mr Rahman and his
troupe, he introduced Ms Isha Sharvani, the leading lady from
Kisna. She performed a mind-boggling rope dance to the tune
of the title track of the film Kisna, composed by Mr Ismail
Darbar. With her amazing grace and flexibility Ms Isha won
applauds for her splendid dance performance. She also performed
another ballet like dance with Mr Rajesh Ravindran which was
choreographed by her mother.
The finale was the screening of Vanity Fair, Ms Mira Nair’s
latest offering based on William Makepeace Thackeray’s
classic novel. Earlier this year, the film was also screened
at the Venice Film festival.
Ms Nair paid compliments to Goa and the people here and said
that she usually takes a break and comes here after completing
a film. She also took a dig at the censor board for saying
that it should be banned.
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