Tag Posts: South india
Ilaiyaraaja’s Valiant Symphony No.1 Premieres in London
On March 8, 2025, legendary Indian film composer Ilaiyaraaja made history with the world premiere of his first western symphony – “Valiant” Symphony No.1 at the prestigious Apollo (Eventim), Hammersmith, London. From Pannayapuram in Tamil Nadu, Ilaiyaraaja, at 82 years old, became the first Indian in history to compose a full Western symphony. Composed in […]
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Azhage (Fallin) by South India based rapper Brodha V
Kanchipuram born and Bangalore raised artist, Brodha V, is one of India’s underrated gems. The independent artist who is a proficient rapper, singer and songwriter, is also a master in fusing Carnatic or South Indian folk music with quintessential hip hop. Best known for “Vainko” and “Aathma Raama” (which has over 50 million views), Brodha […]
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Tamil language documentary wins Oscar
At yesterday’s Oscars, South India was in the spotlight. A Tamil language documentary about rescued elephants has won an Oscar for Best Documentary in the Short Film Category at the 95th Academy Awards. Set in the Mudumai National Park in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, The Elephant Whisperers, the documentary directed by Kartiki […]
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Tamil language film ‘Jai Bhim’ is in the running for ‘best picture’ at Oscars
The Tamil language film ‘Jai Bhim’ is in the running for ‘best picture’ at the 94th Oscars. On Thursday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences revealed the 276 feature films from across the globe that are eligible for consideration at the Oscars 2022. Voting beings on the 27th of January and by February […]
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London’s Kahani by Michelin starred Tamil chef Peter Joseph
Born & raised in Tamil Nadu, London based Michelin starred chef Peter Joseph was inspired by the spiced flavours found in the bustling markets of Chennai & across India. After building a wealth of experience at various renowned restaurants & hotels in India, Peter moved to the UK where his first appointment as a chef, […]
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