Chief Guests
One of the greatest poets of our time, Sri O. N. V. Kurup has won numerous prestigious awards in his literary life spanning over seven decades. These include the Jnanapith award, the highest literary honour of India and Padmavibhushan, the second highest civilian honour of the country. According to the Bharatiya Jnanapith trust, Sri O. N. V. Kurup began his career as a progressive writer and matured into a humanist though he never gave up his commitment to socialist ideology. It was a time to celebrate the achievements of the beloved poet who is the father figure for everyone at Sruthi.
Smt. Aparna Rajeev, noted playback singer from Kerala attended the function and led a Ganamela comprising the gems from ONV’s lyrics.
The programmes presented on the Day
- Kavyadrishyangal – Dance programme - A choreographic interpretation of women and nature in ONV poems.
- Varika Gandharvagaayaka Veendum - A short musical by Sruthi, taking a quizzical look at contemporary life and incorporating those nostalgic ONV songs.
- Aatmaavil Muttivilichathu Pole: An informal discussion and poetry session with ONV.
- Manikyaveena: Ganamela led by Smt Aparna Rajeev featuring some of the best Malayali singing talents in the UK. An evening made melodious and memorable with ONV’s everlasting lyrics. Accompanied by a live orchestra (Rainbow Ragas).
