This episode of Rangoli brings before you the highlights of the two-day dance festival, Sare Jahan Se Acha 2012, organised by Utsav, Ranjana Gauhar’s dance academy in New Delhi. Ranjana (Odissi), Geeta Chandran (Bharatanatyam), Ananda Shankar Jayant (Kuchipu...
In this Independence Day special show, actress Ishwarya talks about the role she played in the movie and how she prepared for that character. Also find out from lyricist Gana Bala about the lyrics of the songs featured in the movie.
In this Independence Day special show, find out what the director of the comedy flick 'Attakathi' has to say about audiences' response to the film. In the next segment, actress Ishwarya talks about the role she played in the movie and how she prepared for that...
In this Independence Day special show, find out more about the love triangle between the roles of Ganesh, Kalpana, & Shobana. Also find out how they shot the film in USA.
In this Independence Day special show, the leading actor of 'Pani Thuli', Ganesh Venkataraman, talks about the plot of the film and how he had to prepare for that role.
In this Independence Day special show, Ganesh Venkatraman, Shobhana Shankar, the leading actors of 'Pani Thuli', and assistant director Dr Jay are here to talk about the audience response of the film.
In this Independence Day special show, Ganesh Venkatraman, Shobhana Shankar, the leading actors of 'Pani Thuli', and assistant director Dr Jay are here to talk about the audience response of the film. Ganesh Venkataraman also talks about the plot of the film a...
In this Independence Day special show, cinematographer RD Rajashekar talks about working in the Malayalam film industry, and working on his upcoming film – 'Run Baby Run'. He also talks about how the Tamil industry is far ahead, technically, in comparison to...
Cinematographer RD Rajashekar first collaborated with Gautam Menon on 'Minnale', and two films after that – 'Kaaka Kaaka' & 'Gharshana'. In this Independence Day special he talks about working with Gautam Menon and how he was recognized as a cinematographer ...
'Billa 2' was a well-received, popular film not only because of director Chakri Toleti, but the credit also goes to RD Rajashekar the cinematographer, who was responsible for the look and feel of the film. RD Rajasheakr, began his career with Gautham Menon, fo...
Billa 2 was a well received, popular film not only because of director Chakri Toleti, but the credit also goes to RD Rajashekar the cinematographer, who was responsible for the look and feel of the film. RD Rajashekar began his career with Gautham Menon, for m...
Asin talks about what makes her feel free on this Independence Day special interview and she goes on to add that Bollywood needs to get free from piracy and egos. Then, she talks about what makes the woman of India independent, emotionally and financially, and...
Watch Kumar Sanu sing one of his own songs 'Yeh Kali Kali Aankhen' from the 1993 movie 'Baazigar' in this episode of Colours. The song was composed by Anu Malik, and penned by Dev Kohli
In the second segment of this special celebrity interview programme for Independence Day, actress Vedhika says that she is a big fan of Ilayaraja's music and also loves the music of AR Rahman. Then, she talks about her own singing skills which are confined to ...
In this special celebrity interview programme titled 'Vedham Nee' on the occasion of Independence Day, actress Vedhika of 'Kaalai' and 'Sakkarakatti' fame talks about how she began working in Tamil films when she didn't know the language, but over the years sh...
In this special celebrity interview programme titled 'Vedham Nee' on the occasion of Independence Day, actress Vedhika of 'Kaalai' and 'Sakkarakatti' fame talks about how she began working in Tamil films when she didn't know the language, but over the years sh...
In the second segment of this special celebrity interview programme for Independence Day, actress Anuya talks about her experience of working with actor Vijay and director Shankar in the Tamil film 'Nanban'. Then, she talks about her favourite scenes in her fi...
In this special celebrity interview programme for independence day, actress Anuya of 'Siva Manasula Sakthi' fame narrates her journey from being a student at Pune Film Institute to getting her break-out role in the Tamil film 'Siva Manasula Sakthi'. Later, she...
In this special celebrity interview programme for Independence Day, actress Anuya of 'Siva Manasula Sakthi' fame narrates her journey from being a student at Pune Film Institute to getting her break-out role in the Tamil film 'Siva Manasula Sakthi'. Then, she ...
In this independence day special programme titled 'Nyabhagam Irukiradha Suganthiram', the compere goes out to the people on the street and asks them to recognise the photograph of the freedom veteran, to bring a fun element to the programme he also carries pho...
In this Independence Day special episode of Puthiya Manargal, we take you on a musical journey and showcase music videos of talented and upcoming Tamil pop artists. The first song is performed by the Tamil rock band Paadhai titled 'Yaar Ival Poomagal' which ta...
