Chief Guests
Sri V. Madhusoodanan Nair is one of the poets who helped to popularise poetry amongst the public in general and also in most of the young generation in the college campuses in Kerala, mainly by way of heart touching recitation. His famous poems such as “Naranathu Bhranthan” and “Agasthyhrudayam” were recited numerous times in various stages and venues over several decades. His other works include “Bharatheeyam”, “Gandhi”, “Ammayude ezhuthukal”, “Seethayanam” and “Vakku”. He has won Kerala Sahithya Academy award, Kunchupilla award and K Balakrishnan award.
The programmes presented on the Day
- An array of Dances- Traditional, classical, folk and spectacular blends- Choreographed by Dr. Mayadevi Kurup.
- Ganesasthuthi: A beautiful Mohiniyattam recital invoking Lord Ganesha.
- Bhavani Ashtakam: An enchanting blend of Indian Classical dance forms set to a divine musical interpretation of the traditional sacred chant by Sri Steven Devassy.
- Folk Dance: Featuring the monthly festivities and seasonal changes of Kerala. Written by Sri ONV, music by Sri M. G. Radhakrishnan.
- Dandia: A north Indian Dance form. An enjoyable ensemble of swift and lively Dandia movements set to the melodious song “Shyam Rang” sung by Sri K. J. Yesudas.
- Meet the Poet: Interview
- Poem Recital by the Chief Guest: Naranathu Bhranthan and Vakku
- Singapore Kalyanam: Drama based on VKN’s work
- Aattavilakku: Skit
- Kavyanjali: Musical Medley of poems and folk songs
- Ganamela: Musical programme blending classical ragas and film music. Based on four popular Carnatic Ragas.
