The darker side of filmdom Despite a multitude of varied films competing with each other, the real war of the year 2007 in the world of Indian cinema was fought or rather, is still being fought in the courts. As a result, even as 2007 is coming to an end, there is no sign of the 2006 National Film Awards, finds out Utpal Borpujari.
FLASHBACK 2007
Theatre: Revival of new hope Hurdles aplenty in its path, theatre has seen a rebirth of sorts. With the new century demanding new answers, ways and means, Kannada theatre
acquired a sort of rejuvenation,
says C R Simha.
FLASHBACK 2007
Spreading the magic of art The year 2007 has been
successful for Indian art.
Ananya is a trust in
Bangalore, that is working
to promote music, literature
and art. S G Vasudev describes what it is all about.
Performing arts in retrospect As one casts a glance at the state of music in these parts during the year, it certainly brims with optimistic overtones. But it is doubtful if the same can be said of its sister arts the dance, says S N Chandrasekhar.
Spreading the magic of art : The year 2007 has been successful for Indian art.
Will Anil Kumble-led Indian cricket team be able to break the jinx and achieve India’s first series win Down Under? Or will the Australians prove to be a difficult nut to crack? We invite our readers to give their opinion in about 100 words.
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