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Indian cinema particularly, Bollywood and its others regional fellows are engaging in a bid that push themselves at the forefront of global cinema circles. They participate in many International film festivals even before they are screened for the domestic audience. However, it has become a practice for all cinema makers either to get recognized or market for their latest flick long time before, now it has been seen as a part of regular campaign for them. They have gained a prominence among the international viewers since India is the second largest movie producer after USA, globally. A fraction of Indian cinema finds specific taste of foreign film lovers and thus retains a significant place under their preferences. Recently they got another recognition from none other than the President of India, Smt Pratibha Patil, while was delivering her speech in the 54th National Film Awards ceremony, heightened the spirit of Indian cinema by saying that, "At a time when every sector of our economy is being influenced and in most cases taking the benefits of the currents of globalization, our film industry can utilize this opportunity too. As interest in India and its culture increases across the globe, the film industry can take advantage of its already large presence and play the role of a cultural ambassador, by showcasing incredible India and its values of humanism, tolerance and harmony." As this may be at one side, the other at domestic level, we have to look beyond commercial versions and have to explore wider possibilities to project Indian cinema came over the ages of entertainment, that is, purely an entertainment content. We can spot changes in the film making concepts from young entrants across the regions/languages. Emphasizing the importance of such experiments the President said, "The master storyteller is after all, the one who weaves a powerful message into a seemingly straightforward narrative and makes the viewer introspect. Questions such as why did certain things happen, who was wrong and could things have been done differently - continue to gnaw the mind of the viewer, after watching a thought provoking movie. Therefore, maintaining a balance between entertainment and social relevance shall continue to be a challenge for the industry. While on the one hand a message without entertainment will not capture the attention of the audience and on the other hand, mere entertainment without a message would be like an oyster without a pearl. There is no simple formula for maintaining this balance, but this is your challenge." The real challenge lay at the hands of new wave experimentalists who do combine the both aspects as a successful formula like films viz. A Wednesday, Firaaq, Mumabi Meri Jaan, Munnabhai series and others who are very recent additions continued with the spirit of ART FILM directors like Shyam Benagal, Govind Nihalani, Adoor Gopalakrishnan etc. The mid-way of film making apart from enjoying awards and accolades get wider box office recognition from the society, too. However, unless there are innovative ideas to support the film makers in the form of finance, market access, tax concessions, infrastructure for shooting and exhibitions from the government side or through private participation, there is an eminent danger prevails as in the long run film makers may disassociate from these ventures, if they fail for a while or two, commercially.
Indian cricket team at Chennai 600028 premiere
The entire Indian cricket team has been invitated to join the 600 odd VVIP guests in Singapore in late February 2007. Director Venkat Prabhu, Producers SP Charan and JK Saravana had extended their invitation to the Indian cricket team when they had met them in the Chennai one day International match. The much expected International film premiere has a International guest list from India, Singapore and Malaysia. Superstar Rajinikanth is said to be on the VVIP guest list.
Indian Cricket rules in Chennai 600028!
The Indian National team might have had an unexpected early exit in the World Cup. But, in Chennai 600028 the street cricket teams heighten every Indians passion and love for the wonderful game! Director Venkat Prabhu says, "Cricket is a religion in India. We love the Indian Team but we love the game more. That's what Chennai 600028 has in store for my fellow Cricket fans. But, this just isn't another Cricket film!" The much awaited film might just be an answer to the aching hearts of every cricket fan at this point of time. The film's theme song 'Ulle Vaa' sung by Yuvan Shankar Raja, DJ Sathiya & SilveSTAR was dedicated to every Cricket fan!
Indian Censors says 'Chennai 600028 a movie for all'
Chennai 600028 was watched by the Indian censors last week. The film's makers sat and watched with censor representatives nervously praying for the best. At the end of the film, the censors had reflected very minor changes and gave the film a 'U' (Universal) grade equivalent to a 'G' (General) grade. The censors praised the makers of their enormous efforts put in to make the film. They encouraged the film to be submitted to both local and international awards.
India's food inflation rises to 19.83 pc
New Delhi: India's annual food inflation based on wholesale prices rose to 19.83 per cent for the week ended on October 19 from 18.65 per cent the week before as prices of essential commodities continued to rule high. As per official data on the wholesale price index released on Thursday, the annual inflation of primary articles rose 15.49 during the week, as against 14.66 per cent for the previous week, while that of fuel rose 4.45 from 3.95 per cent the week before. Following are the average rise in prices of some essential food items over a 52-week period: * Potatoes: 132.74 per cent * Vegetables: 46.70 per cent * Pulses: 41.69 per cent * Onions: 40.75 per cent * Milk: 13.61 per cent * Wheat: 12.66 per cent * Cereals: 13.81 per cent * Rice: 12.95 per cent * Fruits: 10.35 per cent Grocery bills continued to remain high as the worst monsoon in nearly four decades and unexpected floods in some parts of the country pushed up food prices. Last week, Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee said it was a major challenge for the government to check inflation in the short-to-medium term. According to Mukherjee, to achieve equitable growth, farm output would have to expand at four percent yearly. Agriculture sector grew 2.5 per cent in the first quarter of this fiscal and one percent in the second quarter. Opposition parties had stalled parliamentary proceedings over spiraling food prices, resulting in the adjournment of the Lok Sabha for a day during the winter session this month.
India rings 2010 in high spirits
Tourists celebrated the coming of the New Year at Manali, in Himachal Pradesh. Scores of tourists attended the event, organised by the state's tourism department. They also enjoyed traditional delicacies, along with folk and cultural programmes. Manali has been a favoured tourist destination for years. "Given a chance, I would like to visit the place next year and celebrate the New Year," said Manjit, a tourist. Bangalore, the IT capital of India also rang in the New Year despite heavy security. The entire city was colourfully decorated, and markets and streets were lit with sparkling lights. In Secunderabad city, the Christian community offered prayers for peace and prosperity in the New Year. "I take this opportunity to wish everybody a happy and prosperous and bright new year. We see that 2009 has given lot of difficulties and problems but we don't foresee the same. We wish that everyone has a bright future," George Victor, a devotee, said. ANI