Watch Mrs Karpagam sing 'Jaya Berigai Kottada' penned by Mahakavi Bharathiyar which describes the spirit of independence and the need for letting go of one's fears.
Watch Pudhuvai Chithan Jayamurthy sing 'Thundu Mittai Thinbadhu Than' written by Pavalar Arulselvan which throws light on the plight of the Indian Independence Day which has sadly become more about eating sweets than about respecting our country and national f...
Watch Mrs Karpagam sing 'Thyaga Oviam' penned by Erode Tamilanban which narrates the story of Tiruppur Kumaran who died holding the Indian national flag during the struggle for Indian independence.
In this Independence Day special episode of Makkal Isai, first, watch Mrs Karpagam sing 'Vande Mataram' penned by Mahakavi Bharathiyar which talks about the love for our motherland, India.
In this Independence Day special episode of Makkal Isai, first, watch Mrs Karpagam sing 'Vande Mataram' penned by Mahakavi Bharathiyar which talks about the love for our motherland, India. Then, watch Pudhuvai Chithan Jayamurthy sing 'Viduthalai Porinil Vizhun...
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews actress Rupa Manjari of 'Thiru Thiru Thuru Thuru' fame. First, she talks about the plot of the upcoming Tamil film 'Naan' and her role in the movie. Then, she reveals why she signed this film ...
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews Jeeva Shankar, the director of the upcoming Tamil film 'Naan'. Jeeva Shankar talks about how he conceptualised the script and why chose Vijay Antony to play the lead in his film. Later, he tal...
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews actress Vibha of 'Leelai' fame. She talks about how she got the role in the upcoming Tamil film 'Naan' and the character she plays in the film. Later, she talks about her experience working wi...
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews music composer Vijay Antony who is making his acting debut in the upcoming Tamil film 'Naan'. First, he talks about why he chose to become an actor when he was already an acclaimed music direc...
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews the cast and the director of the upcoming Tamil film 'Naan'. First, music composer Vijay Antony who is making his acting debut in this film talks about why he chose to become an actor when he ...
In this special independence day programme titled 'Engal Suganthiram', young boys and girls take part in a fun game show inside a theme park featuring competitions like cycling, boat racing, and dart throwing.
In this special programme for Independence Day, VJ Rajiv interviews Mandolin maestro U Srinivas who first talks about what independence means to him. Then, he talks about his childhood and how he got into playing the mandolin. Later, he talks about his astound...
In this independence Day special talk show, actor Mohan Ram conducts a discussion on India before and after independence. The discussion begins with veterans from the freedom movement talking about the pre-independence era and their present-day lives. Later, t...
In the final segment of this special programme as part of the Independence Day, music director-turned-actor Vijay Antony, actress Rupa Manjari and director Jeeva Shankar share their experiences of working on the film 'Naan' and talk about their future projects...
In this second segment of this special programme as part of the Independence Day, Rupa Manjari talks about why she is choosy about her film projects and that she is wary of being stereotyped. Then, director Jeeva Shankar talks about the pre-production process ...
In this first segment of this special programme as part of the independence day, the cast & director of the latest Tamil film 'Naan' share their experiences of working in this movie. First, music director-turned-actor Vijay Antony talks about how he was always...
In this special programme as part of the Independence Day, the cast & director of the latest Tamil film 'Naan' share their experiences of working in this movie. First, music director-turned-actor Vijay Antony talks about how he was always passionate about acti...
Rock music is a popular genre that originated as 'rock and roll'. This genre of music originated and evolved in the 1950s in America, and later in Europe. It is often perceived as a style of music that focusses heavily on guitar, drums and powerful vocals. Sin...
This Independence Day special show takes you to Vellore to find out all about the first Sepoy Mutiny that took place on July 10th, 1806, antedating the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 by half a century. The Vellore Mutiny was the first large-scale mutiny by native sepoys...
In the second segment of this Independence Day special, director Sneha Britto who directed the film 'Thozhan' talks about her passion for directing and why she chose the remake of the 1981 blockbuster 'Sattam Oru Iruttarai' directed by SA Chandrashekhar. Then,...
As part of the Independence Day celebrations, Captain TV takes you to the sets of the upcoming Tamil film 'Thozhan' starring Thaman Kumar, Bindu Madhavi, Reema Sen and Pia Bajpai. First, actor Krishnamoorthy talks about the plot and his role in the movie. Next...
