When a mridangam maestro meets a Marxist leader

What could be common between a mridangam exponent and a Marxist leader? Music. The friendship between Umayalpuram Sivaraman, who describes himself as a hardcore traditionalist, yet ultra-modern, and M.A. Baby — general secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and a connoisseur of Carnatic music, dates back to decades. The two came together to…

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‘Fabulous Actors But Worst Storyline’: Jhanak Fans Unhappy With Upcoming Twist | Television News

Last Updated:May 21, 2025, 18:51 IST The developments have left fans disheartened, especially with the official confirmation of Jhanak and Anirudh’s separation ahead of the upcoming generation leap. The show prepares for a 20-year generation leap. (Photo Credits: Instagram) Hiba Nawab and Krushal Ahuja’s starrer Jhanak has consistently captivated audiences with its intriguing twists and…

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‘Soothravakyam’ movie review: Fails to get the equation right between a light-hearted drama and a crime thriller

Shine Tom Chacko and Vincy Aloshious in ‘Soothravakyam’. Cops without any baggage are so hard to find in movies these days that the police officer protagonist and even the entire police station in Soothravakyamstand out as different, although not exactly in a good way. Neither do they have personal troubles, nor are they challenged much…

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