As part of the Independence Day celebrations, Captain TV takes you to the sets of the upcoming Tamil film 'Thozhan' starring Thaman Kumar, Bindu Madhavi, Reema Sen and Pia Bajpai. The film, which was previously titled 'Sattam Oru Iruttarai', is produced by act...
In this Independence Day special show, Makkal TV takes you on a virtual tour of Ramee Mall in Chennai. Ramee Mall can be referred to as a boutique mall as it caters to niche customers. Take a look at all that Ramee Mall has to offer, as this show takes you to ...
Watch this Sirappu Patti Mandram which debates the topic of whether it is the responsibility of the people or of the government to protect our independence that we got 66 years ago.
Comedian Ganja Karuppu got his first role in Bala's film 'Pithamagan'. He talks about how he got the role and how that insignificant role helped him in this industry.
In this Independence Day special show, Ganja Karuppu talks about freedom & independence, and what it means to him. Comedian Ganja Karuppu, who got his first role in Bala's film 'Pithamaga', shares his fondest memories of his first role in 'Pithamagan'. And tal...
In an exclusive interview with 'Power Star' Dr Srinivasan, he says he'd like to act as 'Dr Ambedkar' if he ever got the chance to choose which freedom fighter he'd like to portray.
In this Independence Day special show, watch an exclusive interview with 'Power Star' Dr Srinivasan as he talks about his experience working with Shankar in 'I', and the other film he is working in – 'Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya', and more.
On this Independence Day special show is a visual treat to the eyes as we take you on a virtual tour of the 100th Lalbagh flower show. The exhibition showcases Indian floral art, vegetable carving, and much more.
Filled with moral and patriotic messages, this show has young artistes perform Indian classical dance. These dancers perform small skits which covey patriotic messages, emphasizing on the history of the Independence Day.
In this Independence day special programme, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit different parts of India and uses magic as a medium to convey messages to the people. In this segment, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit the Nathu La pass in the Hima...
As Independence Day special programme, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit different parts of India and use magic as a medium to convey messages to the people. In this segment, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit the capital city of India, New Delh...
As Independence Day special programme, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit different parts of India and use magic as a medium to convey messages to the people. First, they visit Kashmir, the northwestern region of India. Then they visit Wagah border in P...
In this Independence Day special programme, magician Gopinath Muthukad and team visit different parts of India and use magic as a medium to convey messages to the people. First they visit Kashmir, the northernmost state of India. Kashmir is famous for its spec...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
Veera Rani Abbakka was the queen of Ullal, a coastal town of Karnataka. She belonged to the Chowta dynasty of the 16th century, and fought against the Portuguese who made several attempts to capture Ullal, as it was strategically placed. However, Abbakka fough...
In this Independence Day special show, artistes of Sri Shanmukhananda Sangeetha Sabha & Fine Arts showcase their talent by singing patriotic songs. Also watch V Shankar, President of Sri Shanmukhananda, deliver a speech to commemorate the 100th year of the nat...
In this Independence Day special show, director Sundar C talks about his successful films like 'Anbe Sivam', 'Kalakalppu' and 'Arunachalam'. Making such diverse movies is the key to being successful and surviving as a good director in the Tamil film industry, ...
In this Independence Day special show, director Sundar C talks about his new film 'Madha Gaja Raja', with Vishal and Anjali in the lead roles. He talks about how the film got its name and more, in this segment.
In this Independence Day special show, director Sundar C talks about his new film 'Madha Gaja Raja', with Vishal and Anjali in the lead roles. He talks about how the film got its name. Sundar C talks about his successful films like 'Anbe Sivam', 'Kalakalppu' a...
In this Independence Day special show, Thamizharivumanian shares with us some inspiring stories about the journey Mahatma Gandhi had been through as a freedom fighter to free the nation from the colonial rule.
On this Independence Day special show, politicians Kumari Ananthan and Gnanadesikan talk about freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives to free the nation from the British rule.
In this Independence Day special show, watch an exclusive interview with Delhi Ganesh, who shares his experiences while he served in the Indian army before he joined the Tamil film industry.
Indian freedom fighters faced many hardships to make India a free country. There were many men and women who lost their lives for their motherland. In this Independence Day special show, we take a look at three such great freedom fighters – Shenbagarajan, T...
Celebrate India's Independence Day by listening to some patriotic songs written by great poets like Subramanya Bharathiar. While Kalaimagan sings these songs, Bharathy Thirumurugan conveys the meaning and relevance in today's context. Kalaimagan sings 'Aduvome...
In this special episode of Your Choice, watch a discussion on the 66th Independence Day, and also listen to a patriotic song from the Tamil film 'Jai Hind'.